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A college advisor is assisting a student from a low-income background who is concerned about application fees. Which of the following is the most common criterion for a student to qualify for an application fee waiver?

A Maintaining a GPA above 3.5.
B Participation in a competitive varsity sport.
C Eligibility for the National School Lunch Program (free or reduced-price lunch).
D Being a first-generation college student, regardless of income.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Eligibility for free or reduced-price lunch is a widely accepted and verifiable indicator of financial need used by many institutions for application fee waivers.

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