1. College Planning College doesn’t just happen… it takes planning. Mary Beth Buttweiler mbuttweiler@rocklinacademy.org mbuttweiler@rocklinacademy.org Chip Kling ckling@rocklinacademy.org Cindy Cutts ccutts@rocklinacademy.org ckling@rocklinacademy.orgccutts@rocklinacademy.orgckling@rocklinacademy.orgccutts@rocklinacademy.org

2. Week 1 - September 23 Week 1 - September 23 College Basics   California higher ed system   Private colleges   Out of state colleges   Understanding a – g, academic requirements, etc.   Realistic goals – Reach schools, safety schools   Tools and resources of Naviance.

3. Week 2 – October 1st   Be Prepared!   SAT & ACT   Activities, service, awards, employment, Does it matter and how much?   How maximize your personal history Ho w to create your own opportunities.   The college essay   High school resume   Letters of recommendation   Financial Aid   Scholarships How to find them How to win them

4. California Legislature’s Plan for Higher Education  University of California  California State University  Community College

5. Western Sierra Collegiate Academy prepares students to enter a four year college immediately after high school  We recognize: The value of a community college opportunity The value of a community college opportunity There are good reasons for families to choose community college There are good reasons for families to choose community college Not all students thrive in a university environment Not all students thrive in a university environment

6. California Community Colleges  113 Community Colleges  California residents have access to all of them

7. Community College  Equal Access for All No high school diploma No high school diploma No SAT or ACT scores No SAT or ACT scores Discounted tuition Discounted tuition Wide variety of educational options Wide variety of educational options Guarantee transfer with many state & private colleges Guarantee transfer with many state & private colleges Excellent back up plan if applying to top tier schools. Excellent back up plan if applying to top tier schools. Great place to challenge yourself academically Great place to challenge yourself academically Well respected and credits are valid Well respected and credits are valid

8. Sierra College  Great choice IF you go with a plan Pros Top Degree awarding community college in the state Top 10 in Athletic academic success in the nation! Many 2 year programs – some take less than 2 years Guarantee Transfer Program #1 Priority for upper division transfer to both CSU and UC is California Community College applicant CSU and UC is California Community College applicantCons Expect to spend at least 3 years at a community college to transfer

9. Community College Transfer Agreements  UC & CSU gives California Community College transfers top priority  Sierra College has transfer agreements with schools across the state and U.S. (No Guarantees)  Bachelor’s degree is the same as 4 year grads.  Transfer agreements must be approved by the RECEIVING school – not the community college

10. Community College Career/Tech Prep Program  Not just for transfer.  Launch a career Certification Certification A.A., A.S. R.N. A.A., A.S. R.N. Journeyman degrees etc. Journeyman degrees etc.  Options that allow students to enter the industry without transferring to a 4 year school.  Sierra College Career & Tech Ed Exploration Day  Oct. 2 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

11. Sierra College  Ranked first in Northern California in transfers to the University of California and California State University systems.  BYU receives more transfers from Sierra College than any other college in California.

12. California Public 4 Year Schools  CSU & UC academic requirements for admission are the same  Called the A - G

13. California’s A – G Course List Search yours at UC Course List Search UC Course List SearchUC Course List Search  College Prep courses in six areas Social Studies Social Studies Math Math English English Science Science Foreign Language Foreign Language Visual & Performing Arts Visual & Performing Arts Elective Elective Sometimes most challenging course might not be college prep

14. What is A – G? A History and Social Science (including 1 year of U.S. history or 1 semester of U.S. history and 1 semester of civics or American government AND 1 year of social science) 2 B English (4 years of college preparatory English composition and literature) 4 C Math (4 years recommended) including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or higher mathematics (take one each year) 3 D Laboratory Science (including 1 biological science and 1 physical science) 2 E Language Other than English (2 years of the same language; American Sign Language is applicable - 2 F Visual and Performing Arts (dance, drama or theater, music, or visual art) 1 G College Preparatory Elective 1 Total Required (more recommended) 15

15. A - G  Meeting A – G will make you eligible at:  CSU  UC  Most Private Colleges  Most Out-of-State Colleges

16. Taking Transferrable College Classes During High School  Can replace an A - G requirement  Be sure to have official transcript from the community college sent when you send your high school transcript.

