Parent Education Day 2011

1. Parent Education Day 2011 Welcome Parents Please make sure to sign in

2. Higher Education Systems • Community College • California State University • University of California • Independent/Private

3. Community College • 110 Colleges Statewide • Rio Hondo, Cerritos, Fullerton, Cypress, etc. • Two year colleges – AA/AS & Vocational certificates • 18 yrs old, high school grad or pass the Cal. H.S. Prof. Exam • English & Math Placement Test

4. University of California & Cal.State University A – G Requirements A. History/Social Science – 2 Years Required B. English – 4 Years Required C. Mathematics – 3 Years Required, 4 Years Recommended (Math beyond Algebra 1) No Grade Lower Than “C” D. Laboratory Science – 2 Years Required, 3 Years Recommended E. Language other than English – 2 Years Required, 3 Years Recommended F. Fine Arts – 1 Year Required (College Prep) G. Electives – 1 Year Required (Visual/Performing Arts, History, English, Adv.Math, Lab Sci., Lang. other than English)

5. California State University • 23 Campuses Statewide • Fullerton, Long Beach, San Diego, L.A., etc. • Four year colleges – Various Majors & Programs, BA/BS, MA/MS, Educational Credential Programs • A-G Requirements – No Grade Low Than a “C” - Minimum GPA = 2.00 • SAT Reasoning or ACT Required • Application Filing Period – Oct. 1 – Nov. 30 • Application Fee $55.00

6. Colleges with Higher Standards Because of the number of students who apply, a few campuses have higher standards (supplementary admission criteria) for all applicants. These include: *Cal State Fullerton *Cal State Long Beach *San Diego State University *Cal Poly Pomona *Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

7. California State University Campuses

8. University of California • 10 Campuses Statewide • UCLA, UCI, UCB, UCSB, UCSD, etc. • Four year colleges – Various Majors & Programs, BA/BS, MA/MS, Doctoral & Professional (Medical & Law school) • A-G Requirements – No Grade Low Than a “C”- Minimum GPA = 3.00 • SAT Reasoning or ACT w/writing & SAT Subject test recommended • App Filing Period Nov. 1 – 30 (App avail. Oct 1st) Fee=$70

9. University of California (UC) Campuses

10. Independent/Private • 77 Campuses Statewide • USC, Pepperdine, La Verne, Claremont, etc. • 2 & 4 year colleges – Various Majors & Programs, Technical, Art, Culinary Schools, BA/BS, MA/MS, Doctoral & Professional (Medical & Law school) • Wide Variety of Entrance Requirements • Entrance Exam (SAT/ACT) Vary – Check Each Individual School for Requirements

11. PSAT/NMSQT • Recommended – Sophomores/Juniors • Critical Reading • Mathematic Skills • Writing Skills • October 12, 2011 • Cost approximately $20.00

12. SAT • SAT Reasoning Tests • Critical Reading, Math & Writing • (Each test scored on a 200 – 800 Scale) • SAT Subject Tests • English, Social Studies, Math, Science, and Languages (200 – 800)

13. ACT • The multiple-choice tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. • The Writing Test, which is optional (but recommended) measures skill in planning and writing a short essay. • Composite Scores range from 1 - 36

14. What’s the Difference? ACT SAT

15. SAT & ACT Dates • ACT or SAT Spring of Junior Year and then again in the fall of your Senior Year • Plan to take the PSAT in October of your Sophomore & Junior Year • See Miss Corona In College Center

16. What’s the Formula to getting admitted to the competitive colleges? Unfortunately there is NO set formula College’s Needs Change from Year to Year

17. College Admissions Criteria • The pattern (# of yrs. in subject) and level (College prep, honors and/or AP) of academic courses. How Rigorous is the course of study! 2. Classroom Performance (GRADE POINT AVERAGE) 3. Academic Potential – Admission Tests (ACT or SAT) 4. Other considerations – references, activities, volunteer service, and/or class rank.

19. UC Admission Stats

20. UC & CSU Placement Tests University of California • Analytical Writing Placement Exam California State University • English Placement Test (EPT) • Entry Level Math (ELM) • Early Assessment Program (EAP)

21. CSU & UC Cost

22. Private Universities

23. Financial Aid • Grants • Scholarships • Work Study • Loans

24. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • Information on FAFSA helps determine eligibility for federal and state financial aid • Applications submitted on or after Jan. 1st • For Cal Grants, FAFSA needs to be submitted by March 2nd • Attending college must have a FAFSA on file for any financial aid (including scholarships) • Private schools may require an additional financial aid profile – check with individual colleges for due dates.

25. Grants • Money that does not have to be repaid • Usually based on financial need • Cal Grant – State Grant Program: Based on GPA, financial need, and other criteria – GPA Verification form due March 2nd • Pell Grants – Federal Grant Program: Based on financial need

26. Scholarships • Usually free money based on merit – good grades, high test scores, athletics, musical ability, community service and sometimes financial need • Private National, Private Local, Institution • SFHS College Center Publishes a list of available scholarships on an on-going basis

27. Work Study & Loans • Work Study - Both Federal & College funded = students who qualify are assisted in finding a job on or off campus to help pay for college. • Loans – Money students borrow that must be repaid with interest.

28. Step 1: Know Yourself • Take an Interest Inventory • Identify career interests • Identify potential majors • Identify personality traits • Think about your likes & dislikes • Playing a sport? • Going to the beach? • Knowing yourself can help you figure out what to look for in your college choices.

29. Step 2: Determine the Details • Thoughts to consider: • Would you prefer a large student population or a smaller one? • Would you prefer to commute or move away from home? • Would you prefer a climate that is warm, moderate, or seasonal? • Is it important to you that your college be ethnically and socio-economically diverse? • Whether you are moving away from home or not, remember that you will be spending 4 or more years of your life in this new place. • Develop a list of qualities that your potential college should have. • Study abroad • Athletics • Extracurricular activities • Campus life • Location

30. Step 3: Do Your Research 4,352 College/Universities to research! Narrow down colleges/universities that have what you want. Research your final remaining choices and find the right one for you! • Useful websites • www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator • A U.S. Department of Education college-search site • www.collegeview.com • Combines college-search with interactive presentations • www.petersons.com • Comprehensive website of colleges and universities around the world • www.colleges.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-colleges • Trusted ranking for the best college and universities in America • www.campustours.com • Provides links to several college and university virtual tours, interactive campus maps, and much more. • Important resources • College Fairs • Virtual tours • Internet • Alumni • The Fiske Guide • College visitations • College/Career Center • SFHS Staff

31. College Center Resources College Information College Visitations and Catalogs College Applications CSU & UC Application Workshops College Test Registration Materials SAT Reasoning, SAT Subject, ACT, PSAT Scholarship & Financial Aid Information Scholarship Bulletins Financial Aid Applications & Workshops

32. Useful Websites • www.act.org • www.collegeboard.com • www.ucop.edu/pathways • www.csumentor.edu • www.aiccu.ed • www.californiacolleges.edu • www.cappex.com • www.ed.gov/finaid.html • www.fafsa.ed.gov • www.csac.ca.gov • www.edwise.org • www.fastweb.com

33. Build a • College Organizer Box

34. Build a College Organizer Box

35. You’re On Your Way! • Get organized NOW • Monitor your student’s grades • Plan & prepare to meet ALL deadlines • No “Senioritis” Allowed

36. Thank You!! • Please make sure you have signed in • Reminder…this presentation is available on the school website under the Parent Ed Day link