The University of Texas at Austin GEAR UP - Parent Survey Instructions: We are preparing a grant application for a GEAR UP Program at your child’s middle school. This information will help us to provide more services for you and your child to better prepare him/her to pursue a college education. We appreciate your cooperation in completing this short survey. Question Title * 1. What is the highest level of education that you think your child will achieve? High school or less Some college but less that a 4-year college degree 4-year college degree or higher Question Title * 2. Do you have knowledge about college entrance requirements? Yes No Question Title * 3. Has anyone from your child’s school ever spoken with you about college entrance requirements? Yes No Question Title * 4. Do you have knowledge about financial aid available to help you pay for your child’s college education? Yes No Question Title * 5. Has anyone from your child’s school ever spoken with you about the availability of financial aid to help you pay for your child’s college education? Yes No Question Title * 6. Do you think that your child could afford to attend a public 4-year college using financial aid, scholarships and your family’s resources? Yes No Don’t Know Question Title * 7. Did you attend and graduate from college? Yes No Question Title * 8. If available, would you like your school to provide you and your child with support in college preparation and financial aid planning? Yes No Done