17. California Public University Systems  University of California  California State University

18. Difference between UC & CSU  Strategies of education are different

19. California State University  23 campuses, one university  Hands on learning  Internships  Start classes specific to major at freshman level  Experience, license, training, knowledge upon graduation to enter the industry

20. University of California  Nine undergraduate universities  Research based education  Nearly all majors have common general ed classes at the freshman level  Comprehensive application  Personal Statement  Highly competitive & more expensive  Sometimes considered the Ivy League of the West Coast

21. Differences If you plan to study to BE something CSU might be your best choice If you plan to study ABOUT something, UC might be your best choice

22. Transfer Agreements  Community College transfer agreements can provide a solid plan Transfer policies at the CSU require all transfers to be “clean” upper division only. (Minimum 60 units) Transfer policies at the CSU require all transfers to be “clean” upper division only. (Minimum 60 units) Both CSU and UC now accept only junior level transfers (Minimum 60 units)

23. California State University  The CSU is a leader in high-quality, accessible, student-focused higher education. Nearly a half million students Nearly a half million students Nearly 50,000 faculty and staff Nearly 50,000 faculty and staff Largest educational systems in the U.S. Largest educational systems in the U.S. Highly respected across the nation Highly respected across the nation

24. CSU  We prepare graduates who go on to make a difference in the workforce. We engage in research and creative activities leading to scientific, technical, artistic and social advances.

25. CSU Requirements  File an application during the initial filing period.  Graduate from high school.  A - G courses minimum grade of C  Earn a minimum 3.0 g.p.a. (10-11)  Submit Official SAT or ACT score  Earn a qualifying eligibility index.

27. CSU Application is simple  College prep courses (a – g) and grades  SAT or ACT scores No essay No essay No letters of recommendation No letters of recommendation No activities/awards/service/ etc. No activities/awards/service/ etc.  (Except CalPoly)  All high school levels can begin application now on CSU Mentor.

28. CSU Admits By Selection Index  Calculate with weighted 10-11* g.p.a.  A-G Courses from 10-12 Weighted g.p.a.  X 800  + SAT Math  + SAT Reading  = Your Selection Index  *CalPoly uses 9-11 grades

29. ACT Selection Index Formula  A – G Courses weighted G.p.a. x 200  + 10 X ACT Composite  = Selection Index

30. 2900 Minimum Selection Index For Eligibility with SAT 694 Minimum Selection Index For Eligibility with ACT Being eligible does not mean being admitted

31. Many CSU campuses are Impacted  More applicants than spaces  Out of service area often has much higher selection index  Some admit all eligible applicants within the service area

32. CSU Majors  Some majors are impacted  Most colleges welcome Undeclared majors (Except CalPoly) (Except CalPoly)  Most CSUs have a broad range of majors  Changing majors is common (Even at CalPoly!) (Even at CalPoly!)

33. University of California  “If you want to be educated in the heart of where knowledge is created… then UC is for you.”  “The point of a UC education isn’t just to earn a degree, it’s to do something amazing with it.”

34. University of California  Nine Undergraduate Universities  Research based education  Nearly all majors have common general ed classes at the freshman level  Requires more information on application than CSU  Requires Personal Statement  More expensive than CSU*

35. UC Admission is HIGHLY Selective  The UC admits based on comprehensive review  Even top students are frequently denied admission

36. UC Looks Beyond Academics 14 Factors  GPA wieighted A-G courses from grades 10 - 11  Test scores – No power scoring – highest from best sitting  Number of courses beyond the minimum "a-g" requirements  Number of and performance in honors and AP courses  Top 9 percent of your high school class  Quality of your senior-year course work  Quality of your academic performance relative to your high school  Outstanding performance in academic subject areas  Outstanding work in special projects in any academic field  Recent, marked improvement in academic performance  Special talents  Completion of special projects  Academic accomplishments in light of special circumstances  Location of your school and residence

