EARLY DECISION NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

Welcome

to

Santa Ana College

www.sac.edu

Register for Welcome to SAC Day:

We invite you to join us for a welcome and tour of Santa Ana College from 9-11:15am on any of these dates :

• • • • • •

Wednesday, July 15 Thursday, July 16 Wednesday, July 22 Thursday, July 23 Wednesday, July 29 Thursday, July 30 Send an email to [email protected]

or call (714) 564-6141 and let us know which date you will attend.

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

Student Success & Support Program (3SP)

State Requirements:

1) Assessment/testing – Completed!

2) Orientation – Today 3) Abbreviated Ed. Plan

– End of Presentation

4) Comprehensive Ed. Plan

– Counseling Appt.

Note:

Must be completed before 15 units or by the 3 rd semester, and is required to keep your priority registration!

X Joe Student 1234567 5/1/15 Business X

SAC English Course Sequence 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

English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Class EMLS 055 (4 units)

Writing, Grammar & Reading I

EMLS 107 (4 units)

Writing, Grammar & Reading II

Rec’d Speech Class

CMST N52A (3 units) CMST N52B (3 units)

EMLS 109 (4 units)

Writing, Grammar & Reading III

EMLS 110 (3 units)

Intro. To the Essay

EMLS 112 (3 units)

Advanced Composition CMST 097 (3 units) CMST 097 (3 units) CMST 097 (3 units)

English 101 or 101H (4 units)

Freshman Composition CMST 101 (3 units) Interpersonal Com.

CMST 102 (3 units) Public Speaking

Rec’d Reading Class

Reading N50 or N80 Reading N80 Reading 101 Reading 101 Reading 102 Reading 150

Student Planning Guide, Page 5

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…

Weekly Study Requirement...

Full-time students

12 Units = 12 hrs. of class Studying = 24 hrs.

Working = 12 hrs. (part-time)

Part-time students

6 Units = 6 hrs. of class Studying = 12 hrs.

Working = 40 hrs. (full-time)

Total = 58 hours Total = 48 hours Student Planning Guide, Page 2

How many classes should I take?

If you work…

40 hrs. a week 30 hrs. a week 10-20 hrs. a week 0-10 hrs. a week

Consider enrolling in…

6 unit(typically 2 classes) 9 units (typically 3 classes) 12 units (typically 4 classes) 14-16 units (4 or more classes) Note: The majority of A.A/G.E./Transfer courses are 3 units.

Full-time student Athletic eligibility

.......... take at least 12 units .......... take at least 12 units

Student Planning Guide, Page 3

What’s your goal at @ SAC?

1) 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…

2) 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…

3) 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

What General Ed. plan is best for me?

PLAN A

- Associate Degree Only

(60 Units Total, 25-27 GE Units)

PLAN B

- AA Degree & Transfer to the CSU

(60-70 Units Total, 42-46 GE Units)

PLAN C

- AA Degree & Transfer to the UC or CSU & Some Private Univ.’s

(60-70 Units Total, 36-45 Units)

Student Planning Guide, Page 3 & Page 8-13

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

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

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: 60-70 units Examples: Engineering, Teacher Education, Business Admin. Student Planning Guide, Page 10-11 & 12-13

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

Student Planning Guide Page 16

Certificate Info.

AA/AS Info.

AA-T/AS-T Info.

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

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

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

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

Freshman Experience Example

(U-LINK Block #10)

COURSE TITLE & NUMBER CMST 102 Counseling 107 Counseling N45 English & Math UNITS Section # 3 3 .5

7-8 12494 10790 10706 TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM 10:30 – 12:55 PM 1:15 – 4:20 PM 8:30 – 5:30 PM T Th W 8/17 Fondren, S Pastrana, L.

Zook, R. C-207 F-102 R-124 TUESDAY 8:00-8:30 8:30-9:00 9:00-9:30 9:30-10:00 10:00-10:30 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30 11:30-12:00 12:00-12:30 12:30-1:00 1:00-1:30 1:30-2:00 2:00-2:30 2:30-3:00 MONDAY Math CMST 102 English 101 WEDNESDAY Math Counseling 107 THURSDAY FRIDAY 1. Pick up Fresh X cohort sheet #10 from a Counselor CMST 102 2. Add an English and Math course to your schedule English 101

College Information

How does college work?

Academic Calendar 2015-2016

Fall 2015 August 24 September 6

Instruction Begins Last day to add and to drop full-term classes without “W” grade with enrollment fee refund for full semester.

November 15 December 12

Last Day to Drop with “W” for full semester.

Instruction Ends

Adding a full class

Option 1:

WAIT LIST

Note: There is no wait list option for students during the Early Registration process.

Option 2:

ADD CODE

Dropping a class

It’s your RESPONSIBILITY Drop your course on-line (Web Advisor) Last day to drop: • without a “W” – Sept. 6 th • with a “W” - Nov. 15 th “F”

Grade

Note:

You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course

How much will it cost to attend SAC?

