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UCLA ’s Early Academic Outreach Program Presents

UCLA ’s Early Academic Outreach Program Presents. “High School College Conference ”. March 8, 2014. Early Academic Outreach Program . EAOP ’ s Goals.

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UCLA ’s Early Academic Outreach Program Presents

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  1. UCLA’s Early Academic Outreach Program Presents “High School College Conference” March 8, 2014

  2. Early Academic Outreach Program EAOP’s Goals Since 1975, EAOP has continuously worked to increase access to higher education for California’s educationally disadvantaged students. We have served as UCLA’s program for college preparedness to middle school and high school students in the greater Los Angeles area. We provide FOUR KEY services: Academic Advising College Knowledge Exam Preparation Academic Enrichment Early Academic Outreach Program

  3. Early Academic Outreach Program Academic Enrichment Programs Math and Science Academy May 10 Academic Prep Boot Camp July 18-20 For 9th-11th grade EAOP students Students build math and science skills while learning about various career opportunities that are available through math and science degrees. For rising 10th/11th grade EAOP students Summer residential program that builds student’s academic foundation through rigorous writing classes and creative hands-on experiences/activities. Parent Ambassador Aug. 9 & 10 College Application Boot Camp June 28-29 For parents Summer residential program where parents are trained by EAOP staff on college prep information. The goal is to have parents become education advocates and provide college information to their community. For rising 12th grade EAOP students An intensive commuter program where students participate in a college application, financial aid application, and personal statement workshop. For more information email: eaop.ucla.parentambassadors@gmail.com Early Academic Outreach Program

  4. Early Academic Outreach Program Our Team Director Debra Pounds Assistant Director Hugo Cristales Assistant Director Maria Wilcox Assistant Director Justyn Patterson Site Coordinators Ernesto Flores Ebreon Farris Maricela Saavedra Cynthia Macias Site Coordinators Britanny Lewis Darlene Neal Site Coordinators Cesar Perez Wendy Quinonez Sajae Davison Bruin Advisors Bruin Advisors Bruin Advisors Early Academic Outreach Program

  5. Early Academic Outreach Program Selecting Students Student Selection Criteria >Demonstrate academic potential >1st generation college student >Family Income >Attending a school with limited college prep curriculum >Reside in a community with low college going rates >Attending a school with below average SAT/ACT exam scores >Teacher/counselor recommendations To stay in EAOP students must: >Maintain at least a 2.4 GPA or in the process of achieving a 2.4 GPA >Attend EAOP meetings at school sites >Attend EAOP events at UCLA >Visit the Site Coordinator at their school on a regular basis Early Academic Outreach Program

  6. Early Academic Outreach Program ACTIVE EAOP students graduate with more college OPTIONS! Based on a 2013 Senior Survey (2,626 EAOP students): • 81% of program participants completed and passed their “A-G” courses • 74% of program participants completed their “A-G” coursed AND registered/took the ACT or SAT exam • 80%of program participants applied, were accepted, AND enrolled in postsecondary institutions upon high school graduation We Train Students to WIN! Early Academic Outreach Program

  7. Early Academic Outreach Program EAOP Parent/Student Responsibilities PARENTS STUDENTS >Attend EAOP events >Frequently visit us at your school’s college office >Take all UC required entrance exams and maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. >Get involved in extra-curricular activities that interest you >Communicate with your high school College Counselor for additional information. >Attend parent meetings >Keep track of student’s extracurricular activities >Communicate with counselor and EAOP on student progress >Encourage child to participate in EAOP programs (ie. Saturday Academies, summer boot camps, and school workshops) Early Academic Outreach Program

  8. WHY GO TO COLLEGE? Degrees Doctorate/Professional Degree 3 yrs+ Masters Degree 2 yrs+ Bachelors Degree 4 yrs Associate Degree 2 yrs High School Diploma 4 yrs Early Academic Outreach Program

  9. WHY GO TO COLLEGE? Attending college is an INVESTMENT. Higher Education is one of the BEST decisions a person can make. Unemployment Rate (%) Earnings Per Year $90,220 Professional 2.1 $84,448 2.5 Doctorate Masters 3.5 $67,600 4.5 Bachelors $55,432 6.2 Associate $40,820 8.3 HS Diploma $33,904 No HS 12.4 $24,492 US Department of Labor Statistics 2012 Early Academic Outreach Program

  10. California Master Plan California Community College (CCC) 100% - cccapply.org California State University (CSU) 33% - calstate.edu University of California (UC) 12.5% - universityofcalifornia.edu Private Colleges & Universities aiccu.edu Early Academic Outreach Program

  11. Pathways to Higher Education OPTION #1 HIGH SCHOOL Early Academic Outreach Program

  12. Pathways to Higher Education OPTION #2 HIGH SCHOOL Early Academic Outreach Program

  13. California Community College 112 schools statewide • Requirements • 18 years or older • If under 18: • High School Diploma or • High School equivalent (GED) 2 year institutions • Degrees/Services • Technical or Vocational Certificates • Associate Degrees (A.A./A.S.) • Transfer to a 4-year university • Concurrent Enrollment Early Academic Outreach Program

