1. Welcome to Santa Ana College www.sac.edu
EARLY DECISION NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Welcome to
Santa Ana College
Welcome students to SAC
See if there are any questions before starting
Revised 5/4/15 1

2. The Purpose of Orientation:
Review of your Placement Test Scores
Provide you with basic information about SAC & Educational Planning
Assist you with class selection and on-line registration for your first semester
Review with students the basic purpose of orientation
Let them know that there is a VERY BRIEF introduction to the college and that SAC has much to offer in terms of our academic programs and services.
Students should be encouraged to read:
The Student Planning Guide
The Class Schedule
The Catalog

3. Student Success & Support Program (3SP) State Requirements:
1) Assessment/testing – Completed!
2) Orientation – Today
3) Abbreviated Ed. Plan – End of Presentation
Review with students the basic purpose of orientation
Let them know that there is a VERY BRIEF introduction to the college and that SAC has much to offer in terms of our academic programs and services.
Students should be encouraged to read:
The Student Planning Guide
The Class Schedule
The Catalog
4) Comprehensive Ed. Plan – Counseling Appt.
Note: Must be completed before 15 units or by the 3rd semester, and is required to keep your priority registration!

4. Joe Student 1234567 5/1/15 BusinessX X

5. SAC English Course Sequence Student Planning Guide, Page 5
English N50 (3 units) Intro. to Written Communication
English N60 (3 units) Basics of Effective Writing
English 061 (3 units) Introduction to Composition
English 101 or 101H (4 units) Freshman Composition
English 102 or 102H (3 units) Literature and Composition
English 103 or 103H (4 units) Critical Thinking and Writing
Student Planning Guide, Page 5 5

6. English as a Second Language (ESL) Program
Class
Rec’d Speech Class
Rec’d Reading Class
EMLS 055 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading I
CMST N52A (3 units)
Reading N50 or N80
EMLS 107 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading II
CMST N52B (3 units)
Reading N80
EMLS 109 (4 units) Writing, Grammar & Reading III
CMST 097 (3 units)
Reading N90
EMLS 110 (3 units) Intro. To the Essay
EMLS 112 (3 units) Advanced Composition
Reading 102
English 101 or 101H (4 units) Freshman Composition
CMST 101 (3 units) Interpersonal Com. CMST 102 (3 units) Public Speaking
Reading 150
Student Planning Guide, Page 5 6

7. 7

8. Examples: (Math Requirements for Transfer)
English  Math 105
Psychology  Math 219 or Psy. 210
Business  Math 140, then Math 150 (for most CSU’s)
Engineering  Math 160, 170, 180, and beyond… 8

9. Weekly Study Requirement... Student Planning Guide, Page 2
Part-time students
6 Units = 6 hrs. of class
Studying = 12 hrs.
Working = 40 hrs. (full-time)
Total = 58 hours
Full-time students
12 Units = 12 hrs. of class
Studying = 24 hrs.
Working = 12 hrs. (part-time)
Total = 48 hours
Student Planning Guide, Page 2 9

10. Student Planning Guide, Page 3
How many classes should I take?
If you work…
Consider enrolling in…
40 hrs. a week
6 unit(typically 2 classes)
30 hrs. a week
9 units (typically 3 classes)
10-20 hrs. a week
12 units (typically 4 classes)
0-10 hrs. a week
14-16 units (4 or more classes)
Note: The majority of A.A/G.E./Transfer courses are 3 units.
Full-time student   take at least 12 units
Athletic eligibility   take at least 12 units
Student Planning Guide, Page 3 10

11. What’s your goal at @ SAC? Student Planning Guide, Pages 2-3
Transfer to University
Would like to attend a 4-year institution such as a UC, CSU or Private and earn a B.A. or B.S.
You can obtain an A.A./A.S./A.A.-T or A.S.-T while getting units toward transfer, 2-4 years
Examples: Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Psychology, etc…
Associates Degree
Earn an A.A. or A.S by graduating from a community college.
Not planning to transfer at this time, timeline: 2-4 years
Examples: Fire Technology, RN Nursing, Speech Pathology Assistant, etc…
Technical Certificates
A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill.
Timeline: 1-2 semesters
Examples: Medical Assistant, Welding, Entrepreneurship, etc…
Student Planning Guide, Pages 2-3 11

12. What General Ed. plan is best for me?
PLAN A - Associate Degree Only
(60 Units Total, GE Units)
PLAN B - AA Degree & Transfer to the CSU
(60-70 Units Total, GE Units)
PLAN C - AA Degree & Transfer to the UC or CSU & Some Private Univ.’s
(60-70 Units Total, Units)
Student Planning Guide, Page 3 & Page 8-13 12

