1. TPHS JUNIOR PARENT NIGHT
MAY 6, 2015

2. TONIGHT’S PRESENTATION:
TPHS graduation requirements
UC/CSU A-G requirements
TPHS College & Career Center
Discuss Post-High School Options
SAT and ACT test dates
Letters of recommendation
NAVIANCE
Prospective College Athlete Information
Tips for College Applications and Selection

3. TPHS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS/ UC & CSU ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

4. *See your counselor for specific information*
“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 campus…
HOWEVER…there are exceptions…
-Math
-World Languages
*See your counselor for specific information*

5. TPHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
Access to computers to use NAVIANCE program
College resources & materials
College Admission Testing resources & materials
Financial Aid/Scholarship information
Career related information
Military resources
Summer programs and travel abroad programs
Host college visits from over 100 College and University representatives primarily during the fall semester
Special programming events (Such as NAVIANCE Parent Training)
Funded by TPHS Foundation!

6. COLLEGE VISITS IN THE CCC…
Get an insider’s view of the college and a flavor of the school
Chance for the representative to “put a face with a name”
Often the college representative is the reader for our region
Representatives offer insight into the application process
A chance for students to ask direct questions to representative
College representatives often give students their contact information and offer assistance during the application process
Demonstrate interest!

7. POST-HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS
In Between or Growth (Gap) Year
Applied Technical Schools
Military
Community College or 2 year College
4 year College/University

8. IN-BETWEEN YEAR OR GROWTH (GAP) YEAR
Allows student to grow and mature and recover from burnout.
Options include established programs for personal growth, travel, service (City Year), internships in National Parks and 13th year programs for students who want to improve their grades and study a bit before college.
East Coast Prep schools are a common option.
Check with individual colleges to learn about their GAP year protocol.

9. APPLIED TECHNICAL SCHOOLS
Often referred to as vocational schools.
They offer specific training, usually in shorter periods of time than traditional community colleges or Universities.
These schools usually cost more than Community Colleges and the credits earned at them may or may not be transferable to four-year schools.
Local Examples: DeVry Institute, Bryman College, Media Tech Institute, Culinary Institute, UEI, Paul Mitchell, The School.

10. MILITARY The military is an option for all high school graduates.
Eighteen year old boys are required to register with the selective service. They must register in order to be eligible for federal financial aid for college.
Information and applications for Military contact and ROTC scholarships are available in the College and Career Center.

11. COMMUNITY COLLEGE/ 2 YEAR COLLEGE
At a 2 year college, students can receive an Associate degree, pursue an applied career path, or choose to transfer to a 4 year University.
TAG Program Option
Some California CC’s offer off campus housing; refer to NAVIANCE for a complete list.
123 California Community Colleges.
Ambassadors from Mira Costa CC are on our campus each week to meet with students in the College & Career Center.

12. REASONS TO CONSIDER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
You are short on college funds.
You are not sure about college.
You are not sure what kind of program you want to pursue.
Your GPA is not so great and you want to build your skills before transferring.
You’d like a career-oriented degree, such as a fashion-design or computer-certification program.
You work, or have commitments, and need a flexible schedule.

13. 4 YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY
California State University (CSU)
University of California (UC)
Out of State Colleges/Universities
Private Colleges/Universities

14. CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU)
23 campuses
Service Area: CSU San Marcos
Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements
Apply
Students are evaluated through eligibility index:
SAT (V&M) + (800 x GPA*) = 2900 or above
(10 x composite ACT score) + (200 x GPA*) = 694 or above
* GPA

15. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (UC)
9 campuses
Visit: pathways.ucop.edu/doorways/list for a complete list of Torrey Pines High School UC approved courses
Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements
Apply
Application determined by comprehensive review or holistic review process
CSIS ID # = State ID # (on student transcript)

16. OUT OF STATE & PRIVATE COLLEGES
Admission requirements vary by institution
Often use “committee” type admission process
Students should check with individual campuses to determine admission requirements & deadlines
Many campuses use the Common Application (Visit
Letters of Recommendation may be required

17. WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING FOR THE “RIGHT” COLLEGE MATCH
1. Start with who you are and why you are going.
2. Size matters: Your college does not have to be bigger than your high school.
3. A name-brand college will not guarantee your success.
4. You don't need to pick a major to pick a college.
5. You don't have to go to college right away, and it's never too late.
6. There is a college for EVERYONE!
7. Look for schools that match your strengths and learning style.
8. Know yourself…Identify the priorities for you and your family.
*Source: NPR, Martha O’Connell

18. SAT/ACT TEST INFORMATION
University of California:
Require SAT reasoning or ACT w/ writing
SAT subject exams optional (highly recommended for college of engineering applicants (Math Level 2 and Science)
CSU:
Require SAT or ACT w/ writing
Private Schools:
Refer to school websites, some allow ACT exam to replace subject test requirements.
* Check specific program testing requirements- as some majors require certain subject tests

19. UPCOMING SAT AND ACT TESTS DATES
Spring: June 6th
Fall: October 3rd, November 7th December 5th*
Register at:
ACT:
Spring: June 13th
Fall: September 12th , October 24th, December 12th*
Register at:
*Check with individual colleges to determine if they will accept December test date.

20. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Required by many colleges on Common Application (check for individual college requirements).
Recommend 10th or 11th grade teacher of an academic subject for letters of recommendation.
Students should ask teachers and counselors well in advance (at least 2 weeks) for a letter of recommendation, and thank them after.
Letters to common application colleges are generally submitted through NAVIANCE by teachers and counselors.
Student and parent must sign a FERPA waiver before a teacher or counselor writes and submits letter of recommendation.
Brag packets for teachers and counselors are available on NAVIANCE (student account only) in the “about me” section

21. COUNSELOR LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION DEADLINES
For Early Admissions:
October 1st 2015
The deadline to request a LOR and submit student’s brag packet for all colleges/scholarships with an application deadline that is Dec. 1st 2015 or before.
For Regular Admissions:
October 30th 2015
The deadline to request a LOR and submit student’s brag packet for all colleges/scholarships with an application deadline that is Dec. 2nd 2015 or after.

22. NAVIANCE College Search database
Program allows student to form a personalized college list
Personality Profile
Sign up for College visits
Build resume
Advertise important TPHS events
Counselors and Teachers send materials (recommendations, transcript, etc.) to Common App colleges through NAVIANCE
Parents also have access to the program
Remember to utilize an active address with an appropriate user name
All Students and parents are highly encouraged to register
(Account access: students- “Student ID”, parents- “student id#p”)

23. DEVELOPING A COLLEGE LIST

24. WHAT IS A… SAFETY? LIKELY? REACH?
Student far exceeds college admission average GPA, and test scores.
Student is interested in attending school.
Likely
Student has the average college admission GPA and test scores.
Reach
Student is below the average college admission GPA and test scores.

25. NAVIANCE: SCATTER GRAMS

26. PROSPECTIVE COLLEGE ATHLETES
NCAA Eligibility Center
Students need to register online by end of Junior year at:
2. Ensure students are meeting the NCAA course requirements.
Student athletes may no longer enroll in BYU Online courses in order to meet NCAA Division I core course requirements.
ISOL classes are not NCAA approved.
3. Students need to bring signed FERPA form, found on NAVIANCE, and stamped & addressed envelope to TPHS Registrar.

27. THANK YOU!
Please visit our TPHS Counseling Website for updated information:
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Register your parent account on NAVIANCE for information and reminders: