Approved
consistent with ED's memos to OMB of 2/6/98, 2/11/98, and 2/17/98,
as well as ED's revision submitted to OMB 2/13/98.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
12/31/1998
12/31/1998
500
0
0
42
0
0
0
0
0
This collection of information will
provide baseline data on the level of knowledge concerning college
costs and college admission requirements among parents of middle
school children. The data will help the U.S. Department of
Education to evaluate and refine its early awareness
initiative.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.