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2. 2 College Application Essentials Topics covered in this workshop include: How To Apply Eligibility: Subject, Examination, GPA Requirements Transcripts ELC UC Application cycle Applying to Private Institutions  Early decision – binding  Early action – non binding Community College Questions and Answers

3. 3 How to Apply ( Refer to College Application Checklist) UC/CSU on line application preferred UC/CSU first download from WEB UC www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply Nov 1-30www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply See Apply On-Line Brochure CSU www.csumentor.edu Oct 1- Nov 30www.csumentor.edu Cal Poly early admission filing period Oct 1 – 31 must declare a major Need: Transcript for reference CP Weighted; it is an estimate Copies available in Career Center Make a copy of on-line application for records Be aware of deadlines - Part 1 or Part 2 Student needs to complete Part 1 before requesting secondary school report and letters

4. 4 SAT code for CSU Mentor is 3594 Frequently Asked Questions: What is our school code? 050725 What is my rank? We do not Rank (See School Profile) Class Size for Senior Class? 523 Documenting Community College Courses? No units later than summer following high school (first option) click college for grade level put 2 grades for college class

5. 5 Eligibility UC/CSU Subject Requirements Examination Requirements Grade Point Average Check Eligibility Index

6. 6 Minimum“a-g” Subject Requirements Grade of “C” or Better See courses on transcript with letter “p” in front of them a. History/Social Science - 2 years b. English - 4 years c. Mathematics - 3 years d. Laboratory Science - 2 years e. Language Other Than English - 2 years f. Visual and Performing Arts - 1 year approved courses from a singular performing arts area g. College Preparatory Elective - 1 year  UC-approved course lists for California high schools are available online at: www.ucop.edu/doorways/listwww.ucop.edu/doorways/list

7. 7 “a-g” Subject Requirements UC vs. CSU Course Requirement Comparison The University of California and California State University have agreed to adopt the same pattern of courses; however, there will continue to be different admissions practices in some cases. Community college courses must be noted on the self-report, reference course number and where course was taken i.e. Bus 109 Intro to Business @ DVC. For CSU document grade for 2 semesters (Fall & Spring twice) For UC document grade only once (semester taken)

8. 8 Examination Requirements (for students entering 2006) SAT Reasoning Test or ACT for UC/CSU: UC uses highest scores in critical reading, math and writings + 2 subject tests. CSU uses critical reading + math (writing score not included) UC/Two Different Subject Tests - Example of subject test: English literature, foreign language, science, or social studies, math II C Check individual school for accepted completion date of testing requirement Cal Poly Nov 1 st - last SAT date Send scores directly from ACT or College Board for CSU use #3594 will send to all CSU’s UC send to each campus to which you apply

9. 9 Sending a Transcript? UC/CSU applications require self report. Do not send transcripts at time of application. Schools will notify student if requesting 7 th semester transcript (January). Send AP Test Scores, transcript from high school in June and any community college work with Intent to Register. (School you have chosen to attend) University credit is granted for Adv Placement test scores of 3 or higher For a campus by campus listing of how credit is applied see www.ucop.edu/pathwayswww.ucop.edu/pathways Go to collegeboard.org for information regarding other schools & granting AP credit.

10. 10 Sending a Transcript? Grades must be maintained in the senior year or the acceptance may be rescinded. If an academic class is dropped after the application has been submitted, the student must notify each university to which he/she has applied. Transcript can be obtained from the Registrar for $2.00 each. Student must fill out transcript request form and provide self-addressed stamped envelope.

11. 11 UC/CSU Grade Point Average  Calculated beginning in 10th grade in approved courses only (a-g)  Additional grade points given for grades of C or better in approved honors, Advanced Placement  Additional grade points given for UC- transferable college courses  Repeating classes – report higher grade only for repeat of D, F grades

12. 12 UC Personal Statement Questions  3 short answer questions totaling 1000 words  2 answers must be limited to approx. 200 words each  3 rd answer should be given extended answer of 600 words  Total 1000 points  You may choose your extended answer question

13. 13 UC Personal Statement Questions 1. Academic Preparation: How have you taken advantage of the educational opportunities you have had to prepare for college? 2. Potential to Contribute: Tell us about a talent, experience, contribution, or personal quality you will bring to the University of California. 3. Open Ended: Is there anything you would like us to know about you or your academic record that you have not had the opportunity to describe elsewhere in this application. 4. Prepare answers ahead of time in word document, do not compose on line.

14. 14 UC Eligibility Index A student meets the Scholarship Requirement if he or she achieves the GPA (2.8 minimum in California) and test score total indicated in the Eligibility Index. Example:2.80 – 2.84 = 2860 3.40 – 3.44 = 1882 Refer to Eligibility Index on line.

15. 15 CSU Eligibility Index A student meets the scholarship requirement if he or she achieves the GPA of 2.0 (minimum) and test score indicated in the eligibility index. You will be required to meet higher admission requirements for impacted campuses and programs.

