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    College Expense Comparison Worksheet

    When researching which college to attend, there are many factors to


    consider cost of attendance, financial aid and many more. These factors
    can play an important tool in deciding which college is the best choice for
    you. Use the template below to note the financial characteristics of each
    college campus you research. Research a 2- year institution (or trade
    school), in/out of state public school, and a in/out state private school. When
    finished comparing- rank in order that you would want to attend.

    University of
    Iowa
    Iowa State St Ambrose
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    s

    How much is tuition & fees? 8,079 7,768 26,500/year
    How much is room and board? 9,614 11,519
    including other
    fees.
    9,016
    Estimate the amount needed for books, supplies,
    transportation, etc.
    3,168 3,473 1,200
    How much does it cost to apply to the college
    (application fee)? If accepted, how much is the
    deposit?
    $40
    $250
    $40
    $330
    No application
    fee, but
    deposit is 250
    F
    i
    n
    a
    n
    c
    i
    a
    l

    A
    i
    d

    What is the deadline to apply for financial aid? Pref 3/1 3/1 250$
    What forms must be submitted? Federal
    Income Tax
    Returns
    Iowa
    Verification
    Form (IVF)
    FAFSA
    FAFSA Any of
    2014-15 Student
    Verification Form
    2014-15
    Staff/Faculty
    Grant Application
    2014-15 Cost of
    Attendance
    Worksheet
    2014-15 Proof of
    Identity and
    Educational
    Purpose Form
    2014-15 Child
    Support Paid
    Form
    2014-15
    Supplemental
    Nutrition
    Assistance
    Program (SNAP)
    Form
    2014-15
    Household
    Resources Form
    Undergraduate
    Alumni Grant
    Application
    Satisfactory
    Academic
    Progress Appeal
    Form
    What percentages of students receive financial
    aid?
    80%




    85%

    Almost 90%
    What kinds of scholarships does the college Over 2,000. Very small Many
    provide? Many
    academic
    scholorships
    requiring a
    specific SAT
    score and
    GPA.
    Iowa Heritage
    Award
    Old Gold
    Scholarship

    amount of
    scholarships
    based on
    grades, most
    scholarships
    are based on
    your specific
    major in
    college.
    academic
    scholarships,
    but some
    based on
    athletic ability,
    fine arts, or
    financial need.
    When is the deadline to apply? May 1st July 1st May 15th
    L
    i
    v
    i
    n
    g

    O
    p
    t
    i
    o
    n
    s

    What are the residence hall requirements? To be a
    student, at the
    University of
    Iowa. $75
    dollar initial
    refundable fee.
    Must be on a
    meal plan, and
    sign a contract,
    not following
    the contract
    gives fines.
    Always
    wearing an ID.
    No pets,
    alcohol only
    allowed for 21
    an over
    What kind of dining options are available? Market place
    meals, along
    with flex
    meals, and 4
    payment
    options
    deciding how
    often, and
    where you use
    your Iowa
    card.
    Meal plans are
    required while
    in the
    residence hall.
    3 on campus
    restaurants, 9
    cafes, food
    court, and on
    campus
    convenience
    stores
    Food courte
    meal plans,
    and off
    campus 2
    restaurants
    available
    What is the cost of nearby apartments? Average about
    $600 rent
    $600-1000 Usually around
    $700-800
    What would be the average cost of food if you did
    not have a meal plan?
    $200/month Around $200 a
    month
    $200
    How much money would you need above and
    beyond school expenses?
    $3,000/year 3,000/year or
    more
    $2,500/year or
    less.


    The following links might be helpful, or check out each schools website.


    http://collegecost.ed.gov/catc/Default.aspx


    http://collegecost.ed.gov/

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