Quartz Hill High School Senior Presentation

1. Quartz Hill High SchoolSenior Presentation Created for Quartz Hill High School Seniors Please “click” or use arrow keys to advance through slides QHHS Graduation Requirements College Entrance Requirements Other Post-secondary Options Resources

2. Graduation Status • Credits—170 credits minimum to be on target to graduate. • Must Pass Algebra I • If you are short credits or need to make up a “D”, APEX is available (see your counselor).

3. CA College Entrance Requirements

4. 4 Yr. College / University Options CSU-California State University (Long Beach, Northridge, LA) UC-University of California (UCLA, UC San Diego, UC Irvine) Private Schools / Out of State (USC, Pepperdine, Loyola) NOTE: “D” grades are a problem!! Most universities will NOT accept D’s. See your counselor to discuss. TA’s, work experience class, and shortened days are not recommended if you plan to attend a 4 year university Transcripts – Naviance SAT/ACT Scores- Be sure to send directly to the colleges. Scores will no longer be on your transcript. Letters of Recommendation (allow 2 weeks)

5. Cal State and UC’s

6. Personal Statement 2016-2017 Instructions and Prompts for Fall 2016-2017 • You will have 8 questions to choose from. You must respond to ONLY 4 of the 8 questions • Each response is limited to a maximum of 350 words • Which questions you chose is entirely up to you. Be sure to select questions that are most relevant to your experience and that best reflect your individual circumstances • All questions are equal; there no right or wrong answers Helpful Hints: • Express who you are (personality, background, interests, and achievements) • Convey what matters to you and what you want to share with the UC • Personal Insight Questions http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/how-to-apply/personal-questions/freshman/index.html

7. Private Schools and Out-Of-State • Requirements vary (example: Arizona requires three years of lab science) • Follow the UC requirements • Highly selective private colleges and universities recommend a minimum of five (preferably six) academic courses each year. • Admissions testing and course requirements will vary by school. Check with the individual school. • Visit www.collegeboard.com, www.princetonreview.com for more college searches • Don’t forget to do a BRAG/PROFILE SHEET or a Naviance RESUME BUILDER at qhhs.org (Guidance)

8. Additional Information Western Undergraduate Exchange • www.wiche.edu/wue (in state tuition fees at an out of state school, fee reduction varies by state) See website for list of schools that are part of program AND what majors you must have to qualify. • Out of State Merit Based College Scholarships-Schools offering scholarships based on grades, extracurricular activities, and test scores https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/

9. Standardized Testing • SAT I and SAT II Subject Tests – www.collegeboard.org • Subject tests are available in Math (2C), Language, History, Science, and Literature • SAT (plus essay for UC’s/CSU’s??) -www.collegeboard.org • ACT (plus writing for ??)-www.act.org • Visit Test Preparation Sites to improve your scores! • Must bring picture ID and admission ticket • No walk-ins or standby test takers allowed • FEE WAIVERS ARE AVAILABLE! You must have your entire profile completed before we can issue the waiver You may only waive the SAT, SAT II, and ACT twice.

10. UNIVERSITY TIMELINE • Applications due- November 30th – CSU and UC November to February – Private and Out of State • Notification from schools – March • Award Letters (scholarships, loans, grants) – April • Intent to attend – Must notify school by May 1st

11. DIVISION I 16 Core-Course Rule 16 Core Courses: 4 years of English. 3 years of mathematics (Alg. I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). 1 year of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science. 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy) Minimum 2.3 GPA in core classes DIVISION II 14 Core-Course Rule 14 Core Courses: 3 years of English. 2 years of mathematics (Alg. I or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab if offered by high school). 3 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science 2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language or non-doctrinal religion/philosophy) Minimum 2.0 GPA in core classes NCAA REQUIREMENTS

12. WWW.NCAA.ORGFee waivers are available

13. Community Colleges • Student must be 18 years or older OR have a high school diploma • Placement tests are given in math and English • The SAT and ACT are not required • There are over 100 community colleges in California Antelope Valley College a. Regular admission for Fall 2017 begins in November 2016. b. Priority admission- field trip is in April 2017. Listen for announcements to pick-up Guidelines in November c. Honors Program – 3.5 GPA Must be eligible for English 101 and Math 102 d. Transfer Alliance Program *For out of area community colleges, visit the schools’ individual websites*

14. Post Secondary Non-College Options • Trade/Technical Schools: DeVry, FIDM, Art and Music Institute, Culinary Arts, etc. (Financial Aid available, verify accreditation) • Certificate Programs: Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Repair, Auto Body, Interior Design, etc. • Military: Navy, Army, Marines, Coast Guard, and Air Force. ASVAB testing required (10/12/16) Sign up NOW! • Work: Going directly into the workforce. On the job learning

15. Financial Aid & Scholarships • “Cash for College"Financial Aid Night at QHHS November 16th • Senior Packet (given in Sr. Presentations) Opt out form for FAFSA due by November 1st! Other documents have due dates on them! • File FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) October 1- March 2, 2017 • File regardless of income or type of school you are planning on attending, or if Undocumented (I.E. Trade/tech, 4yr or 2yr school, etc.) Undocumented-Dream Act is a different application • Check out the monthly scholarship bulletin at www.qhhs.org – Guidance College & Career Center. • Local scholarship applications are available now and due December 14th(see your senior folder for details) Senior awards night scholarships are given through this application only!

16. WWW.FAFSA.GOVNOT .ORG !!

17. A Look at our Web Page

18. Local Scholarship Application www.qhhs.org Click on College & Career Center Click on Local Scholarship Application Download to your desktop. Complete the form Turn in by Dec. 14th.

19. Naviance There are online resources available to explore: • Self Assessments • Career/Personality Exploration • Resume Builder • College Search/Exploration • Scholarship Match/Search • Common Application(details in your senior folder) These resources will help you find the best career and/or college fit for you. For more information visit https://connection.naviance.com/family-connection/

20. Naviance Instructions 1. Go to qhhs.org 2. Click on “Guidance” 3. Click on “College & Career Center” 4. Click on “Naviance-College & Career Research Tool” 5. Log-in using your Power School username and password 6. You are now logged into Family Connection

21. Naviance Family Connection

22. 7:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. before & after school, during snack & lunch, during class with a pass Closed 5th period for lunch Parents need to make appointments Look around at the available resources College/Career Presentations Get the latest info on: Career Guidance College Information Career Research Job Searches Military- academies & enlistment ASVAB Information SAT/ACT information Scholarships Vocational Schools Career Center

23. BE PREPARED • Don’t wait until it is too late. • Be sure you meet all deadlines. Late applications will NOT be accepted • Ask questions Good luck! www.qhhs.org Click on Guidance College & Career Center