College Awareness Night Fall 2014 Presented by the MHS Counseling Department

MHS Counseling Staff A - CMrs. Darcy Demmon D – HeMrs. Alyssa Aguirre Hi – MiMrs. Dyan McIntosh Mo – R & ELD (new)Mr. Homero Magana S – ZMr. Alfonso Ruiz ** This PPT will be available on our site ** – Click on “Counseling”

College Awareness Overview of Presentation –Role of High School Counselors –Role of Students –Role of Parents –Choosing a college –University of California (UC) system –California State University (CSU) system –Private/Out of State colleges –Community Colleges –Cost comparisons –College Athletics

Role of Counselor Provide information necessary to assist the student in becoming an informed participant. Have College Prep Planning Calendars available for each grade level listing information on: –College Workshops –Testing Plans PSAT, SAT, ACT –College Applications How to apply & deadlines –Financial Aid/Scholarships How to apply & deadlines

Role of Counselor Individual meetings w/all students to assist in the selection of courses with college choices in mind. Presentations to classes to provide overview of college choices & application procedures. Complete required portions of college applications & write letter of recommendation when needed.

Example of Junior Calendar

September 8, 2014 – SAT/ACT/PSAT Information & Strategy Workshop – ALL GRADES (6:30 p.m. – PAC) September 4 & 5, 2014 – Counselor Presentations – SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS September 15, 2014 – SAT/ACT Essay Writing Workshop – SOPHOMORES & JUNIORS (6:30 p.m. PAC) September 29, 2014 – Cal State & UC Information Night – ALL GRADES (6:30p.m. – Ed Center) October 3, 2014 Counselor Presentations – FRESHMEN October 6, 2014 – College Awareness Night – ALL GRADES (6:30 – Ed Center) October 7, 2014 Counselor Presentations – SENIORS October 8, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) October 9, 2014 UC Information Night – EVERYONE (6:30 – PAC) October 15, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) October 20-24, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (College & Career Lunch) October 29, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (8:00 – 9:00 College & Career Center) November 5, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (8:00 – 9:00 College & Career Center) November 12, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) November 19, 2014 College Application Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) December 15, 2014 Financial Aid/FAFSA Workshop – SENIOR Parents (6:30 Ed Center) January 7, 2015 Financial Aid/FAFSA Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) January 14, 2015 Financial Aid/FAFSA Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) January 21, 2015 Financial Aid/FAFSA Assistance – SENIORS (8:00 – 9:00 College & Career Center) January 28, 2015 Financial Aid/FAFSA Assistance – SENIORS (8:00 – 9:00 College & Career Center) February 11, 2015 Scholarship Workshop – SENIORS (3:15 Ed Center) February 19, 2015 Moorpark College Information Session – SENIORS (6 th Period Ed Center) February 25, 2015 – Financial Aid/FAFSA Assistance – SENIORS (2:00 – 4:00 College & Career Center) April 17, 2015 – Moorpark College Field Trip – SENIORS April 21, 2015 – College Fair – ALL GRADES (MHS Gym) COLLEGE PLANNING INFORMATION

Role of Student Carefully consider course selection with college plans in mind Understand impact of D/F grades earned –Consult w/counselor regarding remediation options Follow College Prep Student Calendar Register for College Tests –PSAT 10 th & 11 th (Oct. 18) –SAT –ACT –SAT Subject Tests (optional) Take the tests on time and order scores sent to colleges in the senior year Begin Spring of 11th grade

Role of Student Research colleges: –Create list of reach, target, and safety schools –Attend college rep meetings –Attend MHS College Fair (April 21) Visit Colleges During Senior Year Follow steps in application process Check on communication with colleges and monitor the progress of each application –Due to privacy issues, counselors do not have access to information about the status of an application

Role of Student Be concerned with Financial Aid & Scholarships –Learn procedures and possibilities Research links on MHS College & Career Center Website Attend Workshops –FAFSA MHS on Dec. 15th –Universal Scholarship MHS on Feb. 11 th

Role of Parent Monitor course selection with college goals in mind Openly discuss college options –Financial considerations –Location –Balance between reach, target, safety Visit colleges if possible –Encourage student to attend MHS College Fair (April 21) Attend MHS Workshops

Role of Parent Monitor test registration deadlines Check in with students throughout fall and spring of senior year Monitor students communication with colleges after applications are submitted –Counselors do not have access to communications

COLLEGE…Where should I apply? When making your selections, keep in mind some campuses and programs are highly competitive and can accept only a limited number of students each year. By applying broadly you will increase your chances of being admitted to one of your choices. Do your RESEARCH!!! –Know about the campus.

