Senior College
Parent Night
November 3, 2014
Calipatria High School
Counseling Department
Agenda
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A-G Requirements
College Choice Factors
The University of California System (UC)
The California State University System (CSU)
California Private Colleges and Universities
Out of State Colleges/Universities
Community Colleges
I.V.U.P.
Tuition
WUE
Scholarships
Financial Aid (FAFSA)
College Websites
A-G Requirements
The "a-g" requirements can be summarized as follows:
• (a) History / Social Science – Two years, including
one year of world history, cultures, and historical
geography and one year of us history or one-half
year of us history and one-half year of civics or
American government.
• (b) English – Four years of college preparatory
English that include frequent and regular writing,
and reading of classic and modern literature.
• (c) Mathematics – Three years of college
preparatory mathematics that include the topics
covered in elementary and advanced algebra and
two- and three-dimensional geometry.
A-G Requirements Cont.
• (d) Laboratory Science – Two years of laboratory
science providing fundamental knowledge in at
least two of these three disciplines: biology,
chemistry, and physics.
• (e) Language Other Than English – Two years of the
same language other than English.
• (f) Visual & Performing Arts – One year, including
dance, drama/theater, music, or visual art.
• (g) College Preparatory Elective – One year (two
semesters), chosen from additional "a-f" courses
beyond those used to satisfy the requirements
above, or courses that have been approved solely
for use as "g" electives.
University of California. (2012). General Requirements by Subject Area. http://www.ucop.edu/agGuide/ag/a-g/a-g_reqs.html.
College Choice Factors
• Size
o Small: <2,000 students
o Medium: 2,000-15,000 students
o Large: >15,000 students
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Location
Academic Programs
Campus Life
Cost
Campus Visits
Interaction with Admissions Representatives
The University of
California System (UC)
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Los Angeles
University of California, Merced
University of California, Riverside
University of California, San Diego
University of California, San Francisco
(Graduate Programs Only)
• University of California, Santa Barbara
• University of California, Santa Cruz
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The UC Application
• Dates:
o October 1st-October 31st - Able to fill out application
o November 1st-November 30th – Able to fill out application
and submit
• Comprised of:
o 2 Personal Statements- 1,000 Words Combined
1. Describe the world you come from — for example,
your family, community or school — and tell us how
your world has shaped your dreams and aspirations.
2. Tell us about a personal quality, talent,
accomplishment, contribution or experience that is
important to you. What about this quality or
accomplishment makes you proud and how does it
relate to the person you are?
The UC Application (Cont.)
• Comprised of:
o Potential Scholarships- Check all boxes that apply.
o Transcripts- Not official transcripts, rather the students enters
their coursework on the application. (Self Report)
o Test Scores- Send official SAT and/or ACT scores to the
university.
o Activities and Awards- List up to 5 in each category. Will ask
how many weeks per year and hours per week the student
participated in the activity.
• Categories:
1. Coursework Other Than A–G
2. Educational Preparation Programs
3. Volunteer and Community Service
4. Work Experience
5. Awards and Honors
6. Extracurricular Activities
The California State
University System (CSU)
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California State University,
Bakersfield
California State University,
Channel Islands
California State University, Chico
California State University,
Dominguez Hills
California State University, East
Bay
California State University, Fresno
California State University,
Fullerton
Humboldt State University
California State University, Long
Beach
California State University, Los
Angeles
California Maritime Academy
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California State University,
Monterey Bay
California State University,
Northridge
California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona
California State University,
Sacramento
California State University, San
Bernardino
San Diego State University
San Francisco State University
San José State University
California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo
California State University, San
Marcos
Sonoma State University
California State University,
Stanislaus
CSU Locations
The CSU Application
• Dates:
o October 1st-November 30th
• www.csumentor.com
• Choose the university to which you want to apply.
• Transcripts- Not official transcripts, rather the
students enters their coursework on the application.
(Self Report)
• Will save the information you input and apply to
that information to an additional application.
• Test Scores- Send official SAT and/or ACT scores to
the university.
The California Private
Colleges and Universities
The California Private
Colleges and Universities
• Dates:
o Varies
• Common Application Comprised of:
o 1 Personal Statement – 650 words or less
1. Some students have a background or story that is so central to
their identity that they believe their application would be
incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share
your story.
2. Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How
did it affect you, and what lessons did you learn?
3. Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What
prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision
again?
4. Describe a place or environment where you are perfectly
content. What do you do or experience there, and why is it
meaningful to you?
5. Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that
marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your
culture, community, or family.
The California Private
Colleges and Universities
• Comprised of:
o Activities/Awards Section: 10 entries maximum that encompass a
wide area of topics. Short area to expand upon one activity, 100
words maximum.
o Supplements- Some colleges and universities require a
“supplement.” These are additional essays and/or short answers
that are specific to that college or university.
o Transcripts- Sent to the individual college and university by their
deadline. Must be “official” transcripts.
o Letters of Recommendation- Typically, 2 are required from a core
teachers. Math/Science.
o Secondary Report: Sent from the counselor’s office regarding
student characteristics, accompanied by a letter of
recommendation.
o Test Scores- Send official SAT and/or ACT scores to each specific
university.
The California Private
Colleges and Universities
• Some have their own application that you must fill
out.
o Ex: Point Loma Nazarene University, University of San Diego, Stanford, etc.
• Dates- Varies
• Must research each school individually.
Out of State Colleges and
Universities
• Dates:
o Varies
• Personal Statement:
o Varies
• College/University Specific
o Typically the larger the school, the less writing
• Tuition:
o Varies
• Take home point: We will need to do our research
for each individual school!
Community College
• San Diego Area:
o Cuyamaca College, Grossmont College, MiraCosta College, Palomar
College, San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, San Diego
Miramar College, and Southwestern College.
