Transcript Torrey Pines High School

Torrey Pines High School
11th Grade Presentation
Class of 2016
Who is your School Counselor?
Jayme Cambra
Melissa Hernandez-Cyr
A-Cho
Kl-M
[email protected]
Ext. 2213
[email protected]
Brennan Dean
Chr-Fl
Jennifer Magruder
[email protected]
Ext. 2214
Ext. 2017
N-Sf & AVID
[email protected]
Ext. 2215
Chanelle Lary
Sally Gervasini
Fo-Kj
Sh-Z
[email protected]
Ext. 2012
[email protected]
Ext. 2200
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Check your transcripts for the following:
-Correct Name and Address
-Off campus classes
-Credits
-Grades
-Check for repeats
-Graduation Status
-CSIS ID # = SSID # (UC System Only)
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-SAT/ACT tests are not required
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college if they meet the following:
-18 years of age OR
-Earned a high school diploma OR earned
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(i.e. GED or passed the CHSPE)
Community Colleges
•Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG):
Several UC campuses offer guaranteed admission to
California community college students who meet
specific requirements.
•By participating in a Transfer Admission Guarantee
(TAG) program, you will receive early review of
your academic records, early admission
notification and specific guidance about major
preparation and general education coursework.
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California State Universities (CSU)
 23 campuses
 Practical based; prepares majority of students
for jobs after graduation
 Service Area: CSU San Marcos
 Applicants must meet the A-G subject
requirements
 Apply online @ www.csumentor.edu
University of California (UC)
 9 campuses
 Research based; prepares students to advance to graduate and
professional educational programs
 Visit: pathways.ucop.edu/doorways/list for a complete list of
Torrey Pines High School UC approved courses.
 Effective the 2013-2014 school year, students taking courses
from off campus online providers (i.e. BYU, NUVHS) must
verify that the course is UC approved by checking at the above
website.
 Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements
 Apply online @ www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
 Applications are determined by comprehensive review process
 CSIS ID # = SSID# (requested on the UC application)
UC/CSU Subject Requirements
(A-G)
A: History/Social Science: 2 years required
B: English: 4 years required
C: Math: 3 years required - 4 years recommended
D: Lab Science: 2 years required - 3 years recommended
E: Foreign Language:2 years required-3 years recommended
F: Visual/ Performing Arts: 1 year required
G: Electives: 1 year required
“D” Grades
UC and CSU campuses consider a D grade in
a required subject a Subject Omission.
Students who have received a D grade in a required
course need to repeat the course in order to be eligible
to apply to a UC or CSU.
HOWEVER…there are exceptions…
 Math
 World Languages
See your counselor for specific information
Private/Out of State
College Options
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Admission requirements vary by institution.
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Often use “committee” type admission process
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Students should check with individual college websites to
determine admission requirements & deadlines.
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Over 500 campuses use the Common Application
(Visit www.commonapp.org for more information)
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Letters of Recommendation required
Letters of Recommendation
 The purpose of the Brag Packet is to help us write
your letter of recommendation.
 So, be thorough and give details!
 Only for private and out of state colleges &
universities
UC/CSU do not accept letters of
recommendation.
 Available online on NAVIANCE in May 2015!
 You must ask your teacher or counselor for a letter
in person
College Admission
Testing Requirements
 University of California:
 Require SAT or ACT (w/ writing)
 CSU:
 Require SAT or ACT (w/ writing)
 Private Schools:
 Refer to school websites; some allow ACT exam to replace subject
test requirements.
** Fee waivers are available for tests if certain qualifications are met.
Check specific university testing requirements; some
colleges and/or majors might require certain subject
tests.
SAT Reasoning Test Information
 The exam covers three subject areas:
 Critical reading
 Math (Up to Algebra II)
 Writing
 Students should be prepared for these exams by the Spring
of their junior year!
 To register visit www.collegeboard.com
 Upcoming test dates at TPHS:
 March 14th
 May 2rd
 June 6th
All official SAT scores will be recorded on your SAT
score report and submitted to the colleges you request.
Some colleges want to see all scores; check each college
website for details.
All official SAT scores will be recorded on your SAT score report and submitted to the colleges you request
SAT Subject Tests
 This is a supplemental exam that is required by some
selective private and out of state schools.
 Most of these schools require 2-3 exams in different
subject areas.
 CollegeBoard also creates the AP exam.
 If you are in an AP class, you should consider taking the subject test
in that course (example, US History or Biology).
*Check individual college websites to confirm test
requirements.
ACT Testing Information
 The exam covers five subject areas:
 English Grammar
 Math (up to trigonometry)
 Reading Comprehension
 Science Reasoning
 Writing (optional, but required by most schools)
 Students should be prepared for these exams by the
Spring of their junior year.
 To register visit www.act.org
 Upcoming test dates:
 February 7th
 April 18th
 June 13th
Prospective College Athletes
• Ensure you are meeting the NCAA course requirements.
• Division I- 16 core courses required
• Division II- 16 core courses required
• Remember, BYU Online courses are not accepted by the NCAA
Eligibility Center for core credit.
•ISOL courses are also not accepted by the NCAA.
•Don’t forget to register online at the NCAA Eligibility Center website.
www.eligibilitycenter.org
•Make sure to send official transcript to NCAA
• Bring signed FERPA form (found on Naviance) with a stamped and
addressed envelope to TPHS Registrar (located in the counseling center).
Upcoming Events…
District College Night and Fair
 Monday, April 27, 2015
 Coordinated by TPHS Counselors
 At the Del Mar Fair Grounds
NACAC San Diego College Fair
 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
 At the San Diego Convention Center
The last day to drop
a class second semester…
 Without any record on your transcript:
Friday, February 27, 2015
 With a “W” on your transcript (withdraw)
Friday, May 1, 2015
Thank you for your attention!
For further questions, please drop by and see your counselor:
A-Cho
Chr-Fl
Fo-Kj
Kl-M, EL
N-Sf, Avid
Sh-Z
Mrs.Cambra
Mr. Dean
Mrs. Lary
Mrs. Hernandez-Cyr
Mrs. Magruder
Ms. Gervasini