Welcome to Santa Ana College http://www.sac.edu NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Welcome to Santa Ana College Welcome students to SAC See if there are any questions before starting http://www.sac.edu Last updated 11/1/14 1

The Purpose of Orientation: Review of your Placement Test Scores Provide you with basic information about SAC & Educational Planning Assist you with class selection and on-line registration for your first semester Review with students the basic purpose of orientation Let them know that there is a VERY BRIEF introduction to the college and that SAC has much to offer in terms of our academic programs and services. Students should be encouraged to read: The Student Planning Guide The Class Schedule The Catalog

Student Success & Support Program (3SP) State Requirements: 1) Assessment/testing – Completed! 2) Orientation – Today 3) Abbreviated Ed. Plan – End of Presentation Review with students the basic purpose of orientation Let them know that there is a VERY BRIEF introduction to the college and that SAC has much to offer in terms of our academic programs and services. Students should be encouraged to read: The Student Planning Guide The Class Schedule The Catalog 4) Comprehensive Ed. Plan – Counseling Appt. Note: Must be completed before 15 units or by 3rd semester, and required to keep your priority registration!

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SAC Assessment Form Test Results English Your Placement Test Results Math

SAC English Course Sequence Student Planning Guide, Page 5 English N50 (3 units) Intro. to Written Communication English N60 (3 units) Basics of Effective Writing English 061 (3 units) Introduction to Composition English 101 or 101H (4 units) Freshman Composition English 102 or 102H (3 units) Literature and Composition English 103 or 103H (4 units) Critical Thinking and Writing Student Planning Guide, Page 5 6

English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Class Rec’d Speech Class Rec’d Reading Class EMLS 055 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading I Com. N52A (3 units) Reading N50 or N80 EMLS 107 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading II Com. N52AB (3 units) Reading N80 EMLS 109 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading III Com. 096, 097 (3 units) Com. N53 (3 units) Reading N90 EMLS 110 (3 units) Intro. To the Essay Reading N90 or 102 EMLS 112 (3 units) Advanced Composition Com. N50 (3 units) Reading 102 English 101 or 101H (4 units) Freshman Composition Com. 101 (3 units) Interpersonal Com. Com. 102 (3 units) Public Speaking Reading 150 Student Planning Guide, Page 5 7

Beginning & Intermediate Algebra for STEM & Business Majors New Math Courses Math 083 Beginning & Intermediate Algebra for Liberal Arts & Social Science Majors Math 084 Beginning & Intermediate Algebra for STEM & Business Majors /081 8

New Approved Math Courses Math/Science/Engineering Liberal Arts Business / Social Science New Approved Math Courses Psychology 210 Statistics for Social & Behavioral Sciences 9

Math Cut Off Score 0-15 0-17 16-23 18-26 24-40 27-45 Level I Cut score Math N05 Basic Math (Cont. Education Center) 0-9 Math N06 Basic Math 11-20 Math N48 Pre-Algebra 21-34 Math 060 Elementary Alg. 35-50 Level II. Cut score Take Exam 1 0-16 Math 060 Elementary Alg. 17-25 Math 070 Geometry or Math 080/081 26-50 Level III Cut Score Take Level II Exam 0-17 Math 105/140/160 or Math 219 or Psy. 210 18-26 Math 150 or 160 Bus Calc or Trig 27-45 Level IV Cut Score Take Level III Exam 0-15 Math 170 Pre-Calculus 16-23 Math 180 Calculus 24-40

Reading Assessment Raw Score Based on adjusted score only Class CTEP (Adjusted score) Reading N80 0-12 Reading N90 13-16 Reading 102 Eligibility for English 061 Reading 150 Eligibility for English 101

Weekly Study Requirement... Student Planning Guide, Page 2 Part-time students 7 Units = 7 hrs. of class Studying = 14 hrs. Working = 40 hours (full-time) Total = 61 hours Full-time students 12 Units = 12 hrs. of class Studying = 24 - 30 hrs. Working = 20 hrs. (part-time) Total = 56 – 60 hours Student Planning Guide, Page 2 12

Student Planning Guide, Page 3 How many classes should I take? If you work… Consider enrolling in… 40 hrs. a week 6 unit(typically 2 classes) 30 hrs. a week 9 units (typically 3 classes) 20 hrs. a week 12 units (typically 4 classes) 5-15 hrs. a week 14-16 units (4 or more classes) Note: The majority of A.A/G.E./Transfer courses are 3 units. Full-time student ..........  take at least 12 units Athletic eligibility ..........  take at least 12 units Student Planning Guide, Page 3 13

