College Information Types of Colleges

Different Types of colleges:

Different Types of colleges: Community College

Different Types of colleges: Community College 2 Year = Associates Degree (AA)

Different Types of colleges: Community College 2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) Non residential (no living quarters)

Different Types of colleges: Community College 2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) Non residential (no living quarters) Transfer out of CC to a 4 year

Different Types of colleges: Community College 2 Year = Associates Degree (AA) Non residential (no living quarters) Transfer out of CC to a 4 year Least expensive choice (about $200/class)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -BA: Bachelor of Arts (English, Psych, Anthro) -BS: Bachelor of Science (Engineering, Biology)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living)

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools -UC -CSU

Different Types of colleges: 2. 4 year College/University -4 years = Bachelors Degree -Optional residence (on or off campus living) -2 options in CA State Schools - Higher education opportunities (M.A or Ph.D)

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC)

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C -Personal statement or Admissions essay

Different Types of colleges: 3. University of California (UC) -10 UC Campuses -Primarily an academic research institution -Course content theoretical and analytical -Larger classes taught by Graduate Assistant or Professor -Requirements: -GPA 3.0 = no grades lower than a C -Personal statement or Admissions essay Tuition: about $13,000/year; 4 years= $52,000

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening)

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements: -GPA 2.0 = pass all A-G requirements -Submission of SAT & ACT scores

Different Types of colleges: 4. California State University (CSU) - 23 campuses in CA - Primarily practical based (prepare students for job market) - Classes are smaller and taught by the professor -Classes are flexible (available for PT or evening) -Requirements: -GPA 2.0 = pass all A-G requirements -Submission of SAT & ACT scores Tuition: about $6000/year; 4 years = $24,000

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus -Some colleges require 1-2 years to live on campus

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive)

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive) -Requirements:

Different Types of colleges: 5. Out of State Colleges/Universities -located throughout the country -Residence varies from on campus to off campus - CA residents pay Out of State fees (can be more expensive) -Requirements: -GPA= varies from state to state - P.S or Admissions essay= varies from state to state

Making the right choices Safety, Target, Reach Making the right choices

Safety School A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you.

Safety School A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. - Your GPA is higher then average - Your SAT and ACT are exceptionally above this schools average

Safety School A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. 2. A school you are willing to attend.

Safety School A school you are reasonably confident that will admit you. A school you are willing to attend. -Don’t make this Safety school a backup you do not even like.

Target School

Target School 1. A school that your range in GPA and Test Scores are average

Target School A school that your range in GPA and Test Scores are average A school you are confident you will be able to pay for (loans, family money, or scholarships)

Target School A school that your range in GPA and Test Scores are average A school you are confident you will be able to pay for (loans, family money, or scholarships) A school that is your focus but is attainable.

Reach School

Reach School 1. A school that is ABOVE your grade, GPA, and test score range.

Reach School A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. -You score slightly below the average

Reach School A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. A school that is a long shot but should still be possible.

Reach School A school that is above your grade, GPA, and test score range. A school that is a long shot but should still be possible. -EX: A student with a 2.0 GPA who wants to go to Harvard is not considered Reach its considered…. impossible.