37. UC Davis Profile  Admit Rate — Overall: 38.2% Admits: 24,670 Applicants: 64,626  Averages High School GPA: 4.07 ACT Composite Score: 29 SAT Critical Reading: 618 SAT Mathematics: 670 SAT Writing: 636

38. UC Berkeley  Admit Rate — Overall: 16.9% Admits*: 13,330 Applicants: 78,923 Averages High School GPA: 4.19 ACT Composite Score: 31 SAT Reading : 686  SAT Math: 710  SAT Writing: 698

39. UCLA  Admit Rate — Overall: 17.3% Admits: 16,027 Applicants: 92,722  Averages High School GPA: 4.18 ACT Composite Score: 31 SAT Reading: 675  SAT Math: 702  SAT Writing: 687

40. UC Merced  Admit Rate — Overall: 64.6% Admits: 12,178 Applicants: 22,904  Averages High School GPA: 3.67 ACT Composite Score: 24 SAT Critical Reading: 529 SAT Mathematics: 556 SAT Writing: 531

41. UC Riverside  Admit Rate — Overall: 56% Admits: 21,582 Applicants: 38,515  Averages High School GPA: 3.78 ACT Composite Score: 26 SAT Critical Reading: 566 SAT Mathematics: 604 SAT Writing: 576

42. Private Schools  Private or Independent Colleges Viable options for a quality education.  Many are highly regarded

43. Independent or Private Colleges  More expensive than public schools  Often offer more financial aid than public schools  Some accept all applicants/some are highly selective  Some are faith based  Some are not accredited  Do your homework – check for undergraduate admissions requirements  Be careful of schools where there are no requirements

44. Highly Selective Private Colleges Western Sierra Students are competitive  Apply WELL We support their applications We support their applications Common App Naviance

45. Stanford  Applicants Admits Admit Rate Matriculants 42,497 2142 5%1,732  GPAPercent of Applicants Admit Rate Percent of Admitted Class 4.0 and above 58%  SAT Critical Reading Percent of Admitted Class 800 10%; 700–799 35%; 600–699 36% Percent of Admitted Class 800 10%; 700–799 35%; 600–699 36%  SAT Math Score  Percent of Applicants Admit Rate Percent of Admitted Class 800 18% 700–799 41%  SAT Writing  Percent of Admitted Class 800 5% 700–799 28% 600–699 32%

46. Ivy League Acceptance Brown8.7% Columbia6.9% Cornell18% Dartmouth9.7% Harvard6.2% Penn12.3% Princeton8.4% Yale7.4%

47. University of the Pacific  2010 Academic Profile Admitted Freshmen  Average GPA (Unweighted, Grades 9-12) All Freshman: 3.6 Pre-Health*: 3.8  Average SAT (Combined Verbal and Math) All Freshman: 1800 Pre-Health*: 2000  Average ACT Composite Scores: All Freshman: 25 Pre-Health*: 30

48. Naviance  Log in with your Power School ID User Name ID User Name ID Password is Power School Password with leading zero Password is Power School Password with leading zero If password is 999 use 0999If password is 999 use 0999  Enter your college choices (or applying)  Update email address  Update Career Interests (scholarships!)  Search scholarships

49. Placer County Foothills High Schools Consortium College Night October 8 6 – 8 p.m. Rocklin High Gym Over 100 colleges have been invited! This is YOUR event!

50. Next Week Homework  HOMEWORK Log in to Naviance Log in to Naviance Enter a college of interest Enter a college of interest Find a scholarship Find a scholarship

51. Next Week THURSDAY Be Prepared! Activities, Community Service, Awards, Leadership Scholarships, Grants, SAT, ACT, Essays, Resume’s

52. Questions  ckling rocklinacademy.org - Counselor  mallen rocklinacademy.org - Registrar  mbuttweiler rocklinacademy.org – Career Tech  ccutts rocklinacademy.org– College Planning Consultant  www.wscacollege&careercenter.weebly.com