What’s your goal at @ SAC? Student Planning Guide, Pages 2-3 Transfer to University Would like to attend a 4-year institution such as a UC, CSU or Private and earn a B.A. or B.S. You can obtain an A.A./A.S./A.A.-T or A.S.-T while getting units toward transfer, 2-4 years Examples: Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Psychology, etc… Associates Degree Earn an A.A. or A.S by graduating from a community college. Not planning to transfer at this time, timeline: 2-4 years Examples: Fire Technology, RN Nursing, Speech Pathology Assistant, etc… Technical Certificates A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill. Timeline: 1-2 semesters Examples: Medical Assistant, Welding, Entrepreneurship, etc… Student Planning Guide, Pages 2-3 14

What General Ed. plan is best for me? PLAN A - Associate Degree Only (60 Units Total, 25-27 GE Units) PLAN B - AA Degree & Transfer to the CSU (60-70 Units Total, 42-46 GE Units) PLAN C - AA Degree & Transfer to the UC or CSU & Some Private Univ.’s (60-70 Units Total, 36-45 Units) Student Planning Guide, Page 3 & Page 8-13 15

Vocational Certificate A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill. Can be helpful in obtaining or upgrading employment Requirements: MAJOR COURSES ONLY Total Units: (Varies) Min. 12 units Examples: Business Applications, Electronics, Auto Tech, CIS 16

General Education Courses Plan A (24 units) Associate Degree Usually referred to as AA or AS (Assoc. of Arts or Sciences) Offered by community colleges Requirements: Major Courses General Education Courses Plan A (24 units) Elective Courses + Total Units: Min. 60 units Examples: Business Admin., Liberal Arts, Nursing, Paralegal Student Planning Guide, Page 8 17

Associate in Arts/Science For Transfer (AA-T & AS-T) Designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree Benefits: Guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system university Priority admission consideration to local CSU campus in same cases Slight GPA bump of .1 GPA for admission purposes for certain CSU’s

General Education Courses Plan B or C (36-46 units) Transfer Programs Lead to TRANSFER to a UNIVERSITY (UC / CSU / Private / Out-of-State) Classes count toward completion of a Bachelor’s Degree Requirements: Major Courses General Education Courses Plan B or C (36-46 units) Elective Courses + Total Units: 60-70 units Examples: Engineering, Teacher Education, Business Admin. Student Planning Guide, Page 10-11 & 12-13 19

Student Planning Guide Page 16 Certificate Info. AA/AS Info. AA-T/AS-T Info.

Courses for Your First Semester @ SAC Courses that improve basic skills English / ESL, Math, Reading & Study Skills Counseling classes General education classes Intro. classes in a career/area of interest Courses of personal interest to you 21

Did you place into MATH 060 in the level II math test Did you place into MATH 060 in the level II math test ? Would you like to complete two MATH courses in one semester? MATH 083 (6 units) Elementary & Intermediate Algebra for Liberal Arts Majors M/W 8:00 am – 11:10 am M/W 1:15 pm – 4:25 pm MATH 084 (6 units) Elementary and Intermediate Algebra for Math, Science and Business majors M/W 7:30 am – 10:40 am Tu/Th 11:30 am – 2:40 pm Tu/Th 6:00 pm – 9:10 pm

Freshman Experience Program (Fresh X Program) Paired Classes Coordinated workload College Success and Career Planning Help Close Connection with College Instructors Typical Format of Most Fresh X courses: English Course + Counseling Course Math Course + Counseling Course 24

Puente Program U-Link Program (English 101 & Math 81 Eligible) Paired Classes (English 061+ Cnsl. 107) Writing support Academic Counseling and Mentoring U-Link Program (English 101 & Math 81 Eligible) Transfer Program to UC, CSU, and Privates Univ. Guaranteed Admission to UC Irvine from SAC UCI library Privileges & Faculty Presentations Service Learning (100 hrs. fieldwork)

You need to know: Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule To put a class schedule together: You need to know: When to take classes… How many classes to take… What classes to take… How to schedule your classes… Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule 26

Freshman Experience: U-LINK Sample Plan COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM NUMBER   Music 103 3 61889 9:30 – 10:55 AM T TH Sanchez, G. N-114 Counseling 107 59461 12:45 – 3:55 PM W Staff A-130 English Math   MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00-8:30 8:30-9:00  Math 9:00-9:30 9:30-10:00  Music 103 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00  English 12:00-12:30 12:30-1:00  Counseling 107 1:00-1:30 1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30 2:30-3:00 Pick up Fresh X cohort sheet from a Counselor 2. Add an English and Math course to your schedule

