1. Senior Year & Beyond

2. American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Standards
Three Domains:
Personal/Social
Academic
College/Career
**Open door policy for students! Counselors are available to assist you during snack, lunch, and after school.

3. CVHS Counselors Mrs. Evans G, H, J & L Mrs. Hairapetian I, K & S
Mrs. Bomar C-F, T, U & Z
Ms. Kuleto A, N-R & V
Ms. Cabalka B, M, & W-Y

4. Presentation Overview
Academic and Graduation Information
Career Information
College Information
Important Dates

5. ACADEMICS

6. Transcript Review Official or Unofficial
GPA, total credits earned, NO RANKING!!!
Course History, marks, credits (watch repeats)
Work in progress
School Enrollment History
Graduation Requirement Status, CAHSEE
Standardized Test Scores
Immunizations

8. Graduation Requirements
220 Credits (1 semester class =5 credits)
4 years English (9th, 10th, 11th, 12th)
2 years Math (at least Algebra 1 & Geometry)
3 years Social Science
2 years Science (1 year Biological & 1 year Physical)
1 year Fine Art
1 Semester Career Prep
1 Semester Health
2 Years Physical Education
70 Elective Credits
Pass both parts of the CAHSEE: ELA and Math

9. A-G University Eligibility Requirements
A  2 years Social Science - World History & US History
B  4 years English
C  3 years Math - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 (4 yrs. rec.)
D  2 years Lab Science - Bio & Chem or Physics (3 yrs. rec.)
E  2 years Foreign Language - same language (3 yrs. rec.)
F  1 year Visual and Performing Art
G  1 year College Preparatory Elective
UCs only allow courses to be repeated ONCE to make up a D or F grade
Minimum GPA to apply to UC schools is 3.0
Minimum GPA to apply to Cal States is 2.0
Minimum GPA for NCAA eligibility is 2.0 (increasing to 2.3 in 2016)
C grades cannot be made-up/repeated

10. Grades and Credit C is for COLLEGE!
Aim for Cs & above!
D grades = 5 credits
Credit for high school graduation only!
D grades are NOT accepted by 4 year universities
Earning a D senior year WILL jeopardize college acceptance, even if the class is above and beyond the A-G requirements.
F grades = 0 credits
May jeopardize graduation
Can not be removed from your transcript!

11. Academic Support Teacher Help
Free Tutoring!!! Academy of Science & Medicine
Tuesdays/ Thursdays : 3:00 - 4:00 in the Library
Individual tutoring list available in the counseling office
Private Tutoring (set up by family)
Friday Progress Reports - In counseling office!

12. CAREER INFORMATION

13. LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL Find YOUR best path Consider:
Academic readiness
Financial resources
Academic & career interests
Future goals

14. CAREERS
Explore EXTENSIVE resources related to career exploration and planning

15. THE WORLD OF WORK
"It is estimated that 85% of all jobs are now classified as 'skilled,' meaning that they require some education beyond high school."
“College Readiness Crisis Spurs Call for Change by ACT in Nation's Core High School Curriculum.” ACT News. 14 Oct

16. $!$! Education Pays $!$! Twice as likely to find a Job
Earn Almost Twice as Much!

17. Post High School and COLLEGE INFORMATION

18. TRADE SCHOOLS Career-focused education - Skill acquisition
Some areas of focus:
Art
Computer Gaming
Technology
Culinary Arts
Medical Occupations
Automotive Technology
Much, much more!

19. UNITED STATES MILITARY
Army:
Navy:
Air Force:
Marine Corps:
Coast Guard:

20. COMMUNITY COLLEGES www.cccco.edu Lower cost per unit (about $50/unit)
Explore interests before choosing a university
Career-focused education
Associate degrees & Certificate programs
60 IGETC units and/or and AA degree for less $$$
Fresh start for academic record and activities
Freshman acceptance vs. Transfer acceptance * Fall 2014
UC Overall Transfer GPA Avg.  3.4
Preference given to transfers from CA Community Colleges

22. COMMUNITY COLLEGES cont.
Nuts & Bolts:
Submit application sometime in January (dates not finalized for 2015)
Find specific schools’ application process online
Submit an official transcript after graduation
Take English & Math placement tests
GCC - reps in the counseling office every 2 weeks
PCC -
Scholars Programs
Cohort programs
Academic support
Priority registration
Apply in the Spring!

23. Community College Student Success Act of 2012 NEW Guidelines for Registration
What is the Student Success Act?
It is a law in California that is the cornerstone of a statewide reform initiative aimed at improving educational outcomes for students and better preparing the workforce needed for California’s changing economy.
STUDENTS MUST APPLY EARLY to receive priority registration even if you are not sure of which college or university you’ll attend.
To receive priority registration students must complete all steps prior to registration :
Submit application for admission
Complete Assessments
Orientation
Meet with a counselor to develop Student Education Plan (SEP)
Register for Classes
Even JUMP START students must reapply to continue taking community college courses.