College Tuition and Fees

• CA Resident Students

(Per Semester) Enrollment Health Fees Student Services Fees ID Card $46 per unit $19 per semester $10.00 (optional) $2.50

Student Representation Fee Parking Fees $2.00

$30 per semester

Part-time student Full-time student

(6 units) (12-15 units) $20 if you are qualified for fee waiver.

$330 - $340 $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

Other Costs?

BOOKS !

$60.00 X 4 CLASSES = $240.00

$80.00 X 4 CLASSES = $320.00

Math & Science Textbooks $100 to $175 each

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 App. @ SAC’s Financial Aid

California Dream Act –

Apply @ www.CalDreamAct.org

Student Planning Guide, Page 15

Financial Aid

Free Gift Aid:

– – –

BOGW Grants

• Federal • • State Institutional/Private

Scholarships

• Institutional • Private

Self-Help Aid:

– Loans • Federal • Private – Work Study • Federal • Institutional Apply for the:

FAFSA & Cal Grants

Other Sources of Assistance to Pay for College

• EOPS Book Services • Buy a Book Society -$100 scholarship for FEP and honors students

•

Teacher Ed. and MESA Textbook Loan Programs • ASG “Work for Your Book” Program • Rolling Scholarships – Esp. AB540 Students

Fees/Payment Policy

(Payment & ID cards: Cashiers Office, Admissions Building)

Payment Deadline Early Decision Students: JULY 5 th 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: WWW.SAC.EDU Cashier’s Office S-104 SAC Address

There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy.

Questions? Call 714-564-6965.

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.

DSPS EOPS FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE MESA SANTA ANA ADELANTE!

U-LINK A. For students interested in math, science, engineering, etc… B. For students wanting to transfer to the university C. Guaranteed college admissions to CSUF and UCI D. If you qualify, this program will help with book vouchers and counseling E. Disability related counseling; access to accommodations and services F. Classes grouped to help you succeed during your freshman year G. For students interested in teaching

Student Support Services

•

Center for Teacher Education

• Counseling (Academic & Career) •

EOPS

•

Freshmen Experience

•

Honors Program

•

MESA Program

•

Puente

•

SSSP

•

University Transfer Center

•

U-LINK

•

Math Center

•

Learning Center

(Tutorial Services) •

Success Center

•

Reading Center

•

Tutorial Center

•

Writing Center

•

Career/Service Learning Center

•

Disabled Student

Programs & Services (DSPS) •

Health Center

•

Psychological Services

•

Veteran’s Resource Center

EOPS

Extended Opportunities Program & Services

Program Benefits

•

Priority registration

•

Academic counseling

•

FREE tutoring:

English/Math/Biology •

Help with $chool-related cost$

- Textbook Voucher - Supplies - Transportation Submit your EOPS application BEFORE you leave today!

There will be an EOPS staff outside your location.

•

And more to help you successfully complete your graduation and & transfer

SSSP

Student Support Services 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 # NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s 2015 SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM

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

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

Puente Program

• Paired Classes (English 061+ Cnsl. 100 + Cnsl. N45) • 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)

FAST TRACK Program

Program Requirements :

• • • Minimum 2.3 - High School GPA • • • •

Honors Program

• • • •

Program Benefits

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

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. 17 th or 19 th

Counseling N45 – Program Orientations

( See handout and pick one )

Tuesday, Aug. 17 th

• Career Technical Education • Center for Teacher Education • Fast Track Program • Puente Program • U-LINK Program

Circle One

• University Transfer Orientation

Thursday, Aug. 19 th

• Career Technical Education Section #10709 Section #10703 Section #10701& #10702 Section #86677 Section #86678, #86680 & #12080 Section #86681 Section #10700

Registration Steps

Click Here

Click Here

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

Steps to Change Password

New Password: Part Number + Part Letter Example: Rocky01

Click Student

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

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

Click Submit

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

1. Select Register 2. Click Submit

Educational Planning

Now:

Complete your abbreviated educational plan with a counselor who will advise you on the classes you should take during your first year.

Later:

(By the end of your 1 st year of college)

Complete a comprehensive ed. plan: (3 Options) 1) 45 minute academic counseling appt.

or

2) Educational planning course

or

3) Educational planning workshop

X Joe Student 1234567 1/1/15 Business X 102 N60 084 CMST 102 CNSL 116 Art 100 Earth Sc. 110 X Econ 120 Bus. 150 Fall 15 Spring 15 English N60 3 Math 084 6 CNSL 116 3 English 061 3 Art 100 3 Bus. 150 4 Earth Sc. 110 3 Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed. Plan!

12 13

Next Steps

1) Complete and submit your survey 2) Submit any program applications

Example: EOPS or SSSP

3) Register and pay for your classes

Note: Remember to submit your BOGW so your class are FREE!

Also: Click pay on my account to view your fees

4) Print your class schedule out at home and attend your 1 st day of class – Aug. 24 th

QUESTIONS?