…or how can I survive my child’s Senior year!

Hamilton High (951)  Jason Sonnier- School Counselor  Dave Farkas - Principal  Daniel Betts – Assistant Principal

 $109,600 Professional Degree  $89,400 Doctoral Degree  $62,300 Master's Degree  $52,200 Bachelor's Degree  $38,200 Associate’s College  $36,800 Some College  $30,400 High School Graduate  $23,400 Some High School Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Surveys

 9.0% Average-all workers  12.1% for California  Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2010 Population Survey  2.4% Professional Degree  1.9% Doctoral Degree  3.9% Master's Degree  5.4% Bachelor's Degree  7.0% Associate’s Degree  9.2% Some College  10.3% High School Graduate  14.9% Some High Schoo l

 9 University of CA campuses  23 Cal State University campuses  75 Private/Independent Colleges  110 California Community Colleges

 a - History / Social Science - 2 years required  b - English - 4 years required  c - Mathematics - 3 years required, 4 years recommended  d - Laboratory Science - 2 years required, 3 years recommended  e - Language Other than English - 2 years required, 3 years recommended  f - Visual & Performing Arts - 1 year required  g - Electives - 1 year required

 Applications on-line  a.edu/apply a.edu/apply  Filing Period: November 1 – 30  Requires ESSAY  SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing  Could require TWO SAT Subject Tests; determines major and University  Berkeley, Davis, Irvine, Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz  $60 fee per campus  Admission based on selectivity  Comprehensive Review

 Cal Maritime  Cal Poly Pomona  Cal Poly San Luis Obispo  CSU Bakersfield  CSU Channel Islands  CSU Chico  CSU Dominguez Hills  CSU East Bay  CSU Fresno  CSU Long Beach  CSU Los Angeles  CSU Monterey Bay  CSU Northridge  CSU Sacramento  CSU San Bernardino  CSU San Marcos  CSU Stanislaus  Humboldt State University  Sacramento State University  San Diego State University  San Francisco State University  San Jose State University  Sonoma State University

 Applications on-line  Filing period: October 1-November 30  SAT Reasoning or ACT WITHOUT writing  2.0 Minimum GPA for A-G  Writing score not used in eligibility determination  NO Essay NO Subject Tests  $ 55/campus  16 Impacted Campuses  Eligibility Index ◦ SAT (scores in math and critical reading) + (800 x GPA) ◦ ACT (Your GPA ) x (10 x ACT Comp)

 Azusa Pacific University  California Institute of Technology  California Lutheran University  Chapman University  Dominican University  Fresno Pacific University  Loyola Marymount University  Occidental College  Pepperdine University  Santa Clara University  Stanford University  University of La Verne  University of Redlands  University of San Diego  University of Southern California  University of the Pacific  Westmont College  Whittier College  Woodbury University

 May apply on-line through school’s website  Students can request these applications at (345 colleges)  Deadlines and Fees vary  Entrance Requirements vary  Usual requirement: SAT’s or ACT test scores Essay Resume of Extracurricular Activities Letters of Rec. ( Counselor / Teacher Transcripts

 Mt. San Jacinto Community College  College of the Desert  Palomar College  Riverside Community College  San Bernardino Valley College  Crafton Hills College

 18 years of age or High School Graduate  No SAT/ACT required  Placement Tests  Priority transfer to UC’s and CSU’s  Honors Transfer Program  Transfer Admission Guarantee (UC’s)  MAKE A PLAN!!

SAT  Time: 3 hours, 45 minutes  Subjects Covered: Critical Reading, Math, Writing (includes the Essay)  Science: not included  Math: accounts for 1/3 of overall score. Topics Covered: Arithmetic, geometry, algebra, and algebra II  Scoring: Total score out of ACT  Time: 3 hours, 25 minutes  Subjects Covered: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing (optional)  Science: (analysis, interpretation, evaluation, basic content, and problem solving)  Math: accounts for 1/4 of overall score. Topics Covered: Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry  Scoring: Total composite score of 1-36

 What to consider ◦ Size and diversity of student body ◦ Location ◦ Academic programs (majors) ◦ Campus life – athletics, activities, housing ◦ Graduation and retention rates ◦ Cost, Financial aid and scholarship opportunities  Visit Campuses ◦ Take a campus tour ◦ Speak with an admissions counselor ◦ Ask about financial aid opportunities ◦ Sit in on a class of interest ◦ Read the student newspaper ◦ Talk to students and faculty ◦ Tour the student housing

 Total Cost of College  Expected Family Contribution (EFC)  January 1-March 2 - application period  Forms: FAFSA (federal) Cal Grant (State – District sends) CSS Profile (individual private schools)

 One parent + student needs PIN number for electronic signature (  Application on line at  Required by ALL schools to apply for aid, Pell Grants, Cal Grants, Stafford loans, Work Study and Board of Governor’s Waiver-Community College  Determines family’s Expected Family Contribution (EFC).  Considers income of the CUSTODIAL parent only.

 California grants based on need and GPA  Students complete application and obtain GPA and seal from Counseling Office  Linked to Social Security Numbers submitted through FAFSA form.  March 2 deadline

    Scholarship information at future University  Hamilton local scholarships

 May 1 – State of Intent to register (SIR) ◦ Provide deposit ◦ No double deposits!! One school ONLY!  Housing – may need to apply early  Wait List

 Review class schedules with high school counselor to ensure that college preparatory requirements are being satisfied.  Early September: Register for the SAT or ACT. The high school counselor will have forms and information about fee waivers for those who qualify. or  October: Begin the application process on line.  Visit colleges and universities, open houses, check websites and/or college fairs.  November 1-30th: apply to colleges. Some campuses may continue to accept application after November 30 th.  January: complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. It provides financial aid opportunities and eligibility information and can calculate an estimated financial aid package.  Frequently check with high school counselor for scholarships awarded by schools, local companies, and community groups. Search for this information in the counselor’s office and Internet.  March and April: If required, take the English Placement Test (EPT) and Entry Level Math (ELM) exam at a CSU campus. A passing score in EPT or ELM is required.  June: have your final transcripts sent to your college.  July: Notify the financial aid office of your college about any scholarships you’ve been offered.

 Education is an investment!  Senior year DOES COUNT!!  All acceptances are PROVISIONAL dependent upon final semester grades  Apply to a realistic number of schools (3-6)

Any questions??