24. CA STATE UNIVERSITY 23 CSU Campuses
Focus is on practical application of knowledge
Requirements
Meet A-G Requirements
2.0 GPA Minimum
Meet eligibility index
Annual fees - $6,633(tuition/fees only);
* $23,000 = *Avg, including living expenses on or off campus living

26. CA STATE UNIVERSITY cont.
Application Nuts & Bolts:
Filing period – October 1st – November 30th
Application fee - $55
Must take SAT or ACT
No personal statement
No letters of recommendation
Transcripts sent after acceptance, unless requested earlier
(Early Assessment Program)

27. CSU Campus Impaction Info 2014-2015
Impacted:
Chico
Fresno
Fullerton
Humboldt
Long Beach LA
Northridge
Pomona
Sacramento
San Bernardino
San Diego
San Francisco
San Jose
San Luis Obispo
San Marcos
Sonoma
Not Impacted:
Bakersfield
Channel Islands
Dominguez Hills
East Bay
Maritime Academy
Monterey Bay
Stanislaus
Note: Non-impacted campuses may have impacted programs.
Visit the individual CSU campus or campuses of your choice for more up-to-date information on campus and program impaction, including admission supplemental criteria.

28. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
9 UC Undergraduate Campuses
Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz
UCs have a focus on RESEARCH
Requirements
Meet A-G Requirements *Complete 11 of 15 by end of 11th grade
3.0 GPA Minimum
ACT Plus Writing or the SAT Reasoning Test
Annual cost
$13,200 = *tuition and fees only
$32,400 = *Average including living expenses

30. # Admitted: # Applicants
UC Campus Data 2014
Campus
# Admitted: # Applicants
Admit Rate
Avg GPA
Avg SAT/ACT
Berkeley
8,705: 44,575
20%
4.18
2071/31
Davis
17,836: 46, 819
38%
4.07
1924/28
Irvine
18,365: 52,285
35%
4.05
1867/27
Los Angeles
9,352: 55,964
17%
4.17
2067/30
Merced
9,506: 14,159
67%
3.61
1638/24
Riverside
18,055: 31,137
58%
3.77
1739/25
San Diego
15,820: 52,127
30%
4.13
2018/30
Santa Barbara
18,995: 51,047
37%
4.03
1925/29
Santa Cruz
18,561: 34,584
54%
3.82
1782/26

31. UC Cost of Attendance (‘13-’14)
personal and transportation expenses
$2,200
tuition/fees
$13,200
(subject to change without notice)
room/board–
on campus
$13,800
health care fee/allowance $1,700
books/supplies
$1,500

32. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA cont.
Application Nuts & Bolts:
Filing period – November 1st – November 30th *Open already
Application fee - $70 per campus
Take SAT or ACT with writing
Personal statement
No letters of recommendation
Transcripts sent after acceptance
As a SENIOR, you MUST maintain your prior level of academic rigor and grades or your acceptance may be revoked.

33. The UC Admission Offer Goes To . . .
Students from the full range of California high schools and regions in order to achieve the potential of the University’s admission policy for California’s students

34. What Else Can Students Do?
Apply Across the UC System
To multiple campuses, if possible
Find the “right fit” for themselves
Know the range of selectivity across UC

35. Tips for Students Carefully complete the application:
Presenting Themselves in the Application
Carefully complete the application:
Tell us everything they want us to know
Major(s) of interest, if decided
Family background
Participation in activities
Use transcript(s) – don’t guess about grades
Avoid abbreviations/acronyms
All of these tips provide context and clarity

36. The Message for Students
UC Counselor Conferences 2012
The Message for Students
Do as well as possible in “a-g” courses
Take the SAT and/or ACT w/writing
Apply to multiple campuses
Use resources available to you
Take advantage of opportunities 36

37. UC Selection & Comprehensive Review
Selection = Choosing students for admission when a campus cannot admit all applicants who meet the freshman admissions requirements
Individual campus selection practices vary, but all draw from the same Comprehensive Review factors
Comprehensive review
Varies by campus; criteria set by faculty committee
Multiple types of Comprehensive Review
Campuses don’t collaborate on admission decisions

38. UC Comprehensive Review
This is the process that UC’s use to review applications in context.
14 factors for Comprehensive review will be used (next slide).
This process allows for consideration of each applicant’s achievements, both academic and non-academic, in light of the opportunities and resources available to them in their educational and personal environment.

39. Comprehensive Review- 14pts.
Grade-Point Average
Test Scores
Courses Completed/Planned
Honors Courses
Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC)
Quality of Senior-Year Program of Study
Academic Opportunities in California High Schools
Performance in Academic Subject Areas
Achievements in Special Projects
Improvement in Academic Performance
Special Talents, Achievements, and Awards
Participation in Educational Preparation Programs
Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences
Geographic Location

40. There is No Golden Ticket!
No single factor is the reason why a particular student is selected or not selected for admission.
A university that receives more applications than available spaces must select from among the applicant pool – some will be admitted, others will not.
A denial of admission is not a reflection on an applicant’s worth, but is a reflection on a lack of space to accommodate every student who seeks admission. 40 40

