1. degrees costs requirements resources transferring

2.  The CCC is the largest higher education system in the nation.  72 districts, 112 colleges  Enrolls more than 2.9 million students www.cccco.edu

3. Several Campuses Nearby

4.  High school diploma or equivalent  At least 18 years of age  Minors who are still in high school ◦ Consent of high school administration ◦ Parent consent  High school grades do not determine eligibility  SAT and ACT tests are not required

5.  CA residents: courses are $46/unit or approximately $1104/year for CA residents ($31/unit for schools on the quarter system— De Anza, Foothill and Lake Tahoe colleges.)  Tuition Fee Waiver: California Community College Board of Governors Waiver (BOGW)  Non CA residents/Undocumented students: will pay an additional fee per unit which varies by campus but typically a minimum of $200/unit more (Find out more about the Nonresident Tuition Exemption form)  Textbooks: estimated cost of $1,656/year

6.  Transfer preparation to a 4-year college or university  Associate’s degrees  Vocational certificates  Basic skills education  Workforce training  Personal enrichment courses

7.  Admission Priority ◦ All CCCs offer many general education requirements and lower-division major courses to prepare you transferring ◦ Upper division transfer students from the CCC have the highest admissions priority of all students applying to the UC and CSU. ◦ Many CCCs have transfer agreements to help you make a smooth transition.  Cost Savings ◦ Tuition for your first 60 units at a CCC is cheaper than tuition for your fist 60 units a 4-year university.

8.  Generally 60 units including general education and major courses  Community colleges also offer associate degrees in selected majors where, when completed, guarantee you admission into the CSU system at the junior level

9.  Programs can vary at each campus  Programs prepare students for entry-level employment and career advancement  Colleges work closely with local business and industry to offer programs tailored to the employment needs of each community PROGRAM EXAMPLES Law Enforcement Crop Production Computer Graphics Applications Fire Science Automotive Engineering Nursing Accounting Dental Assisting Broadcasting

10.  Fashion in Southern California  Women’s Health Issues  Beginning Floral Design  Beginning Guitar  Introduction to Digital Photography  Advanced Aikido  Introduction to Contemporary Africa  Practical Spanish  Golf

11.  Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) ◦ Goal is to encourage enrollment, retention, and transfer ◦ Students handicapped by language, social, economic and educational disadvantages are encouraged to apply EXAMPLE OF SERVICES Academic, career and personal counseling Priority registration and registration assistance Textbook assistance Social activities/fieldtrips Individualized tutoring University application fee waivers Cash grants (if funding permits)

12. www.cccapply.org

13.  Paper or online (CCCApply.org or college’s website)  No application fee  No letters of recommendation  No personal statement

15.  Application Sections ◦ Enrollment information ◦ Personal information ◦ Contact information ◦ Education ◦ Residency questions (2 pages/screens) ◦ Needs and interests ◦ Request for consent ◦ Supplemental questions (different questions for each college)