Welcome to Santa Ana College www.sac.edu EARLY DECISION NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Welcome to Santa Ana College Welcome students to SAC See if there are any questions before starting www.sac.edu 1

Register for Welcome to SAC Day: We invite you to join us for a welcome and tour of Santa Ana College from 9-11:15am on any of these dates: Wednesday, July 13 Thursday, July 14 Wednesday, July 20 Thursday, July 21 Wednesday, July 27 Thursday, July 28 Send an email to studentoutreach@sac.edu or call (714) 564-6141 and let us know which date you will attend.

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 the 3rd semester, and is required to keep your priority registration!

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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 103 or 103H (4 units) Critical Thinking and Writing English 102 or 102H (3 units) Literature and Composition 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 CMST N52A (3 units) Reading N50 or N80 EMLS 107 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading II CMST N52B (3 units) Reading N80 EMLS 109 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading III CMST 097 (3 units) Reading 101 EMLS 110 (3 units) Intro. To the Essay EMLS 112 (3 units) Advanced Composition Reading 102 English 101 or 101H (4 units) Freshman Composition CMST 101 (3 units) Interpersonal Com. CMST 102 (3 units) Public Speaking Reading 150 Student Planning Guide, Page 5 7

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Examples: (Math Requirements for Transfer) English  Math 105 Psychology  Math 219 or Psy. 210 Business  Math 140, then Math 150 (for most CSU’s) Engineering  Math 160, 170, 180, and beyond… 9

Weekly Study Requirement... Student Planning Guide, Page 2 Part-time students 6 Units = 6 hrs. of class Studying = 12 hrs. Working = 40 hrs. (full-time) Total = 58 hours Full-time students 12 Units = 12 hrs. of class Studying = 24 hrs. Working = 12 hrs. (part-time) Total = 48 hours Student Planning Guide, Page 2 10

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) 10-20 hrs. a week 12 units (typically 4 classes) 0-10 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 11

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 12

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 13

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 14

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 15

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 16

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

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

You need to know: Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule To put a class schedule together: You need to know: How many classes to take… What classes to take… How to schedule your classes… Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule 19

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 20

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 22

Sample Class Schedule Math 083 6 11:30-2:35 PM MW English N60 3 COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM NUMBER   Math 083 6 11:30-2:35 PM MW English N60 3 9:30 – 10:25 AM TTH Reading N90 8:00 – 9:25 AM   MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00-8:30  Reading 8:30-9:00 9:00-9:30  English N60 English N60 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 Math 083  Math 083 12:30-1:00 1:00-1:30    1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30 2:30-3:00

Freshman Experience Example (U-LINK Block #10) COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM NUMBER   CMST 102 3 12494 10:30 – 12:55 PM T Th Fondren, S C-207 Counseling 107 10790 1:15 – 4:20 PM W Pastrana, L. F-102 Counseling N45 .5 10706 8:30 – 5:30 PM 8/17 Zook, R. R-124 English & Math 7-8   MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00-8:30 8:30-9:00  Math 9:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:30  CMST 102 CMST 102 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 12:30-1:00  Counseling 107 1:00-1:30  English 101 English 101  1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30 2:30-3:00 Pick up Fresh X cohort sheet #10 from a Counselor 2. Add an English and Math course to your schedule

College Information How does college work? 25

Academic Calendar 2016-2017 Fall 2016 August 22 Instruction Begins September 4 Last day to add and to drop full-term classes without “W” grade with enrollment fee refund for full semester. November 15 Last Day to Drop with “W” for full semester. December 11 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

“F” Grade Dropping a class without a “W” – Sept. 4th It’s your RESPONSIBILITY Drop your course on-line (Web Advisor) Last day to drop: without a “W” – Sept. 4th with a “W” - Nov. 15th Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course “F” Grade

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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 $10.00 (optional) ID Card $2.50 Student Representation Fee $2.00 Parking Fees $30 per semester $20 if you are qualified for fee waiver. Part-time student (6 units) $330 - $340 Full-time student (12-15 units) $600 - $750 AB540 Students Same as above if your CA residency paperwork has been processed Explain what an AB540 student is 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 legal residents 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 33

Financial Aid Self-Help Aid: Free Gift Aid: Loans Federal Private Work Study Institutional Free Gift Aid: BOGW (must maintain satisfactory progress) Grants Federal State Institutional/Private Scholarships Institutional Private 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 ASG “Loan 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 Early Decision Students: JULY 5th DEADLINE! Returning Students & New Students: Fees must be paid within 3 calendar days of registering or students will be dropped from classes for non-payment. Payment Options: Online: In Person: or By Mail: WWW.SAC.EDU Cashier’s Office VL-205B SAC Address There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy.  Questions? Call 714-564-6965.

YOU WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS AT SAC YOU WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS AT SAC. PLEASE COMPLETE THE SURVEY BELOW and SUBMIT BEFORE YOU LEAVE. SURVEY

Student Support Services Math Center Learning Center (Tutorial Services) Success Center Reading Center Tutorial Center Writing Center 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 Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS) Health Center Psychological Services Veteran’s Resource Center

EOPS Program Benefits Priority registration Academic counseling Extended Opportunities Program & Services Program Benefits Priority registration Academic counseling FREE tutoring: English/Math/Biology Help with $chool-related cost$ Textbook Voucher Supplies Transportation And more to help you successfully complete your graduation and & transfer Submit your EOPS application BEFORE you leave today! There will be an EOPS staff outside your location.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s Student Support Services Program Program Benefits Summer Bridge Program SSSP Grant – $1,000 Academic Advising Program Requirements Placed into English 060/061 Have Transfer as a Goal Valid Social Security # NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s 2016 SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM

Honors Program Program Benefits Program Requirements Priority admissions for some universities Designation as a president’s scholar Scholarship eligibility Letters of recommend from faculty coordinator of the honors program Program Requirements 3.0 GPA or higher Two references Must complete 15 units of honors courses

Want to Transfer? To be eligible: Guaranteed Admission into Cal State Fullerton or UC Irvine to all S.A.U.S.D. students. To be eligible: Have transfer as an academic goal Maintain a minimum of 12 units each semester. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships Sign up for the Adelante transfer orientation on Aug. 9th or 11th

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Educational Planning Now: Complete your abbreviated educational plan with a counselor who will advise you on the classes you should take during your first year. Later: (By the end of your 1st year of college) Complete a comprehensive ed. plan: (3 Options) 1) 45 minute academic counseling appt. or 2) Educational planning course or 3) Educational planning workshop

Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan! Joe Student 1234567 5/1/16 Business X X N60 102 084 CMST 102 CNSL 116 Art 100 Earth Sc. 110 Econ 120 Bus. 150 Fall ‘16 Spring ‘17 X English N60 3 Math 084 6 CNSL 116 3 12 English 061 3 Art 100 3 Bus. 150 4 Earth Sc. 110 3 13 Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan!

Next Steps Complete and submit your survey Submit any program applications – turn in at program table before leaving Example: EOPS or SSSP Register and pay for your classes Note: Remember to submit your BOGW so your class are FREE! Also: Click pay on my account to view your fees Print your class schedule out at home and attend your 1st day of class – Aug. 22nd

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