41. Personal statement
An opportunity for applicants to provide information that supports and enhances the review process
Adds clarity, depth, context, and meaning to a students application.
The personal statement is read as part of the application.
Enables applicant to make the best possible case for admission
An admission decision is never based on the content of the personal statement alone
One statement, one UC application

42. Personal Statement Prompts
Applicants are asked to respond to two prompts:
Describe the world you come from—for example, your family, community or school—and tell us how your world has shaped your dreams and aspirations.
Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud and how does it relate to the person you are?
Word count: 1,000 words total

43. PERSONAL STATEMENTS
Enhances your application profile, completes the picture of who you are
Be sure to address the questions of each unique prompt!
Take the time to write, rewrite, and edit, edit, edit!
Get feedback from a few different people, some who don’t know you well.
Always double check spelling, sentence structure, and essay organization 43

44. Additional Comments Section
Use Additional Comments box for clarification and expansion of important details.
Describe anything else that you have not had the opportunity to include elsewhere in your application. Limit of 550 words
The Additional Comments section is not required.

45. Resources
University of California Admissions
Comprehensive Review Factors
Admissions Index Calculator
ELC Information
Transcript and Student Contact Information Submission Process - ELC Help Desk - Call:
Questions, ELC Coordinator, Julie Lind –
Contact Us –

46. PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES Approximately 2,000 in the US
Vary in strengths, focus & expectations
Application Nuts & Bolts
Requirements differ school to school
Application deadlines vary – Most January 1st
Application fees vary - $60-$90
Most require SAT or ACT w/ writing; some want SAT II
Personal Statements + Letters of Recommendation required
Official transcripts get sent with application
Common App Site (456 schools)
Each is
Unique so
Do Your
Research!

47. TESTING – SAT, ACT, Subject tests, AP
Community College
No testing, unless you apply to a scholars program
Cal State schools – No tests after December will be accepted
SAT or ACT
Schools will use the most advantageous scores for admission
UC schools – No tests after December will be accepted
SAT or ACT with writing
SAT –
Remaining tests: October 11th, November 8th and December 6th
ACT –
Remaining test: October 25th and December 13th 47

48. COUNSELOR REQUESTS
Common App Secondary School Report, Letters of Recommendation, Supplemental Forms
Request Packet – Available now in Counseling Office
3 weeks notice REQUIRED (not including vacations)
ALL counselor requests DUE Nov 21st, 2014 or earlier
Follow ALL directions and be thorough!
COMPLETED request packet must be given to counselor 3 weeks before letter is due

49. TRANSCRIPTS UC & California State Universities
You do NOT send a transcript with your application. They may request one after receiving your application.
Common App and other private universities
Require a transcript for each school with the application.
Submit a request to Ms. Sanosyan, the registrar, in the counseling office.
$3 each – Includes a transcript with the mid year report, and the final transcript to the school you choose to attend. 49

50. APPLICATION SURVIVAL TIPS
Research degrees, majors and colleges
Determine best post-secondary path for you
Apply broadly- at least 4 or more
Reach schools-1
Match schools-2
Safety schools-1
Compare to Freshmen Admission Profiles
Create a table of requirements & deadlines
Pick an address for professional/college use
Create a resume

51. APPLICATION SURVIVAL TIPS, cont.
Create a file of typical application information
All school transcripts (high schools & college)
New GUSD Policy---Remember to check “my school does NOT rank” when completing applications
Test scores (SAT, ACT)
Personal statements
Resume
Activities, Work experience, Awards, Community Service
Parent annual income, residency/citizenship status
Social security number or Statewide student ID #

52. ONLINE APPLICATIONS Application websites are USER FRIENDLY!
GCC –
PCC –
All California community colleges:
CSU –
UC –
Private schools –
Each has its own app – Check school websites!
Common App -

53. IMPORTANT DATES

54. APPLICATION WORKSHOPS
What: A workshop to help you complete the application! You MUST have started the application to participate. Bring application information with you (see Application Survival Tips on previous slide), along with your questions.
Where: CV Library
When:
CSU App – Tuesday, October 3:10
UC App – Tuesday, November 3:10
Common App – Wednesday, November 3:10 54

55. UPCOMING DATES!!!! College Info Night – October 6th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
CVHS MacDonald Auditorium
GUSD College Career Fair – October 22nd, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Glendale Civic Auditorium
Financial Aid Overview – November 12th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

56. DEADLINES! UC application deadline - November 30th
CAL STATE application deadline - November 30th
PRIVATE Universities - Each is unique; know your deadlines!
SAT & ACT last chance - December 2014 exam
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) application deadline - March 2, 2015
CAL GRANT application deadline - March 2, 2015
CV SCHOLARSHIPS application deadline – February (specific date To Be Determined)

57. Resources
U.S. News & World Report: The Ultimate College Guide
Complete Book of Colleges Princeton Review: reviews 1776 colleges.
Includes admissions scattergrams.
How to transfer from CA community college to CA public university.
Students review individual colleges in all categories including professors.
Free college planning information website.
Remote college visits.
For the complete powerpoint and additional resources check out the counseling section of