EARLY ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM
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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
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)
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
.
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