RHC STUDENT FINANCIAL WELLNESS SURVEY

STUDENT FINANCIAL WELLNESS SURVEY
2016-17
SURVEY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the questions carefully and select the response(s) that fits best for you. The survey should take approximately 15 mins to complete. All survey findings will be reported comprehensively without any personal student information.
(Note: Although the survey asks for individual identifiable information, please be assured that your responses will be held completely confidential and will not have any effect on the status of your college financial aid.)
Those who complete the entire survey by September 2, 2016 will be entered to win 1 of 5 Amazon Gift Cards valued at $50 each.
Thank you for your participation in this survey.
STUDENT INFORMATION
Student ID*
Name*
First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Birthdate*
MonthDayYear
E-mail*
*This email address will be used to notify any gift card winners.

STUDENT BACKGROUND
Are you (and any siblings) the first in your immediate family to go to college?*
YesNo
How many individuals do you currently have in your household (including yourself)?*
Are you currently working/employed?*
YesNo
If yes, please indicate the hours of paid employment you work in a normal week:
40 or more30 to 40 hours20 to 30 hoursLess than 20 hours
While attending school, where do you live?*
Parent(s)/ relative(s) homeFriend(s) homeApartment/ home you are rentingHome you ownOther

For the following living expenses, please indicate if it is YOURSELF or YOUR PARENT(S) that are primarily responsible for the cost:

Are you a parent/ guardian of a young child?
YesNo
If yes, which of the following best describes your child care situation?
Not applicable/no childrenI do not have children that need child careI have excellent child careI have child care but it is inconsistentChild care is difficult to arrange/hard to findChild care is a major issue for meOther

How likely is it that the following issues would cause you to withdraw from class or from this college?*

	Not Likely	Somewhat Likely	Likely	Very Likely
The amount of hours I work to earn income
Caring for dependents
Lack of money
Lack of housing
Lack of food (to oneself and/or dependents)
Transportation to/from campus
Moving/relocating for family or work

Please indicate HOW OFTEN you would experience the following:

	Never	Sometimes	Often	Very Often
Worrying about not having enough money for food to provide yourself
Worrying about not having enough money for food to provide your family and dependents
Skipping a meal because you didn’t have enough money to buy food
Being unable to eat nutritious and healthy meals due to a lack of money
Going long periods without eating & feeling significant hunger due to lack of money

What percentage of your previous financial aid did you spend on meals for either yourself and or any dependents?
NoneLess than 10%10-25%25-50%50-75%More than 75%
TUITION AND MONEY MANAGEMENT

Indicate which of the following are sources you use to pay your tuition at this college:*

	Major Source	Minor Source	Not a Source
My own income/savings
Parent(s) income/savings
Spouse/ significant other's income/savings
Employer contributions
Fee Waivers, Grants & scholarships
Student loans (bank, etc.)
Public assistance
Veteran Assistance/ GI Bill

Indicate how strongly you agree or disagree with the following statements on money management:*

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I plan how to spend or save my money, and I am in control of my personal finances.
I have enough funds available to complete my education this academic year and still meet all other financial obligations.
I am confident that I will have enough money to reach my long-term educational goals.
I have a clear picture of the financial resources available to me to pay for my education.
I am confident I will be able financially responsible to complete my education without accumulating too much student debt.
I can make a little money go a long way.
My education supports my long-range financial goals.
I pay my bills on time.
I don’t judge myself on how much or how little money I have.
I have a savings plan and budget which I follow regularly.
I know where to get help or advice for issues that relate to my financial wellness as a student.

FINANCIAL AID SUPPORT SERVICES
Have you applied (or plan to apply) for any type of Student Financial Aid to pay for your expenses while attending Rio Hondo College?*
YesNo
If no, what was the main reason(s) for not doing so?
Did not want to provide sensitive, personal information (such as tax or immigration information).The form was too complex/complicated to fill out.Did not need any financial aid.My income and/or family’s income or savings are too much for me to qualify for financial aid.I would not qualify for financial aid due to the number of credit hours I am taking.I would not qualify for financial aid due to poor grades.Someone told me I would not be eligible.Other

Financial Aid Support Services*

	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree
I can properly complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and apply for financial aid.
I know about the financial aid support services offered by Rio Hondo College and know how to utilize them.
The Financial Aid Office provides me with the resources and support to meet my needs.
I know where to get help or advice outside of campus for issues that relate to my Financial Aid and paying for college.

Do you have any suggestions, comments, and/or ideas on how the Rio Hondo Financial Aid Office can continue to serve students?
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