Sample Class Schedule Math 081 4 12:15-2:45 PM MW English N60 3 COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM NUMBER   Math 081 4 12:15-2:45 PM MW English N60 3 7:35 – 9:35 AM TTH Reading N90A 8:00 – 9:25 AM Art 100 11:00 -12:25 PM   MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00-8:30  Reading English N60 8:30-9:00 9:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 Art 100 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 Math 081   Math 081 12:30-1:00 1:00-1:30    1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30 2:30-3:00

College Information How does college work? 29

Academic Calendar 2014-2015 Spring 2015 February 9 Instruction Begins February 22 Last day to add and/or to drop full-term classes without “W” grade with enrollment fee refund for full semester. May 10 Last Day to Drop with “W” for full semester. June 7 Instruction Ends Review academic year 16- week semester with a finals week Highlight START and END dates of semester

Adding a full class Option 1: WAIT LIST Option 2: ADD CODE Note: There is no wait list option for students during the Early Registration process. Option 2: ADD CODE

Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course Dropping a class It’s your RESPONSIBILITY Drop your course on-line (Web Advisor) Last day to drop: without a “W” – Feb. 22nd with a “W” – May 10th Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course “F” Grade

How much will it cost to attend SAC? 34

Student Planning Guide, Page 14 College Tuition and Fees CA Resident Students (Per Semester) Enrollment $46 per unit Health Fees $19 per semester Student Services Fees $7.50 (optional) Parking Fees $30 per semester $20 if you are qualified for fee waiver. Part-time student (6 units) $276 Full-time student (12-15 units) $552 - $690 AB540 Students Same as above if your CA residency paperwork has been processed. International & Out of State $220 per unit plus all the above enrollment fees. Note: All fees and tuition are subject to changes based on State Legislator or Community College Governing Board. Student Planning Guide, Page 14

Math & Science Textbooks Other Costs? BOOKS ! $60.00 X 4 CLASSES = $240.00 $80.00 X 4 CLASSES = $320.00 Math & Science Textbooks $100 to $175 each

Student Planning Guide, Page 15 Financial Aid Basics It consists of grants, work study, and loans. To apply, you must complete the FAFSA. (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).    Who can apply for Financial Aid? Students must be U.S. citizen or legalresidents to apply for FAFSA. AB540 (undocumented) students are only eligible for state financial aid: AB540 Fee Waiver – Paper App. @ SAC’s Financial Aid California Dream Act – Apply @ www.CalDreamAct.org Student Planning Guide, Page 15 37

Financial Aid Self-Help Aid: Free Gift Aid: BOGW Loans Grants Federal State Institutional/Private Scholarships Institutional Private Self-Help Aid: Loans Federal Private Work Study Institutional Grants – Money you typically do NOT have to pay back. But if you drop below a “C” average OR withdraw from more than 50% of your classes, you may be required to pay back some of your grant money. Scholarships – SAC and outside scholarships (Tuan will cover scholarships in more depth) Loans – have to pay it back Apply for the: FAFSA & Cal Grants

Other Sources of Assistance to Pay for College EOPS Book Services Buy a Book Society -$100 scholarship for FEP and honors students Teacher Ed. and MESA Textbook Loan Programs Outreach Lending Library ASG “Work for Your Book” Program Rolling Scholarships – Esp. AB540 Students

There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy. Fees/Payment Policy (Payment & ID cards: Cashiers Office, Admissions Building) Payment Deadline: Returning Students & New Students: Fees must be paid within 3 calendar days of registering for courses or you will be dropped for non-payment. Payment Options: Online: In Person: or By Mail: WWW.SAC.EDU Cashier’s Office S-104 SAC Address There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy.  Questions? Call 714-564-6965.

Student Support Services Math Center Learning Center (Tutorial Services) Success Center Reading Center Tutorial Center Writing Center Adelante Center for Teacher Education Counseling (Academic & Career) EOPS Freshmen Experience Honors Program MESA Program Puente SSSP University Transfer Center U-LINK Career/Service Learning Center Disable Student Programs & Services (DSPS) Health Center Psychological Services Veteran’s Resource Center

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Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan! Joe Student 1234567 1/1/15 Business X X N60 102 081 CMST 102 CNSL 116 Art 100 Earth Sc 110 Econ 120 Bus. 150 Spring 15 Fall 15 X English N60 3 Reading 102 3 Art 100 3 CNSL 116 3 12 English 061 3 Math 084 6 Bus. 150 4 13 Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan!

Next Steps: Register for class – January for new students Pay for classes – 3 days deadline! Apply for financial aid AB540 Fee Waiver – Paper App. @ SAC’s Financial Aid California Dream Act – Apply @ www.CalDreamAct.org Comprehensive Ed. Plan Options: Attend a Ed. Planning Workshop Take a Counseling class w/ Ed. Planning Make a counseling appointment

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