PRIORITY BOARD Rank the most important characteristics Geographic LocationReligious Orientation Size of CollegePublic/ Private/ Specialty CostSocial Atmosphere SportsAcademic Atmosphere Academic ProgramsStudent Body Surrounding CommunityPrestige

Reach-Target-Safety Reach GPA and test score averages for previous years freshmen are ABOVE student’s Admission rate may make the probability of getting in more of a gamble UCLA- 16,000 spots for 80,500 applications 20% admission rate for % admission rate for 2014 Top Tier Schools: Admission rate below 25% Ivy Leagues= usually well below 20% acceptance rate If it’s a very selective college, will it spark your competitive side or overwhelm you?

Target Student’s grades and test scores MATCH the average for previous years freshmen students admitted. Increases the chances that the student will be admitted.

Safety Student’s GPA and test scores are ABOVE the average for previous years freshmen students admitted. Admission rate indicates high probability of admission. Some students use a Community College as their Safety

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The University of California

UC/CSU A – G Subject Requirements History/Social Science2 years English4 years Math 3 years Lab Science2 years Foreign Language2 years Visual/Performing Arts1 year College Prep Elective1 year MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ONLY! * Must be CP level or above & completed with grades of C or above

University of California Exam Requirements Must meet the exam requirement by taking the ACT w/Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test by December of Senior year. SAT Subject Tests are not required, but certain programs on some campuses recommend them. So…how do they decide who is admitted??? The University uses an Admissions Index  A combination of GPA in “A-G Subject requirements” (using only courses taken after the 9 th grade) and “Exam requirements” to determine if meet minimum eligibility. Also use UC Comprehensive Review  Once minimum eligibility is met, a combination of 14 additional factors are considered by all 9 campuses in a Comprehensive Review.

UC Comprehensive Review 14 Factors Considered EXAMPLES: Number of & performance in academic courses beyond the minimum “a-g” requirements. Number of & performance in UC-approved Honors & Advanced Placement courses. Quality of senior year program. Outstanding performance in one or more academic subject areas. Special talents, achievements and awards in a particular field, special skills or special interests.

University of California Stats

Costs of attending UC

CSU Application Review GPA of A-G courses following 9th grade –Minimum 3.0 ACT Test –Does not require writing –Minimum score based on GPA and campus SAT Reasoning –Will take highest score in each area from different sittings –Minimum score based on GPA and campus No SAT Subject tests required Eligibility Index Table

34 Costs of Attending CSU Most families do not pay the “sticker price”

Private and Out of State Admissions Private universities evaluate the same criteria as listed for the UC –Although the SAT Subject Tests are not typically required by private colleges, check individual schools/majors Students should check the private school’s application to determine any unique admissions requirements Typically look at factors similar to UC Comprehensive Review For highly selective colleges – Strong SAT scores (2100 and above, 700s in each area) Financially- Many out of state & Private colleges offer “deals”

Campus Visits and Interviews Plan ahead to interview with an admission officer if possible –Prepare questions you would not find in a catalog –Take a guided tour Sit in a class if possible –Think about the educational approach –Is it a match? Demonstrated interest: –Colleges keep track of student interest –Attend College Representative meetings in the fall

Ventura County Community Colleges

Community College Admission Requirements  Transfer agreements w/UC & CSU campuses exist:  yofcalifornia.edu/transfer/ guarantee/index.html  ansfer/apply/priority- agreements.shtml  Reasons: Better Prepare Cut Costs Live at home Think more about majors & careers Better chance at University admission as a transfer

CCC Estimated Cost of Attendance ( )

DRAFT40 Help is available! Federal grants Student loans State grants University grants Both UC & CSU enroll a large number of low-income students, very few of whom pay the entire cost of attendance themselves California Students Can Afford College Parent loans Private scholarships Part-time work Higher education tax credits Most families do not pay the “sticker price”

FAFSA & CAL GRANT FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) – –Can apply AFTER January 1 st, 2014 –Workshop on Dec. 15 th (PAC) CAL GRANT (For UC, CSU, Community College & qualifying independent colleges or technical schools in California) –Must complete FAFSA –Form will be available in Counseling Office –Must submit your Cal Grant GPA Verification Form to Registrar (Ms. Montgomery) between January 1 and March 2 nd

NCAA/NAIA and the College Bound Athlete  Student should meet with their counselor to review NCAA & NAIA eligibility guidelines  Register with the NCAA Clearinghouse at the beginning of 11th Grade  Division I and II  Create an athletic resume and send to athletic offices or coaches  Make up F grades (required) & D grades in courses to help GPA  Realize this process is not predictable NCAA: NAIA: PlayNAIA.org

MHS Career Center Information Mrs. Diana Prickett – College Career Specialist College Career Center’s Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. College & Careers Center’s Webpage: - Click on College & Career Center Sign up for current information & Scholarship Updates

MHS would like to thank you for coming tonight! Questions?