COLLEGE KNOWLEDGE: A General Overview Presented by Michael Ybarra School Counselor libertyunion.schoolwires.net

Subject Requirements 15 plus classes with C grade or better A. Social Science (2 years) –World History, US History B. English (4 years) C. Math (3-4 years) –Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-calc., Calc., Stats D. Science (2-4 years) –Biology, Chemistry; Physics, AP Bio., A&P

Subject Requirements (Cont.) 15 plus classes with C grade or better E. Language Other Than English (2-4 years of same language) –Spanish, French, ASL F. Visual or Performing Art (1 year) –Beginning Art, Ceramics, Theatre Arts, 3D Design, etc. G. College Prep Elective (1 year) –Earth Science, Psychology, Forensic Science, Child Development, etc.

Entrance Exams SAT Reasoning –Take junior (spring) and senior (fall) Years –Subject tests for certain universities ACT –junior and senior year Practice Tests –PSAT (fall of Junior year) competition for Merit Scholar –PLAN (sophomore year) interest inventory –Mock tests *see handout*

Public Universities California State University –Top 33% –23 campuses –A-G coursework –SAT or ACT –GPA (eligibility index) –Apply Oct.- Nov. of senior year –Our territory campuses- East Bay and SF

Public Universities (cont.) University of California –Top 12.5 % –9 campuses (undergraduate) –A-G coursework –SAT or ACT + –GPA (3.0 plus) –Comprehensive Review 14 characteristics Personal Statement Strong senior year

Private and Out of State Universities Follow A-G coursework Take SAT and/or ACT Cost varies Can be more flexible Visit campuses and websites for details

Community College 110 campuses statewide Takes 100% General Education and Transfer to Univ. Associate of Arts or Science Degree Technical Certificates and training

Adding Value To Your Application Advanced Placement courses Community College courses –Can earn college credit –Exposed to rigor Extra-curricular Activities (depth) –Athletics –Clubs –Student leadership –Theatre, Choir –Community service

Funding A College Education Grants –Federal and State (do not repay) Loans –Repay after graduation Scholarships (need, merit) –Private –Local –University you plan to attend –Research and effort Savings –Parents, family, self Work Complete the FAFSA no matter what! AB 540: in-state tuition for undocumented students; scholarships from Univ. Watch out for scams –Do not pay $ to get $

Websites and Resources csumentor.edu universityofcalifornia.edu californiacolleges.edu collegeboard.org act.org fafsa.gov fastweb.com Talk to people you know went to college –School staff, former students, family, friends College/Career Center Visit campuses

Important Dates October 1- November 30: apply to CSU Nov : apply to UC (appl. Opens Oct.1) Oct.-Jan.: apply for scholarships at the university you plan to attend Jan- March 2 nd : complete the FAFSA (free application federal student aid) Dec.- Jan.: apply for local scholarships Fall: attend LUHSD college fair January: Financial Aid Night

College Knowledge- Summary A-G Subject Requirements Entrance Exams Public University Systems Private/Out of State Universities Adding Value To Your Application Funding A College Education Websites and Resources Important Dates