1. C O L L E G E AND CAREER READINESS
College is 4 U!
Pretest: College and Career Readiness

2. What does “COLLEGE AND CAREER READY “ MEAN?
A student who is college or career ready can qualify for and succeed in entry-level, credit-bearing postsecondary courses without the need for remedial or developmental coursework."

3. First Things First: HS Graduation Requirements
English 40 credits (English 1, 2, 3, 4)
Mathematics 30 credits (Must include Algebra 1 or equivalent)
Science 20 credits
Social Science 30 credits (World History, US History, Government and Econ.)
Fine Art and/or Foreign Language 20 credits
Physical Education 20 credits: All students are required to take 4 years of PE, unless they pass the Fitness Gram (Physical Fitness Testing) , and then choose to waive out of PE
Technology 10 credits
Earn 220 credits (Class of 2014 and forward).
Earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better over four years of high school.

4. California’s 4 Systems of Education
Community Colleges
4 Year Universities / Colleges
CCC
CSU’s
UC’s
Private Colleges

5. Why Go to College? More Education = More Money!
Degree
Yearly Salary
Monthly Salary
Hourly Salary
Some High School
$23,400
$1,950
$8.00
High School Diploma/ GED
$30,400
$2,533
$11.00
Some College
$36,800
$3,067
$13.00
Associates Degree
$38,200
$3,183
$15.00
Bachelor's Degree
$52,200
$4,350
$18.00
Master's Degree
$62,300
$5,192
$22.00
Doctoral Degree
$89,400
$7,450
$31.00
Professional Degree
$109,600
$9,133
$38.00

6. What courses do I need for college
What courses do I need for college? A-G Requirements What you need to get into a University in California . . .
Letter
Area/Subject
Years
Required
Years Recommended
History/Social Sciences
2 years
English
4 years
Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II)
3 years
Laboratory Sciences (Biology & Chemistry)
Language Other Than English
Visual and Performing Arts
1 year
College-Preparatory Electives a b c d e f g

7. University Entrance Exams
SAT
Parts
scores
cost
Reading/Writing Mathematics
200 – 800
points
English
Mathematics
Reading
Science Reasoning
Writing(optional
1 – 36 points
ACT (No Writing)
$33.00
ACT with Writing
$48.00
ACT
SAT I
Cost: $33.00
SAT II
Subject Tests
Cost: $21.00
*Fee Waivers available

8. PSAT 8 Testing Time: 2 hours and 45 minutes
Pre Administration Session: 30 minutes
Test Date: April 2017 at BYMS
Cost: $10 per student
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PSAT 8/9 score range:
Test Scores
Each assessment reports three test scores: the Reading Test score, the Writing and Language Test score, and the Math Test score.

9. University of California
Facts:
10 campuses throughout the state of California
Campuses range in size
What does a UC offer?
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degrees
Doctoral Degrees
Admission Requirements:
A-G coursework
Earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better in these courses with no grade lower than a C.
ACT With Writing or the SAT with Essay
Extra-curricular Activities
Personal Statement Essay

10. California State University
Facts:
23 campuses throughout the state of California; campuses range in size
What does a CSU offer?
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degrees
Requirements:
Minimum 15 A-G Courses with a grade of C or higher
2.0 Minimum GPA*
SAT or ACT

11. California Community College
Facts:
113 community colleges throughout the state of California
Low fees, financial aid offered
What does a CCC offer?
Certificate /Vocational Programs
Associates Degrees
Transfer options to CSU/UC/Private and Out of State Colleges*
15 campuses offer Bachelor’s Degrees
Requirements:
18 years old or HS graduate

12. Independent Colleges & Universities
Facts:
Nearly 100 private colleges and universities in California
Financial Award Packages
Class sizes will vary
What do Independent colleges offer?
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degrees
Doctoral Degrees
Admission Requirements:
Requirements and deadlines will vary by campus
Recommendations:
A-G Courses recommended
ACT or SAT recommended
Extra-curricular Activities
Personal Statement Essay
Common Application

13. Eligible vs. Competitive
ELIGIBILE
COMPETITIVE
Minimum A-G Completion
Minimum GPA
Easy schedule with few A-G courses
Few extracurricular or community activities
Challenge yourself to take on a more rigorous schedule your senior year.
Successfully continue taking and passing A-G courses beyond the minimum requirement
Higher GPA (3.5 or above)
Several, recurring extracurricular or community activities
Better chance for students to be accepted to
highly competitive or oversubscribed majors

14. Career Technical Professions
Career technical certificate programs prepare students for jobs in
high-wage, high-skill and high-demand careers.
Common Vocational Degrees:
Public Safety & Security
Health Sciences
Marketing, Sales & Services
Hospitality & Tourism
Information Technology
Culinary
Human Services
Business Management
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Manufacturing
Beauty
CTE certificates and degrees offered at California Community Colleges and Technical Schools

15. Financial Aid www.fafsa.ed.gov
SCHOLARSHIPS
Free money based on specific requirements or criteria
Main Types:
1. On Campus
2. National
3. Local (High School)
GRANTS
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
Apply between January – March

16. College and Career Ready
Build an Academic Foundation:
Take challenging classes in high school to develop an understanding of different subjects and a solid academic preparation for college-level courses.
Create a 4-year CCR-Plan
Pay attention to graduation requirements, college recommended courses, and career goals.
Include Advanced Placement (AP), or concurrent enrollment classes that lead to college credit and provide direct experience in college-level studies.

17. Evaluate Progress for College:
Do the very best academic work possible in every class you take in middle school through the senior year of high school.
Revise and update your 4-year CCR-Plan as needed.
Meet regularly with your school counselor about your course choices; ask for advice on enhancing college readiness skills.
Throughout Middle and high school years, use assessments like EXPLORE, PLAN, ACT, or Accuplacer to determine how close you are to being ready for college.

18. Develop Intellectual and Career Capacity
Select courses in high school that challenge your intellect and develop critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving strategies.
Practice creative problem solving, increase written and oral communication and teamwork skills, learn to think critically, and become technology proficient.
Learn to manage your time and develop good study habits that will only prepare you for independence and how to handle homework in college.

19. Explore Postsecondary Options:
Visit at least one college campus; take a guided tour and ask questions.
Learn how much college costs.
Attend a financial aid and scholarship meeting at your high school.
Complete the steps necessary for college entry: take a college entrance exam (ACT or SAT) and submit a college admission’s application by the priority deadline

20. Important Tips… Tour the campuses you are interested in.
Begin compiling a
list of scholarships.
Attend college fairs and Parent Nights:
Contact university representatives!
Keep options open.
Take the SAT/ACT early.
Meet deadlines.
Create a professional
Remember your password!
Communicate your goals with your family and have a plan!

21. FFA Informational Activity - March PSAT 8 – April SBAC Tests – May
Next Steps:
Take Post Test
FFA Informational Activity - March
PSAT 8 – April
SBAC Tests – May
HS Placement Tests – May/June
HS Counselor Presentation &
Course Selection – May/June
Promotion – June 16
High School: Class of 2021