13. Vocational Certificate
A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill.
Can be helpful in obtaining or upgrading employment
Requirements:
MAJOR
COURSES
ONLY
Total Units: (Varies) Min. 12 units
Examples: Business Applications, Electronics, Auto Tech, CIS 13

14. General Education Courses Plan A (24 units)
Associate Degree
Usually referred to as AA or AS (Assoc. of Arts or Sciences)
Offered by community colleges
Requirements:
Major Courses
General Education Courses Plan A (24 units)
Elective Courses +
Total Units: Min. 60 units
Examples: Business Admin., Liberal Arts, Nursing, Paralegal
Student Planning Guide, Page 8 14

15. General Education Courses Plan B or C (36-46 units)
Transfer Programs
Lead to TRANSFER to a UNIVERSITY (UC / CSU / Private / Out-of-State)
Classes count toward completion of a Bachelor’s Degree
Requirements:
Major Courses
General Education Courses Plan B or C (36-46 units)
Elective Courses +
Total Units: units
Examples: Engineering, Teacher Education, Business Admin.
Student Planning Guide, Page & 12-13 15

16. Associate in Arts/Science For Transfer (AA-T & AS-T)
Designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree
Benefits:
Guaranteed admission with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system university
Priority admission consideration to local CSU campus in same cases
Slight GPA bump of .1 GPA for admission purposes for certain CSU’s

17. Student
Planning Guide
Page 16
Certificate Info.
AA/AS Info.
AA-T/AS-T Info.

18. You need to know: Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule
To put a class schedule together:
You need to know:
How many classes to take…
What classes to take…
How to schedule your classes…
Also need  Your test scores & the class schedule 18

19. Courses for Your First Semester @ SAC
Courses that improve basic skills English / ESL, Math, Reading & Study Skills
Counseling classes
General education classes
Intro. classes in a career/area of interest
Courses of personal interest to you 19

21. Freshman Experience Program
(Fresh X Program)
Paired Classes
Coordinated workload
College Success and Career Planning Help
Close Connection with College Instructors
Typical Format of Most Fresh X courses:
English Course + Counseling Course
Math Course + Counseling Course 21

22. Sample Class Schedule Math 083 6 11:30-2:35 PM MW English N60 3
COURSE TITLE &
UNITS
Section #
TIME
DAY
INSTRUCTOR
ROOM
NUMBER
Math 083 6
11:30-2:35 PM MW
English N60 3
9:30 – 10:25 AM
TTH
Reading N90
8:00 – 9:25 AM
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
8:00-8:30
 Reading
8:30-9:00
9:00-9:30
 English N60
English N60
9:30-10:00
10:00-10:30
10:30-11:00
11:00-11:30
11:30-12:00
12:00-12:30
Math 083
 Math 083
12:30-1:00
1:00-1:30   
1:30-2:00
2:00-2:30
2:30-3:00

23. Freshman Experience Example (U-LINK Block #10)
COURSE TITLE &
UNITS
Section #
TIME
DAY
INSTRUCTOR
ROOM
NUMBER
CMST 102 3
12494
10:30 – 12:55 PM
T Th
Fondren, S
C-207
Counseling 107
10790
1:15 – 4:20 PM W
Pastrana, L.
F-102
Counseling N45 .5
10706
8:30 – 5:30 PM
8/17
Zook, R.
R-124
English & Math
7-8
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
8:00-8:30
8:30-9:00
 Math
9:00-9:30
9:30-10:00
10:00-10:30
 CMST 102
CMST 102
10:30-11:00
11:00-11:30
11:30-12:00
12:00-12:30
12:30-1:00
 Counseling 107
1:00-1:30
 English 101
English 101 
1:30-2:00
2:00-2:30
2:30-3:00
Pick up Fresh X cohort sheet #10
from a Counselor
2. Add an English and Math course to your schedule

24. College Information
How does college work? 24

25. Academic Calendar 2015-2016 Fall 2015 August 24 Instruction Begins
September 6 Last day to add and to drop full-term classes without “W” grade with enrollment fee refund for full semester.
November Last Day to Drop with “W” for full semester.
December Instruction Ends
Review academic year
16- week semester with a finals week
Highlight START and END dates of semester

27. Adding a full class Option 1: WAIT LIST Option 2: ADD CODE
Note: There is no wait list option for students during the Early Registration process.
Option 2: ADD CODE

28. Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course
Dropping a class
It’s your RESPONSIBILITY
Drop your course on-line (Web Advisor) Last day to drop:
without a “W” – Sept. 6th
with a “W” - Nov. 15th
Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course
“F” Grade

29. How much will it cost to attend SAC?29

30. Student Planning Guide, Page 14
College Tuition and Fees
CA Resident Students (Per Semester)
Enrollment $46 per unit
Health Fees $19 per semester
Student Services Fees $10.00 (optional)
ID Card $2.50
Student Representation Fee $2.00
Parking Fees $30 per semester
$20 if you are qualified for fee waiver.
Part-time student (6 units) $330 - $340
Full-time student (12-15 units) $600 - $750
AB540 Students Same as above if your CA residency paperwork has been processed
Note: All fees and tuition are subject to changes based on State Legislator or Community College Governing Board.
Student Planning Guide, Page 14

31. Math & Science Textbooks
Other Costs?
BOOKS !
$ X 4 CLASSES = $240.00
$ X 4 CLASSES = $320.00
Math & Science Textbooks
$100 to $175 each

32. Student Planning Guide, Page 15
Financial Aid Basics
It consists of grants, work study, and loans.
To apply, you must complete the FAFSA.
(Free Application for Federal Student Aid). 
Who can apply for Financial Aid?
Students must be U.S. citizen or legalresidents to apply for FAFSA.
AB540 (undocumented) students are only eligible for state financial aid:
AB540 Fee Waiver – Paper SAC’s Financial Aid
California Dream Act –
Student Planning Guide, Page 15 32

33. Financial Aid Self-Help Aid: Free Gift Aid: BOGW Loans Grants
Federal
State
Institutional/Private
Scholarships
Institutional
Private
Self-Help Aid:
Loans
Federal
Private
Work Study
Institutional
Grants – Money you typically do NOT have to pay back.
But if you drop below a “C” average OR withdraw from more than 50% of your classes, you may be required to pay back some of your grant money.
Scholarships – SAC and outside scholarships (Tuan will cover scholarships in more depth)
Loans – have to pay it back
Apply for the:
FAFSA & Cal Grants

34. Other Sources of Assistance to Pay for College
EOPS Book Voucher
Buy a Book Society
-$100 scholarship for FEP and honors students
Teacher Ed. and MESA Textbook Loan Programs
Outreach Lending Library
ASG “Work for Your Book” Program
Rolling Scholarships – Esp. AB540 Students

35. There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy.
Fees/Payment Policy (Payment & ID cards: Cashiers Office, Admissions Building)
Payment Deadline
Early Decision Students: JULY 5th DEADLINE!
Returning Students & New Students:
Fees must be paid within 3 calendar days of registering or students will be dropped from classes for non-payment.
Payment Options:
Online: In Person: or By Mail:
Cashier’s Office S SAC Address
There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy. 
Questions? Call

36. YOU WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS AT SAC
YOU WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS AT SAC. PLEASE COMPLETE THE SURVEY BELOW and SUBMIT BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
High School: __________________________ Match at least 3 of the programs below: CENTER for TEACHER ED. A. For students interested in math, science, engineering, etc… DSPS B. For students wanting to transfer to the university EOPS C. Guaranteed college admissions to CSUF and UCI FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE D. If you qualify, this program will help with book vouchers and counseling MESA E. Disability related counseling; access to accommodations and services
SANTA ANA ADELANTE! F. Classes grouped to help you succeed during your freshman year U-LINK G. For students interested in teaching

37. Student Support Services
Math Center
Learning Center (Tutorial Services)
Success Center
Reading Center
Tutorial Center
Writing Center
Adelante
Center for Teacher Education
Counseling (Academic & Career)
EOPS
Freshmen Experience
Honors Program
MESA Program
Puente
SSSP
University Transfer Center
U-LINK
Career/Service Learning Center
Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS)
Health Center
Psychological Services
Veteran’s Resource Center

38. EOPS Program Benefits Priority registration Academic counseling
Extended Opportunities Program & Services
Program Benefits
Priority registration
Academic counseling
FREE tutoring: English/Math/Biology
Help with $chool-related cost$
Textbooks
Supplies
Transportation
And more to help you successfully complete your graduation and & transfer
Submit your EOPS application BEFORE you leave today!
There will be an EOPS staff outside your location.

39. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s
Student Support Services Program
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s
2015 SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM
Program Benefits
Summer Bridge Program
SSSP Grant – $1,000
Academic Advising
Program Requirements
Placed into English 060/061
Have Transfer as a Goal
Valid Social Security #

40. Center for Teacher Education
- Academic Counseling
- Book Loan Program
- Teacher Education Workshops
- Classroom Fieldwork Opportunities
- Scholarship Workshop & Assistance
- APPLE Courses
University Transfer Center
- Academic Counseling
CSU & UC Application Workshops
College Fairs & University Tours
Appointments with University Reps.
Transfer Mentor Program

41. Bridges to Engineering:
Academic and Career Advisement
Student Study Center & Textbook Loans
Professional Development Workshops
ENGAGE in STEM Program:
STEM Academic Counseling and Career Advisement
Internships & Fieldwork Experience
Professional Development Workshops
MESA Program Benefits:
Academic and Career Advisement
Student Study Center & Textbook Loans
Professional Development Workshops

42. Puente Program U-Link Program (English 101 & Transfer Math Required)
Paired Classes (English Counseling 100)
Writing support
Academic Counseling and Mentoring
U-Link Program (English 101 & Transfer Math Required)
Transfer Program to UC, CSU, and Privates Univ.
Guaranteed Admission to UC Irvine from SAC
UCI library Privileges & Faculty Presentations
Service Learning (100 hrs. fieldwork)

43. FAST TRACK Program Program Requirements:
• Be placed into Math N60 and English N60
Minimum High School GPA
• Not be employed over 20 hours per week while in program
• Commit to both the Fall 2015 & Spring 2016 semesters

44. Honors Program Program Benefits Program Requirements
Priority admissions for some universities
Designation as a president’s scholar
Scholarship eligibility
Letters of recommend from faculty coordinator of the honors program
Program Requirements
3.0 GPA or higher
Two references
Must complete 15 units of honors courses

45. Want to Transfer?
Guaranteed Admission into Cal State Fullerton or UC Irvine to all S.A.U.S.D. students.
To be eligible:
Have transfer as an academic goal
Maintain a minimum of 12 units each semester.
Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
Sign up for the Adelante transfer orientation on Aug. 17th or 19th

46. Counseling N45 – Program Orientations
(See handout and pick one)
Tuesday, Aug. 17th
Adelante Program Only Section #12118
Career Technical Education Section #10709
Center for Teacher Education Section #10703
Fast Track Program Section #10701& #10702
Puente Program Section #86677
U-LINK Program Section #86678, # & #12080
University Transfer Orientation Section #86681
Thursday, Aug. 19th
Adelante Program Only 9 Sections (See handout)
Career Technical Education Section #10700
Circle One

47. Registration Steps

48. Click Here

49. Click Here

50. Example: JB15482 (Initials + 5 digits) Password: Rocky01
User Name
Example: JB (Initials + 5 digits)
Password: Rocky01
(Birthday)

51. Steps to Change Password
New Password:
Part Number + Part Letter
Example: Rocky01

52. Click Student

53. to begin registering for your classes
CLICK HERE
to begin registering for your classes
Pay your
fees & tuition
Grades Class Schedule
Transcripts
View your
financial aid award

54. LEAVE Bottom Click Submit Term – Fall 2015
Location – Santa Ana College
Select Subject & Course Number
LEAVE Bottom
Fields Blank!
Click Submit

55. 1. Click to select course
2. Click submit after you select your course

56. 1. Select Register
2. Click Submit

57. Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan!
Joe Student /1/ Business X X
N60
102
081
CMST 102 CNSL 116 Art 100 Earth Sc. 110
Econ 120
Bus. 150
Fall 15
Spring 15 X
English N Math
CNSL 12
English Art
Bus
Earth Sc 13
Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan!

58. Don’t Leave Until You:
Complete an Educational Plan – Counselor must sign it!
Register for Classes (If your registration date has arrived)
Figure out How to Pay for Classes – Deadline to pay!
We are here to help you log-in to Web Advisor
and register for your classes.
Ask about the Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGW) or (AB540 BOGW) to pay for your classes for FREE!!!

59. Next Steps: Apply for financial aid (if you have not)
Submit your BOGW or AB540 BOGW
FAFSA and Cal Grant for U.S. citizens/permanent residences
California Dream Act for AB540 Students
Create a Comprehensive Ed. Plan (Options)
Attend an Ed. Planning Workshop
Take a Counseling Class w/ Ed. Planning
Make a Counseling Appointment
Attend 1st Day of Classes – Aug. 24th

60. QUESTIONS?

61. Don’t Leave Until You:
Complete an Educational Plan – Counselor must sign it!
Register for Classes (If your registration date has arrived)
Figure out How to Pay for Classes – Deadline to pay!
We are here to help you log-in to Web Advisor
and register for your classes.
Ask about the Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGW) or (AB540 BOGW) to pay for your classes for FREE!!!