Module IE.1.4: Minimizing Education Costs

Standard: EPF.IE.1.4

Objective: Identify strategies to minimize education costs and student debt.

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Lesson Overview

• Discuss scholarships, grants, and work-study
• Explore community college and transfer options
• Analyze student loan terms and repayment

Teacher Notes

• Use real scholarship search tools
• Discuss FAFSA and financial aid process
• Relate to students' family experiences

Activities

• Scholarship search challenge
• Compare loan offers
• Guest speaker: Financial aid officer

Assessment

• Scholarship application draft
• Quiz on cost-saving strategies

Resources

• NC DPI EPF Standards
• FAFSA resources