An Athletic Grant-In-Aid (GIA) Refers to the Amount of Aid

Multiple Choice

An athletic grant-in-aid (GIA) refers to the amount of aid awarded to a prospective student-athlete based on his or her athletic ability. Which of the following is NOT a true statement regarding GIAs?

A) If a student-athlete receives any aid in which athletic ability is a determining criterion, the aid is awarded for a period of no fewer than five academic years.
B) The GIA consists of money to cover the cost of tuition and fees, room and board, and required course-related books.
C) Room and board funds may be used to cover off-campus housing and board.
D) Student-athletes may receive financial aid up to the full cost of attending their institution.