  14. California State University 23 schools statewide • Requirements • - High School diploma • - GPA: 2.0  • A-G Requirements • SAT or ACT Exam 4 year institutions • Degrees: • Bachelors (B.A./B.S.) • Masters • Teaching Credentials • Some offer Doctorates through • joint programs with the UCs Admission Notices & Financial Aid Award Letters: As early as January Statement of Intent to Register (SIR): MAY 1st Application: csumentor.edu October 1- November 30th Early Academic Outreach Program

  15. University of California 10 schools statewide 9 campuses opened to undergrads and transfers • Requirements • High School Diploma • GPA: 3.0  • A-G Requirements • SAT or ACT w/writing • Honors & Awards • Extracurricular Activities/Community Service • Personal Statement • 2 Subject Tests (Recommended) 4 year institutions • Degrees: • Bachelors (B.A./B.S.) • Masters • Doctorates/Professional Admission Notices & Financial Aid Award Letters: March/April Application: universityofcalifornia.edu/apply November 1- November 30th Statement of Intent to Register (SIR): MAY 1st Early Academic Outreach Program

  16. Private/Independent • Requirements • High School diploma • GPA: varies 2.5 • A-G Requirements • SAT or ACT and may require • 2 Subject Tests • Most schools have requirements • very similar to that of the UC • system 70+ schools statewide 2 year & 4 year programs • Degrees: • Associate (A.A./A.S.) • Bachelors (B.A./B.S.) • Masters • Doctorates/Professional Application: Commonapp.org, aiccu.edu Admission Notices & Financial Aid Award Letters: Varies Statement of Intent to Register (SIR): MAY 1st Early Academic Outreach Program

  17. “For-Profit” Colleges = Beware DANGERSof “For-Profit” Colleges > Most are NOT accredited colleges/universities > ”Degrees” earned are often worthless to employers > Classes taken at these colleges don’t transfer over to the Four Systems of Higher Education > Students accrue an incredible amount of DEBT!! http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=6838088n Early Academic Outreach Program

  18. Eligibility Requirements A-G Requirements A History/Social Science 2 years Language Other Than English 2 years+ E English 4 years B F Visual/Performing Art 1 year Mathematics 3 years+ C G College Prep Elective 1 year D Laboratory Science 2 years+ Early Academic Outreach Program

  19. Eligibility Requirements High School Courses High School Courses Any identified H/AP/CL courses taken between 10th-12th grade receive 1+ GPA point when passed with a grade of“C”↑ Advanced Placement (AP) College Level (CL) AP/CL Honors (HL) HL Regular Regular Early Academic Outreach Program

  20. Eligibility Requirements College Prep Grade Point Average (GPA) GPA is determined by grades earned in A-G classes taken in the last 3 years of high school (10th-12th grade): 9 SS 10 SS 11 SS 12 College Prep GPA ONLY courses which fall under the A-G requirements are taken into consideration by colleges and universities when calculating the GPA. Some High School Graduation Requirements are NOT considered A-G courses such as: > Physical Education > Health > Computer/Typing > Woodshop > Service > Leadership Early Academic Outreach Program

  21. Eligibility Requirements Calculate GPA GradeA B C D F Regular 4 3 2 1 0 H/AP/CL 5 4 3 1 0 Example #1 Class Grade English A= 4 Geometry B= 3 Biology D= 1 Drawing A= 4 World History C=2 PE A=4 Total:: 14/5 classes GPA: 2.8 Example #2 Class Grade AP English A= 5 Geometry B= 3 AP Biology D= 1 Drawing A= 4 AP World History C=3 PE A=4 Total: 16/5 classes GPA: 3.2 Early Academic Outreach Program

  22. Eligibility Requirements Entrance Exams FEE Waiver: 2 FREE SAT Exam, 2 FREE ACT Exams, & 2 FREE Subject Tests Early Academic Outreach Program

  23. Eligibility Requirements Personal Achievements “Well Rounded Student”: universities want students who are active and successful both inside and outside the classroom! Honors/Awards: • Essay , Speech, or Art contest • Sports/Recreation recognitions (MVP, Captain, championship, etc) • Academic recognitions (Science Fair, honor roll, etc) • Exam Scholarship recognition (PSAT/STAR/AP) Extracurricular Activities/Community Service: • Clubs, Sport, organizations • Volunteering • Tutor • Internships • Musical theater or artistic performances • Participation in summer programs (COSMOS, EAOP, CYLP, etc.) Leadership and Initiative: • Length of involvement in Extracurricular Activities/Community Service • Progression of leadership role in clubs/organizations • Leadership roles- team captain, editor newspaper/yearbook, leadership presidents, etc • Work experience Early Academic Outreach Program

