Transcript EARLY ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM

La Mirada High School
4 Systems of
Higher Education
California Systems of
Higher Education
 California Community Colleges (CCC)
 California State University (CSU)
 University of California (UC)
 Private and Independent Colleges
California Community Colleges
 112 two-year institutions
 Prepares for
 technical occupations
 transfer to a 4-year college or
university
 Students usually work part-time
 Mostly commuters
California Community Colleges
 Programs/Curriculum
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Career Jobs
Entry Majors
Transfer Classes
Degrees
 Associate of
Arts/Science
 Vocational Certificates
 Locations
 Cerritos College
 Cypress College
 Costs / Fees
 $26 / unit
 $1,200 - $1,600 / year
 Requirements
 No Subject
Requirements
 18 years of age, or
 High school diploma,
or
 High school
equivalency (GED)
Independent Colleges and Universities
 More than 70 colleges & universities
 Vary in size, location, and programs
 Offers opportunities for study in nearly every academic
area
 Boast smaller class sizes and great faculty/student
interaction
Independent Colleges and Universities
 2 Year and 4 Year Programs  Costs / Fees
 Various majors
 Various academic programs
 Degrees
 Associates
 Bachelors of Arts / Science
 Masters
 Doctorates
 Professional
 Locations
 USC, Pepperdine, Otis,
 Everest, University of Phoenix,
FIDM, DeVry
 ~ $5,000 - $52,000 / year
(includes room and board)
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USC-$42,000 / yr
Chapman-$38,000 / yr
 Requirements
 A-G requirements (check the
individual school
requirements)
 SAT Reasoning Test or ACT
(some schools may require
SAT Subject Tests)
 May require letters of
recommendation.
California State University
 23 four-year institutions
 Offers liberal arts and science education preparation for a
variety of professional careers
 Admit upper one-third of California high school graduates
 Many CCC students transfer to CSU
 Students live at home, in dormitories, or apartments.
California State University
 4 Year Programs
 Various Majors
 Pre-Professional Training
 Degrees
 Bachelors of Arts /
Science
 Masters
 Teaching & other
credentials
 Academic Calendar
 17 on semester system
 6 on quarter system
 Costs / Fees
 ~ $19,460 / year (includes room
and board)
 Tuition ~ $6,000 / yr
 Requirements
 A-G requirements
 2.0 Minimum GPA
 SAT Reasoning Test or ACT
University of California
 10 campuses that offer a broad range of four-year programs
 Admits top 12.5% of California high school students
 Guaranteed on-campus housing in residence halls for freshmen
 Possible to transfer as a junior after completing transferable CCC
work
University of California
 4 Year Programs
 Various majors
 Pre-Professional training
 Degrees
 Bachelors of Arts /
Science
 Masters
 Doctorates
 Professional
 Academic Calendar
 9 on quarter system
 1 on semester system
(Berkeley)
 Costs / Fees
 ~ $ 29,400 / year (includes
room and board)
 Tuition ~ $12,600/yr
 Requirements
 A-G Subject Requirements
 3.0 GPA Minimum
 SAT Reasoning Test or ACT
Plus Writing
 2 SAT Subject Tests
Recommended (Class of 2012
and beyond)
 Application Specifics
• Personal Statement
• Extracurricular/Awards/
Honors/Community service
• No letters of recommendation
The UC Applicant
What’s the difference between an Applicant and a
Competitive Applicant?
Minimally Eligible Applicant
Competitively Eligible Applicant
2 years of History / Social Science
3 years of History / Social Science
4 years of English
4 years of English (AP / Honors)
3 years Math (starting with Algebra)
4 years Math (starting with Algebra)
2 years of Laboratory Science
3 years of Laboratory Science
2 years of a Foreign Language
3-4 years of a Foreign Language
1 year of Visual / Performing Arts
1 year of Visual / Performing Arts
1 year of College Prep Elective
1 year of College Prep Elective
Where on the Web
College
Searches
SAT info.
ACT info.
UC Application
CSU Application
Common Application
Community College
High School
Course Lists
Financial Aid /
Scholarships
www.californiacolleges.edu
www.collegeboard.com/finding
www.csumentor.com/Select
www.collegeweeklive.com
www.cacareerzone.org
www.collegeboard.com
www.actstudent.org
www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
www.csumentor.edu
www.commonapp.org
www.cccapply.org
www.ucop.edu/doorways
www.finaid.org
www.scholarships.com
www.petersons.com/finaid
www.hsf.net
www.wiredscholar.com
www.studentaidalliance.org
www.fastweb.com
blackstudent.blacknews.com
www.brokescholar.com
www.chicanalatina.org
www.salliemaefund.org
www.apiasf.org
College Searches &
Career Exploration
College
Searches
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Career Exploration
www.collegeweeklive.com
www.californiacolleges.edu
www.collegeboard.com/finding
www.cacareerzone.org
www.csumentor.com/Select
www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
www.cccapply.org
www.cacareerzone.org
www.bls.gov/search/ooh.asp?ct=ooh
Tests for Colleges
 ACT: www.actstudent.org
 SAT: www.collegeboard.com
Recommendations
 Take both the SAT & ACT plus writing
 SAT subject tests are optional. Some private schools may require
them. Check with the individual school of your interest.
 You are able to choose which colleges you want your scores to be
sent to.
Sending Test Scores
SAT &SAT Subject Test
 To send your SAT scores to all
CSU’s, use code: 3594
 To send your SAT scores to
multiple UCs, you only need to
send it to one UC school.
ACT Plus Writing
 To send your ACT scores to
multiple CSU’s you only need
to send your scores to one CSU
and then log on to
csumentor.edu and release
your scores through the ACT
score manager.
 To send your ACT scores to
multiple UC’s you only need to
send your scores to one UC
school.
TEST DATES
ACT TEST DATES
TEST DATE
DEADLINE
SAT TEST DATES
TEST DATE
DEADLINE
APR 14, 2012 MAR 9, 2012
MAR 10,2012 FEB 10,2012
JUN 9, 2012
MAY 5,2012
APR 6,2012
JUN 2,2012
MAY 8,2012
MAY4, 2012
Transfer Admission Guarantee
Program (TAG)
 Seven UC campuses offer guaranteed admission to
California Community College students who meet specific
requirements. By participating in (TAG) program, you can
ensure your admission to specific campuses.
 UCLA and UC Berkeley do not participate in this program.
NCAA Clearinghouse
Sign up for the NCAA clearing house if you plan to
play sports in college. Send your SAT and ACT
scores to the NCAA.
CODE: 9999
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Resources
 Start visiting college campuses
 Check with your counselor to make sure you are fulfilling
A-G requirements.
 Ms. Hernandez is available Monday, Wednesday & Friday