SENIOR COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT September 19, 2017

What you need to know about the 4 Year College Admission Process Admission Requirements Admissions Tests Application Process Important Dates Tips Resources

College/University Options Cal State University University of California CA Community Colleges Private Universities

CSU’s and UC’s UC’s 10 Universities Bachelor’s, Master’s & Doctorate Theory and research instruction GPA 3.0 Average cost of tuition and fees: $13,900/year CSU’s 23 Universities Bachelor’s and Master’s Hands on learning GPA 2.0 Average costs of tuition and fees:$5,742/year

23 Cal State Campuses It is important to note that just because Cal Poly SLO is known for engineering does not mean it is the ONLY CSU that offers it as a major – many, if not all, CSUs offer this as a major and you should not limit yourself to applying only to the schools you know of or have heard of…there are 23 campuses to choose from – visit their websites, see what they’re about and see if you envision yourself there. http://em.csuchico.edu/admissions/tours.aspx#

Universities of California (UC’s) 10 Campuses UC Berkeley UC Davis UC Irvine UC Los Angeles UC Merced UC Riverside UC San Diego UC San Francisco UC Santa Barbara UC Santa Cruz

“A-G” Minimum Course Requirements for UC/CSU -must earn a C or better in each college prep class- Area Courses UC/CSU Minimum Requirements Recommendation A HISTORY: Economics/Government World History US History 2 years B ENGLISH 4 years C* MATHEMATICS: Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 more 3 years D LABORATORY SCIENCE: Physical Science Life Science 3 years (2 years of biology, chemistry, and physical science) Taken in the 10th, 11th or 12th grade E FOREIGN LANGUAGE F VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS 1 year G ELECTIVE

Private Colleges & Universities Over 77 Private Universities in Ca. Wide range of specialties & program offerings Bachelors, Masters, & Doctorate Degrees. Cost of Tuition & Fees vary Most use the Common Application or Admissions. www.commonapp.org Private colleges include universities like Stanford and USC and also schools like ITT tech, Devry, and other similar colleges that have a specialty that they focus on.

The Common Application: For MOST Private Colleges

Which tests do schools require? SAT All UC’s and CSU’s will accept the SAT or the ACT UC’s will require the writing portion of the SAT and ACT

When should I take the test? Next Test Dates SAT-Oct 7, Nov 5, Dec 2* ACT- Oct 28, Dec 9* *Most Colleges and Universities will accept a December test date

College Board Website https://sat.collegeboard.org/home SAT (with essay)- $45 SAT (no essay)-$57 SAT Subject- $26 (Plus $20 - $26 per subject) Fee Waivers are available! See Fatima Gonzalez in the College & Career Center

ACT Website http://www.actstudent.org/ ACT (with Writing)- $58.50 ACT (no Writing)-$42.50 Fee Waivers are available! See Fatima Gonzalez in the College & Career Center

How Should I prepare? Testing Websites Study Guides Test Prep Workshops

Applying for Admission- Important Dates CSU/UC Application Window October 1s -November 30th Private/Out of State colleges: Dates vary - refer to college website The online application will be available by mid-October

Fee waivers available if you qualify! CSU Mentor Website: Applying for Fall 2018 www2.calstate.edu CSU Application $55/campus Fee waivers available if you qualify!

UC Application UC Application $70/campus Fee waivers available if you qualify!

The UC personal Insight Questions 2018 freshman must respond to 4 of 8 Questions Describe an example of your leadership experience in which you have positively influenced others, helped resolve disputes, or contributed to group efforts over time. Every person has a creative side, and it can be expressed in many ways: problem solving, original and innovative thinking, and artistically, to name a few. Describe how you express your creative side. What would you say is your greatest talent or skill? How have you developed and demonstrated that talent over time? Describe how you have taken advantage of a significant educational opportunity or worked to overcome an educational barrier you have faced. Describe the most significant challenge you have faced and the steps you have taken to overcome this challenge. How has this challenge affected your academic achievement? Think about an academic subject that inspires you. Describe how you have furthered this interest inside and/or outside of the classroom. What have you done to make your school or community a better place? What do you believe makes you stand out as a strong candidate for admissions to the University of California? Word Count: Maximum of 350 words per response These essay help the UC system get a broader view of the student. The essay gives the student an opportunity to share information about them that the university might not know based on their grades and test scores.

How many colleges should I apply to? Select your top 3 Universities Select a “Dream School” Select a University you have no doubt you will get into Select a University close to home (just in case) Apply to a minimum of 5 Universities

When Filling out Your Application Read instructions thoroughly Have a copy of your transcript Know your SAT/ACT scores Know your social security number Know your parents personal information and income Have someone review your application Type your personal statement in a word document before as a first draft. Check the word count.

DACA Recipients Please be aware, that the phasing out of DACA does not in any way affect your eligibility to apply for colleges or universities. Students in California that have attended at least 3 years to a public school, are eligible to receive financial assistance through the DREAM Act.

The College Countdown Sept/October: Select the school you will apply to Take SAT/ACT Work on personal statement October/November: Apply to Colleges Send SAT/ACT scores Request letters of recommendation October - February Complete the FAFSA/Dream Act Apply for scholarships March-May: Admissions decisions emailed Additional/updated info requested if needed Notification of financial aid by college May 1: Deposit due, statement of intent to register, request official transcripts. Summer: Sign up for Freshman Orientation, pre-registration

Why apply to Allan Hancock College? Cost of tuition $46/unit Need more time to explore options Did not get into school/s of choice Not ready to move away Safety net A better fit for current situation

The Allan Hancock College Promise Recent high school graduates have the opportunity to get their first year tuition free at Allan Hancock College! Requirements to qualify Enroll at Hancock directly after graduation high school within the district Complete Financial Aid Applications Register for a minimum of 12 units Maintain a 2.0 GPA Complete a math and English course during the first year

Mandy McDonald, Career Center Specialist PVHS Career Center Mandy McDonald, Career Center Specialist (805) 922-1305 Ext. 5121 Brag Sheet/Academic Resume College & Career Day Military Information Scholarships College & Career Research Tools

Upcoming Important Dates Financial Aid Information Night: September 27th College/Financial Aid Application Workshop: Every Tuesday/Thursday in October & November Cash for College (FAFSA/DREAM Act workshop): October 4th, December 5th, February 27th AHC Information Night: February 15th