Take the College Scholarship Quiz

How much do you really know about winning a college scholarship? Take this scholarship quiz to find out:

1. In recent years, the number of affluent students who receive merit scholarships from state and private universities has been increasing.

1. A. True.
2. B. False.

1. A. SAT or ACT test scores.
2. B. Grade Point Average.
3. C. Recommendations and college essay

1. A. True.
2. B. False.

1. A. True.
2. B. False.

6. If you don't take the ACT or SAT test, you won't be eligible for academic scholarships from a college or university.

1. A. True.
2. B. False.

1. A. There are more than 820 SAT-optional colleges and universities.
2. B. At many schools, a student can receive a college scholarship without submitting standardized test scores.
3. C. All SAT and ACT scores, even mediocre ones, must be reported to colleges.
4. D. You can take the SAT or ACT as many times as you'd like.

1. A. Harvard, Yale and other Ivy League schools award merit scholarships to their top students.
2. B. Ivy League schools only give awards to students with financial need.
3. C. You can make up to $180,000 in family income and still qualify for financial aid at Harvard.

1. A. True.
2. B. False.

Didn't do so hot on the college scholarship quiz? In my next post, I'll share some great higher-ed resources to jump start your knowledge on financing a college degree.

Question mark image by Janneke Hikspoor.