16. 16 What is the eligibility index? Use this formula to see if your grade point average and test scores meet the required eligibility index: SAT Scores: (GPA x 800) + your SAT Total Your high school GPA (All approved college prep “a-g” courses taken in 10 th,11 th and 12 th grades) My index is _________ ACT Scores: (GPA x 200) = 10 x ACT Composite) Your high school GPA (All approved college prep “a-g” courses taken in 10 th, 11 th and 12 th grades) My index is _________ *The CSU will not include the SAT or ACT writing scores in the Eligibility Index for 2006-07 admissions decision. California residents must have a minimum index of 2900 using SAT scores or 694 using ACT scores. Non-California residents must have a minimum index of 3502 using SAT scores or 842 using ACT scores. California Resident Eligibility Index Examples GPAACT CompositeSAT Total Score Score 3.0No minimum score required 2.8 14 660 2.6 18 820 2.4 22 980 2.2 26 1140 2.0 30 1300 For the complete Eligibility Index tables for California resident and nonresident students go to www.csumentor.eduwww.csumentor.edu

17. 17 CSU Eligibility Index  Eligibility does not mean admission – must be competitive  Check specific campuses for impacted majors and programs

18. 18 CSU Entry Level Math (ELM) English Placement Test (EPT ) Exception through STAR test or SAT score of 550 or better in math and critical reading Math exception may also be achieved in successful completion of senior level math class beyond Algebra 2 Non-Exempt students will be required to take placement test in Spring on a CSU campus

19. 19 Transcripts and Self Report UC/CSU require self report at time of application Obtain unofficial transcript from Career Center for reference How to read transcript for UC/CSU: All “a – g” courses will need to be reported for application purposes. However, only “a-g” courses taken in 10 - 11 grade will be computed for UC/CSU GPA. The estimated UC/CSU GPA can be found on the transcript: CP Weighted. Courses with a P in front of them denote college prep and H denotes honors credit.These are the only courses to be reported. Each university will take only a certain number of H courses.

20. 20 Transcript Example PEnglish 10 Adv P Symphonic Band P Spanish 3 P Algebra 2 Adv N Net Sports PH Chemistry Honors PH European History AP N Leadership

21. 21 Eligibility in the Local Context for the UC The top four percent of students at each participating California high school are designated UC-eligible. UC has identified ELC students and assigned an ELC number. SRVHS ELC students have already been notified and a file has been started by the UC system. Students must still complete Subject and Examination Requirements ELC information available at www.ucop.edu/sas/elcwww.ucop.edu/sas/elc

22. 22 Application Cycle ● UC Fall filing period is between November 1 – 30. May go on line Oct 1, but can not submit before Nov 1. ● CSU October 1 – November 30 ● CSU Cal Poly Early Decision Oct 31 Deadline DO NOT WAIT UNTIL NOVEMBER 30 TO APPLY ● Students should keep each campus informed of any changes in information reported on application. ● Check at time of application for housing recommendation ● Students must respond to all inquiries for information from each campus.

23. 23 Application Cycle, cont’d Each campus reviews applications in a comprehensive manner. Fee UC & CSU $55 each campus Most admission decisions for freshmen are sent out between March 1 and March 30. Many campuses have online access to admissions decisions. Students must submit their intent to register (to one campus only) by May 1. Request final transcript from Registrar by graduation date.

24. 24 Applying to Private Institutions GPA, test scores, extracurricular, essays, recommendations, strength of program, interview Obtain application online or request paper from school Common application available for many schools Check for supplemental application Web Site www.commonapp.orgwww.commonapp.org Check application deadlines and testing requirements Early Action/Early Decision

25. 25 Applying to Private Institutions Secondary School reports and Letters of Recommendation Provide counselor with: Resume, Parent Brag Sheet (in Career Center) Provide self-addressed stamped envelope Request transcripts from registrar ($2.00 each) Send test scores from College Board, ACT Provide additional stamped envelope along with mid- year report

26. 26 Applying to Private Institutions Be mindful regarding Thanksgiving and winter break. Counselors and registrar will not be able to process letters of recommendation or transcripts after December 16th, if needed for January deadline.

27. 27 Community College Eligible if 18 years of age or high school diploma Apply in spring of senior year – Check if housing is available – Check assessment dates for specific colleges Math and English Assessment for DVC done at SRVHS in March Do not need SAT or ACT

28. 28 Resources for Information  ACT - Administrators of the ACT exam www.act.org www.act.org  College Board - Administrators of the SAT Reasoning Test, SAT Subject Tests, and Advanced Placement exams www.collegeboard.org & www.collegeboard.org/ap www.collegeboard.org www.collegeboard.org/ap  Financial Aid Workshop will be held in January

29. 29 NCAA Eligibility College bound student athletes should refer to the Clearinghouse web site for eligibility requirements and application process www.ncaa.org/eligibility/cbsa The NCAA Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete is available on line

30. 30 Thank you for Attending and Good Luck