That doesn't mean they will like it. There is no way to prepare anyone for book expense fees. It's a shock whether you are standing or sitting. Expect to pay hundreds of dollars for books each semester, especially if enrolled in science classes. Science classes have other expenses such as lab manipulatives, dead rats, lab manuals and the science books with pictures are larger and seem to cost more than others.
Used books are often available to cut down expenses but sell out quickly.
They post notes on dorm bulletin boards. Yes, this is good. Grants are not automatic. Criteria must be met annually and packages may change either up or down. A scholarship is like a grant and does not need to be repaid.