1. Southeast Academy High School
Class of
2019

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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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)

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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

13. College and career information:
THESE ARE 3 GREAT WEBSITES THAT CAN HELP ANSWER THOSE QUESTIONS.
College Week Live:
Makes it easy to find information on the college of your choice.
Virtual Tours Online College Fairs
Event Information and Scholarships
 California Career Zone:
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:
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.

14. 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 for college purposes.

15. 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!

16. 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