1. California Higher Education Requirements
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Presented by
Valerie Bordeaux
Director
University Outreach & School Relations/Presidents’ Scholars Program
Evelyn Daliwan
Assistant Director High School Relations
April 16, 2008
University Outreach & School Relations
California State University, Long Beach
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Why Go To College?
Opportunities for a better life
More job opportunities
Greater knowledge
Increase potential
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4. Education Continues to be the Ticket to Higher Earnings
High school dropout $ 22,250
High school graduate $ 31,400
Associate’s degree $ 38,500
Bachelors degree $ 51,300
Master’s degree $ 60,600
Doctoral degree $ 77,800
Source: US Dept. Labor
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Source: US Dept. of Labor 2003

5. College Preparation Goal
Discover, build and maintain
an academic foundation for all middle school students that will bring future success in high school and college.
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How Do Colleges Decide Which Students to Admit?
Average of grades during high school (GPA)
Level of difficulty of high school courses
Scores on SAT, SAT Subject Tests, or ACT
Class ranking
Pursuit of academic interests outside of school
Special talents like music, art and sports
Leadership or community activities
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What About College Admission Tests? Majority of 4 year colleges require SAT or ACT for admission
PSAT – Pre Scholastic Aptitude Test provides practice before SAT (test at high school in fall of 10th or 11th grade)
PLAN – Provides practice before American College Test - ACT (test at high school in 10th grade)
SAT – CSU, UC, & Private College admission test for reading, writing, & math skills (test in 11th and/or 12th grade)
SAT Subject Tests – UC & Private College admission subject tests and varies by college (test after course is completed)
ACT – CSU, UC, & Private College admission test for English, reading, writing, math, & science skills (test in 11th and/or 12th grade)
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8. Get to Know All Higher Education Systems
California Community College –
109 Campuses
California State University –
23 Campuses
University of California –
10 Campuses
Independent and Private Schools –
77 Campuses
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9. California State University University of California
System
California
Community
Colleges
California State University
(CSU)
University of California
(UC)
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES
109 23 10
COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAM
None required
ACT or SAT
ACT or SAT and
SAT Subject exams
DEGREES OFFERED
Associates degrees and vocational certificates
Bachelor’s, master’s and joint doctoral degrees
Bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degrees
COST (subject to change)
Approximately $20 per unit
Approximately $3,500 per year
Approximately $7,500 per year

10. College Preparatory Subjects – The A - G Course Pattern
A - US History or Social Sciences – 2 years
B - English – 4 years
C - Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra) – 3 years (4 years strongly recommended)
D - Laboratory Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) – 2 years (1 year biological, 1 year physical)

11. College Preparatory Subjects – The A - G Course Pattern
E - Language Other Than English – 2 years (same language)
F - Visual & Performing Arts – 1 year (art, dance, music, drama)
G - College Subject Electives – 1 year Select any additional course from the above areas

14. Private: Campus Website
Deadlines Fall Admission:
CC: rolling admission
CSU: October 1 – November 30
UC: November 1 - November 30
Private: Varies - Check Campus Website
Online applications:
Private: Campus Website
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15. California State University, Long Beach
Quick Facts About CSULB
37,000 Enrolled Students
Over 300 Undergraduate and
Graduate Programs
Typical Incoming Freshman:
GPA – SAT – 1100
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16. California State University, Long Beach
An interactive college awareness website created for LBUSD middle school students with the GEARUP Project
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17. General Website Resources
Colleges in California
SAT Information and College Search
ACT Information and Career Planning
General Website Resources
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Specific Websites
California State University
University of California
California Independent Institutions
California Community Colleges
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10 WAYS
TO HELP YOUR CHILD TO
PREPARE FOR COLLEGE
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#1 Motivate Your Child
Give positive feedback
Compliment on challenges and successes
Ask about future goals
Discuss the important role education plays
Help make connections to daily life
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#2 Challenge Your Child
Enroll your child in academic after school programs
Get tutorial services
Require extra reading and writing
Provide exposure to a variety of learning experiences
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#3 Enroll your child in the right classes
Discuss college prep with counselor
Classes that expand knowledge
Courses that challenge and develop academic and social skills
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#4 Make education a priority
Talk about it
Homework matters
Establish a routine time and place for study and work assignments
Provide tools for success
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#5 Discuss Careers And Educational Opportunities
Ask about career interests and goals
Encourage research on careers
Find mentors and role models
Talk about education beyond high school
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#6 Expose Your Child To College
Visit nearby colleges
Participate in activities held on college campuses
Research colleges on the web
Enroll in kid’s college
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#7 Learn About Financial Aid -
Start Saving
Start saving now!!
Learn about Financial Aid process
Investigate saving plans
Talk to family & friends
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# 8 Be An Educational Partner
Know what’s going on in school
Stay in contact with teachers, counselors and administrators
Get involved in school
Address problems immediately
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#9 Be An Example For Your Child
Discuss the value of doing well
Read in front of your child
Attend school events
Get & stay organized
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#10 Celebrate Your Child
Give praise often
Show appreciation for effort
Be your student’s biggest cheerleader
Keep it positive
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Contact us:
University Outreach & School Relations
California State University, Long Beach
Valerie Bordeaux –
Evelyn Daliwan –
(562)
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Questions?
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