College Making It Happen

1. College Making It Happen

2. A College Education = Greater Opportunities OPPORTUNITY Greater Potential—College students discover new areas of knowledge, gain skills, consider lifelong goals, and become responsible citizens. Greater Knowledge—A college education increases a student’s ability to think critically and to express thoughts clearly in speech and writing. More Job Opportunities—More jobs today require education beyond high school. Community Role Model- others who want to go to college will look up to you and know that they can go to college, too.

3. Go to College. It Pays. Source: http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.htm

4. The Four Systems of Higher Education in California

5. Community Colleges Nearby

6. CA Community Colleges • 109 campuses • Transfer partners with four-year education systems in the state, • Offer guaranteed admission transfer programs available with UC, CSU and Private Institutions • Open Admission • Offer both academic and • Vocational courses • www.cccco.edu

7. CSU Campuses

8. California State University • 23 Campuses in CA • Target upper 33% of graduating high school seniors • Minimum GPA is 2.0 • Eligibility is based upon : • A-G course GPA • SAT reasoning exam score or ACT exam score • Applications are accepted from October 1st to November 30th • Priority admission for community college transfer students • CSU offers quality education in the liberal arts and sciences and specialized training for a variety of career fields • www.csumentor.edu

9. UC Campuses

10. University of California • 10 campuses in CA – only 9 open for undergraduates • Target upper 12% of high school students • Minimum GPA is 3.0 • Application criteria is based upon: • A-G Courses and GPA • SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing • SAT Subject Tests • Extracurricular Activities and Involvement • Personal Statement • Applications are due senior year from November 1st to November 30th • Admit upper division transfers only; Priority transfer admission for community college students • www.universityofcalifornia.edu

11. Private and Independent Colleges

12. Private and Independent Colleges and Universities • 77 Campuses throughout California • Target students who are of good academic standing and in line with school mission • Minimum GPA will VARY • Requirements and Deadlines will VARY • Most require A-G Track Pattern w/ specific course requests • Most will request SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam Scores • www.aiccumentor.edu

13. Specialized Schools and Colleges SPECIALIZED

14. Specialized Schools and Colleges • This vocational sector of education grants certificates of completion or Associate’s of Arts degrees. • Many programs are health, medical, business, or technical oriented in nature. • Financial aid programs as well as job placement assistance are offered. • Of these institutions, 14 out of 3,000 are WASC accredited. VOCATIONAL

15. Approximate Annual Fees and Tuition A new car lasts 5 years; an education lasts a lifetime.

16. GRANTS: Free Money for educational expenses based on need PELL Grant Cal Grant LOANS: Money on loan which must be repaid with interest Subsidized Unsubsidized www.fastweb.com WORK STUDY: Jobs to help pay for school Employment at the Campus SCHOLARSHIPS: Free Money based on specific criteria On Campus Off Campus www.fafsa.ed.gov Financial Aid Students and Parents get a PIN and apply for FASFA! Apply your senior year between January 1st–March 2nd !

17. Knowing the A-G List • To Meet the A-G College-Preparatory Requirements you must . . .

18. Admission Requirements Comparison

19. Successful College Students Do the Following While in School… • Take challenging classes and be sure to take Algebra I and a Foreign Language; aim for As and Bs in all your classes. • Know the difference between high school graduation requirements and college entrance requirements- they’re not the same! • Demonstrate personal accountability- meet deadlines and use time management skills to balance a busy schedule. • Visit college campuses, attend college fairs, do research on the internet, make a connection • Meet with your counselor to plan for high school and get assistance from a teacher, counselor, tutor, mentor when needed. • Be aware of college admissions tests and entrance requirements. • Always be 100% College-Bound! SUCCESS

20. Parent/Guardian Responsibilities • Be your child’s best advocate. (Attend programs, teacher conferences, meetings) • College Talk: Discuss college not as “if” you go, but “WHEN you go to college.” • Monitor your child’s academic progress based on child’s ability—set a standard of excellence. • Learn the “lingo.” Keep up with the changes in higher education. • Find out what resources are available at your school • Take advantage of all workshops and activities that are associated with the EXIT EXAM. • Create a college-going culture with others. PARENT

21. There is a School for Everyone • No matter what your goal, there is a college or postsecondary program out there that will be a perfect fit for you. Whether public or private, small or large, academic or specialized, the most important choice is choosing to attend. • EVERY student, regardless of background or money, can find ways to pay for an education after high school. • You deserve success. Work hard and you can make it happen!

22. Programs to Consider

23. Tour the campuses you are interested in. Begin compiling a file of possible scholarships. Attend college fairs and parent nights. Make contact with university representatives. Do not limit your choices. Take the SAT’s/ACT early. Always meet the given deadlines. Create a Plan: Establish a routine Last Minute Tips…

24. Helpful Websites • www.csumentor.edu • Information and Application for California State Universities • www.californiacolleges.edu • www.universityofcalifornia.edu • Homepage for University of California • www.aiccumentor.edu • Information and Application for Independent Colleges & Universities • www.cccapply.org • Information and Application for California Community Colleges • www.collegeboard.com • SAT Registration • www.act.org • www.fastweb.com • Free and extensive Scholarship Site • www.fafsa.ed.gov • Info and Application to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid • www.pin.ed.gov • Access to the Personal ID Number for the FAFSA • www.sandiegocalsoap.com