  24. HOW DO I PAY FOR COLLEGE?

  25. Financial Aid Cost of Attendance (COA) COST OF ATTENDANCE INCLUDES: > Tuition > Room and Board > Housing >Transportation > Health Insurance > Personal Expenses COA varies across institutions of Higher Education: *Prices subject to change *Tuition/Fees *COA Community College $1,218 $11, 721 Cal State University $7,002 $23, 222 University of California $12,692 $32,415 Private Colleges/Universities $45,602$62,245 Early Academic Outreach Program

  26. Financial Aid Financial Need/Financial Aid How to determine Financial Need: Cost of Attendance (COA)–Expected Family Contribution (EFC) =Financial Need (Financial Aid eligibility) Types of Financial Aid a student may be eligible for : >Grants >Scholarships >Work-study >Loans Early Academic Outreach Program

  27. GRANTS FREE money from the university and/or the state and federal government There are many different types of grants. These are the most common: • Federal Grants • Pell Grant: • $400-$5,645 X 5 years • Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): • $100-$400 • Federal Teach Grant: • $4,000/year State Grants • Cal Grant A: min 3.0 GPA and financial need max $12,192 X 4 years • Cal Grant B: min 2.0 GPA and financial need max $1,473 (1st year) and $1,473 + Tuition X 3 years • Cal Grant C: based on financial need max $3,009 Early Academic Outreach Program

  28. SCHOLARSHIPS FREE money from organizations/companies, individuals, & university There are all types of scholarships with different eligibility requirements. Most scholarhsips are based on the following: • GPA • Talents and abilities • Academic/Career Interests • Extracurricular Activities • Community Service WARNING be careful with fraudulant scholarships! As a general rule: If you must pay to get free money, it may be a scam! “Free Seminars” “Guaranteed Winnings” Warning Signs: Ask for Credit Cards/checks 1-900 numbers Early Academic Outreach Program

  29. WORK-STUDY Part time job. Amount granted depends on financial need • Most jobs are on campus • Flexible work hours • Granted up to $5,000 • Salary is subsidized by the government • Easier to find a job Early Academic Outreach Program

  30. LOANS Money borrowed and must be paid back with interest. • Subsidized Stafford Loan: no interest or monthly payments until 6 months after graduation • Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: interest begins to accumulate when loan is dispersed. Monthly payments begin after graduation. • PLUS Loans: Loans for parents to help pay for their child’s college education. • Private Loans : Private loans have higher and variable interest rates. They have no grace period and no opportunity to have loans pardoned. Early Academic Outreach Program

  31. Financial Aid Applications Early Academic Outreach Program

  32. AB-540 Students AB-540 students qualify for in-state tuition if they: • Have attended a CA high school for at least 3 years (6 semesters) • Graduate with a Diploma or GED • Enroll in a college • Submit AB-540 Affidavit with college Difference in Tuition Cost: California Community College $1,218 (in state) $4,940 (out of state) California State University (CSU) $7,002 (in state) $ 15,263(out of state) University of California (UC) $12,692 (in state) $ 35,570 (out of state) Early Academic Outreach Program

  33. AB-540 Students AB-130 AB-131 Signed into law July 25, 2011, authorizes AB540 students to apply to privately funded scholarships given out by a California public college/university.Effective January 1, 2012 REQUIREMENTS : • Be classified as AB-540 • Meet scholarship requirements Signed into law October 8, 2011, authorizes AB540 students to apply for Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver and Cal Grants Effective January 1, 2013 REQUIREMENTS : • Be classified as AB540 2. GPA and income requirements as decided by the California Aid Commission Early Academic Outreach Program

  34. AB-540 Students Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) On June 15, 2012, President Obama announced that undocumented immigrants who entered the US before the age of 16 may be eligible for “Deferred Action”. If granted, they will NOT be deported and qualify for a work permit renewable every 2 years. To be eligible you must show that you: >Have not been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, or 3 misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety >Were physically present in the US on June 15, 2012, & at the time of making your request for consideration of deferred action with USCIS >Are currently in school, have your HS Diploma or GED or you are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the US >Came to the US before the age of 16 >Have continuously resided in the US since June 15,2007-Present >Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012 >Entered w/o inspection before June 15, 2012 or lawful immigration status expired as of June 15, 2012 For more information please visit lacashforcollege.org/resources.htmlunder Dream Act Update Early Academic Outreach Program

  35. AB-540 Students AB-540 Financial Aid Strategies • SCHOLARSHIPS! • Save money by living at home • Find sponsors • Concurrent Enrollment • Speak with a financial aid officer Early Academic Outreach Program

  36. Questions?

  37. THANK YOU! Please visit our website for more information: www.eaop.ucla.edu

  38. Campus Activities 2:15-3:15pm Campus Tour (meet at the BEAR) Put on your walking shoes and explore the UCLA campus with your very own Bruin Advisor tour guide! Our Bruin Advisors will guide you through the Murphy Sculpture Garden, take you to see the famous Janss Steps, the Inverted Fountain (aka Toilet Bowl), and tell you about our legends/superstitions! 2:15-3:15pm Student Panel (Meet in front of Kerckhoff Hall) Learn what it’s like to be a college student! Our undergraduates will be opening up about college life, financial aid, living on campus, their road to college, their future plans, and much more!

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