CAL-SOAP PRESENTS… 100% College Bound

Greater and more diverse career options Personal and educational growth It pays off…

There are 5 systems of higher education in California…

Suggested GPA: Campuses A-G Requirements Tuition, Books, Transportation, Room and Board: $26,000 SAT/ACT Score California State University

Suggested GPA: Campuses A-G Requirements Tuition, Books, Room and Board, etc. : $30,000 SAT/ACT Scores EssayActivities University of California

California College Systems Continued Private Universities Many Campuses Costs Vary University of San Diego, USC, Stanford… CA Community Colleges 110 Campuses Associate’s Degrees and Transfers, ~$2,000/year Grossmont, Southwestern, Mesa…. Vocational and Technical Schools Degrees/Certificates and Costs Vary Paul Mitchell School, Art Institute of San Diego…

Choosing a college that is right for you…

Make-or-Break Criteria A few factors to consider when researching college campuses… Institution TypeGeographyHousingCampus reputation

Make-or-Break Criteria Some more factors to consider… Religious affiliation Gender-specific vs. co-ed Costs DiversitySocial Life Financial aid Extra Curricular Activities

Making High School Count: How to prepare for college…

A-G Course Requirements 2 yearsa) History and Social Science 4 yearsb) English 3 years (4 years rec.) c) Mathematics (algebra, geometry, and algebra II) 2 years (3 years rec.) d) Laboratory Science (1 year of biological science and 1 year of physical science) 2 years (3 years rec.) e) Foreign language (both years must be in the same language) 1 yearf) Visual and performing arts (art, dance, theatre/ drama, or music) 1 yearg) Elective chosen from the subject areas listed above or other college preparatory course (2 semesters or 1 year-long course)

Required Admissions Tests SAT : General exam with 3 sections: Critical Reading, Math, and Writing Use for CSU, UC, and almost all private universities ACT: General reasoning exam with 5 sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing Use for CSU, UC, and almost all private universities Notes: Community Colleges do not require ACT or SAT tests

National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test Prepare for the SAT Become eligible for Scholarship Earn 2,000 or higher

Application Builders In addition to your grades and test scores, colleges want to see a well-rounded high school student. Clubs and Sports Community Service Honors and Awards Leadership Roles Work Experience Talents and Special Skills

Financial Aid is Available for Everyone! Scholarships Online Search Engines School/Community Resources Undocumented students, foster youth, and veterans’ dependents should talk to a counselor or a Cal-SOAP representative Government Grants/Loans Apply for the FAFSA by March 2 of your senior year

Money, Money, Money Tips for Scholarship Success: Don’t neglect smaller, local scholarships Recycle, Recycle, Recycle Keep a written personal inventory Apply for as many scholarships as possible Prioritize school work and class time Bridge multiple applications Stick with it!!!

Need help? What Cal-SOAP can do for you…

Make-or-Break Criteria We provide information about: Postsecondary Education Cal-SOAP can help you understand Admission Tests (SAT & ACT) A-G Requirements Financial Aid and Scholarships Career Exploration College Admission Requirements

Junior Year in Review Maintain A-G requirements Join clubs or sports at your school Research Colleges Strive for A’s and B’s. Volunteer Research Scholarships Visit Colleges

Contacting Cal-SOAP… Meet with your College Peer Advisor (CPA) on campus either by appointment or walk-in if you need help with anything college or career related. Call the Cal-SOAP office at Visit the Cal-SOAP website at for information and current events for high school students!