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Understanding College Savings — Unit test

Question 8 • SNHS NV-Civics and Economics

Alphonse is attending college next year. He received this offer from a university. His parents told him they would pay for his room and board if he lives at home instead of in the dorms. He would only need to pay $2,000 for his car and insurance if he lives at home. Financial Analysis for UniversityCosts per YearFinancial Aid Package per YearTuition & FeesScholarships & Grants$10,500$4,000Room & BoardWork-Study$11,500$2,000Which statements about the offer are true? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
The total cost per year is $22,000 if he lives in the dorm.
B
He would save $9,500 per year if he lives at home.
C
He would save $11,500 per year if he lives at home.
D
He has $6,500 in expenses that are not covered by financial aid if he lives at home.
E
He has $4,500 in expenses that are not covered by financial aid if he lives at home.
F
He will need to repay the $24,000 in scholarships, grants, and work-study money he receives during the four years of college.

Explanation

The dorm costs $10,500 in tuition and fees plus $11,500 for room and board, for a total of $22,000 per year. At home, Alphonse’s costs are $10,500 for tuition and fees plus $2,000 for his car and insurance; after subtracting $6,000 in scholarships, grants, and work-study, $6,500 remains uncovered. His dorm costs after the same aid are $16,000, so living at home saves $16,000 − $6,500 = $9,500 per year. Scholarships and grants do not need to be repaid, and work-study is earned through work.

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