Southeast Academy High School Class of 2019

Systems of Higher Education Community College 4 Year Universities / Colleges Community Colleges CSU’s UC’s Private Colleges

California Community Colleges 114 campuses Are open to any students pursuing higher education Provide Transfer Options for students seeking a B.A. / B.S. Offer Vocational Training Admissions Process starts February – May . Plan to participate in an application workshop, English and math assessment test, and the college’s New Student Orientation. IVC www.cccapply.org

California State University SDSU – IV Campus 23 Campuses in CA Eligibility Requirements: A-G Courses 3.0 GPA Minimum SAT Reasoning Exam Score or ACT Exam Score Applications accepted from October 1st to November 30th Fee Waiver = 4 FREE APP’S Impacted Campuses will have stricter requirements https://www2.calstate.edu/apply

University of California 10 campuses in CA – only 9 open for undergraduates Minimum GPA is 3.0 Application is based upon: A-G Courses and GPA SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing SAT Subject Tests are recommended by some programs Extracurricular Activities and Involvement Personal Insight Questions Applications accepted from November 1st to November 30th. Open Aug 1st. Fee Waiver = 4 FREE APP’S www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

Private Colleges and Universities 76 Campuses throughout California Provide large scholarship/financial aid packages Smaller class size and faster graduation rates Requirements and Deadlines will VARY www.aiccumentor.org

ACT v.s. SAT Test Fee: Test Purpose: Test Content: Method of Scoring: ACT Plus Writing SAT Reasoning Test Fee: Test Purpose: Test Content: Method of Scoring: $52.50 Achievement Math, English, Writing, & Science Reasoning NUMBER OF RIGHT ANSWERS & NO PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS $51.00 Aptitude (for learning and proficiency) Critical Reading, Writing, & Math Reasoning NUMBER OF RIGHT ANSWERS & NO PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS

The 4-Year College Applicant Taking the Right Classes: A-G MUST PASS ALL CLASSES WITH A “C” OR BETTER History / Social Sciences - 2 Years Required U.S. History - 1 Year World History - 1 Year Government/Economics A English - 4 Years Required College Preparatory English Composition Literature B C Mathematics - 3 Years Required / 4 Recommended College Preparatory Math (beginning with Algebra I or equivalent)

The 4- Year College Applicant Taking the Right Classes: A-G Laboratory Science - 2 Years Required / 3 Recommended Biology Chemistry Physics D Language Other Than English - 2 Years Required / 3 Years Recommended Must be 2 years of the same language E F Visual and Performing Arts - 1 Year Must be an ADVANCED visual or performing arts course. College Preparatory Electives - 1 Year Chosen from: A-F G

Eligible vs. Competitive ELIGIBILE COMPETITIVE Minimum A-G Completion Minimum GPA Easy 12th grade schedule w/ few A-G courses Few extracurricular or community activities Taking A-G courses beyond the minimum Higher GPA Competitive 12th grade schedule w/ A-G courses Several, recurring extracurricular or community activities Does not mean that a student will be accepted to their 1st choice campus Better chance for students to be accepted to highly competitive or oversubscribed majors

Financial Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov www.dream.csac.ca.gov GRANTS SCHOLARSHIPS Free money based on specific requirements or criteria Main Types: 1. On Campus 2. National 3. Local (High School) Free Money for educational expenses based on financial need Main Types: Cal-Grant Pell Grant Jobs to help pay for school Employment at the Campus Up to 15 hours per week WORKSTUDY Money on loan which must be paid back with interest Subsidized: Government pays down interest in school Unsubsidized: Automatic monthly payments LOANS For priority apply January 1 – March 2

Who qualifies for the Dream Act? Attend a California high school for a minimum of three years Graduate from a California high school or pass the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE) Enroll in an accredited and qualified California college or university; and, If applicable, fill out an affidavit to legalize immigration status as soon as eligible

College and career information: THESE ARE 3 GREAT WEBSITES THAT CAN HELP ANSWER THOSE QUESTIONS. College Week Live: www.collegeweeklive.com Makes it easy to find information on the college of your choice. Virtual Tours Online College Fairs Event Information and Scholarships  California Career Zone: www.cacareerzone.org Great tool to compare different colleges and careers. Learn about what you need to pursue your goals. Assess yourself Explore different job options    California Colleges: www.californiacolleges.edu Explore different colleges. Look at admission requirements and applications. Research different Finance Options for College. Search different careers to find what best suits your skills, values, interest, and personality.

Important Tips… Make a list of colleges/universities Start Exploring career options Tour the campuses you are interested in Begin compiling a list of scholarships Attend college fairs and parent nights Get on the mailing list of interested campuses Keep choices open. Take the SAT’s/ACT early Meet deadlines Create a professional email for college purposes.

Plan of Action Finish off this academic year strong Take the PSAT (Last chance: Fall of Junior year) Take SAT and/or ACT during Spring of your junior year Start researching for scholarships Start thinking about which schools you want to apply to and go visit those schools Get involved!

Why should I meet with my Counselor? Set goals for high school Create academic plans Career plans Problem solving Individual and small-group counseling Emotional/Personal concerns Individual/family/school crisis intervention Peer facilitation Referrals if necessary