• Local Area:
o Arizona Western College and Imperial Valley College
• Date- Our seniors have already applied to IVC.
• Test Scores- Does not require test scores.
• Transcripts- Official Transcripts submitted after
completion of senior year.
• Personal Statement- Not required
• Admissions Requirements- High School Diploma
I.V.U.P.
• Partnership between Imperial Valley College (IVC),
Imperial County Office of Education, and San Diego
State University’s Imperial Valley Campus (SDSU-IV).
• Offers Imperial Valley students a Bachelor’s degree
in four years while taking classes at both IVC and
SDSU- Imperial Valley Campus.
• Majors Included:
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Criminal Justice
Liberal Studies (focus in Literacy, Math or Science)
Psychology
Spanish (only open to those who have taken AP Spanish)
• Cohort Structure
• Guaranteed access to classes (no crashing)
• Scholarships are available
Tuition
Living On-campus
California
Community
Colleges
California
State
University
(CSU)
University of
California
(UC)
California
Independent
Colleges
(based on
median costs)
Fees/Tuition
$1,104*
$6,633
$13,200
$32,100
Books and
supplies
$1,710
$1,641
$1,500
$1,650
Room and
board
$7,900**
$11,295
$13,800
$13,070
Miscellaneous
$3,250
$2,919
$3,900
$3,650
TOTAL
$13,929
$22,488
$32,400
$50,470
*Estimate is for 12 units/semester
**Few community colleges have on-campus housing; actual cost varies based
upon number of meals included.
Tuition
Living Off-campus
California
Community
Colleges
California
State
University
(CSU)
University of
California
(UC)
California
Independent
Colleges
(based on
median costs)
Fees/Tuition
$1,104*
$6,633
$13,200
$32,100
Books and
supplies
$1,710
$1,641
$1,500
$1,650
Room and
board
$11,268
$11,883
$9,800
$10,962
Miscellaneous
$4,275
$2,683
$4,700
$4,225
TOTAL
$18,249
$22,840
$29,200
$48,937
*Estimate is for 12 units/semester
**Few community colleges have on-campus housing; actual cost varies based
upon number of meals included.
Tuition
Living With Parents/Commuting from Home
California
Community
Colleges
California
State
University
(CSU)
University of
California
(UC)
California
Independent
Colleges
(based on
median costs)
Fees/Tuition
$1,104*
$6,633
$13,200
$32,100
Books and
supplies
$1,710
$1,641
$1,500
$1,650
Room and
board
$4,518
$4,522
$4,700
$4,401
Miscellaneous
$4,275
$2,662
$4,600
$4,300
TOTAL
$11,607
$15,458
$24,000
$42,451
*Estimate is for 12 units/semester
**Few community colleges have on-campus housing; actual cost varies
based upon number of meals included.
W.U.E.
• W.U.E. – Western Undergraduate Exchange
• Program designed to help students in the Western
States with a reduction in tuition costs.
• Participating States- Alaska, Arizona, California,
Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New
Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah,
Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of
the Northern Mariana Islands.
• Typically there are academic benchmarks in which
the student needs to meet.
• It is imperative they note WUE on their application.
Scholarships
• Included in the daily bulletin:
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Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship for Four Year Students
Dell Scholars Program
Phi Delta Kappa Scholarship Grants for Prospective Educators
Bannister Scholarship
ACT Second Year Scholarship Program
RMHC U.S. Scholarships
Liberty Mutual Scholarship Program
HSF/Haz La U Scholarship Program
Hispanic Scholarship fund General College Scholarship:
Ron Brown Scholar Program
Jackie Robinson Foundation
Gates Millennium Scholars
Women Only: Scholarship Selection Committee - P.E.O. Foundation
Women Only: P.E.O. STAR Scholarship
Labor's Training and Community Development Alliance
John Lyons Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program
Scholarships
• Sites that filter national scholarships:
o Cappex.com, zinch.com, and fastweb.com
• National Scholarships are predominately year round
with an influx in spring.
(http://www.collegeisnext.com/nationalscholarships)
• Local Scholarships are predominately in the spring,
sometimes year round.
(http://www.collegeisnext.com/scholarship)
• College is next is part of our Imperial Valley Office of
Education p-16 College Going Iniative
Financial Aid
• Apply for aid between January 1 and March 2,
2015.
o Submit a FAFSA. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available
at www.fafsa.gov. You automatically will be considered for the Blue and
Gold opportunity plan if you submit the FAFSA.
o Submit your GPA for a Cal Grant. Submit your school-certified GPA to the
California Student Aid Commission. Use the GPA Verification Form, which
is available at www.csac.ca.gov
FAFSA
• Please complete income tax forms early. You can
provide estimated information on your FAFSA but
you must update it later with accurate numbers.
• Jan. 1, complete and submit your FAFSA, along with
any other financial aid applications the
college/university requests.
o Submit early
o Easier to complete the online application
• After you submit the FAFSA, you should receive your
Student Aid Report (SAR) within three days to three
weeks. If you have corrections submit to the FAFSA
processor ASAP.
College Websites
• College Admissions, Information, and Applications
• California Colleges & Universities:
californiacolleges.edu
• California Community College Articulation
Agreements to CSU/UC: assist.org
• California Community College Information:
californiacommunitycolleges.cccco.edu
• California Private/Independent Colleges: aiccu.edu
• Common Application: commonapp.org
• CSU Admissions & Campus Information:
csumentor.edu, calstate.edu, csusuccess.org
• UC Admissions & Campus Information:
universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions
College Websites
• Scholarship Search Engines: fastweb.com, finaid.org
• College Scholarships: collegescholarships.com,
scholarships.com
• CSS Financial Aid Profile:
profileonline.collegeboard.com
• Hispanic Scholarship Fund, Latino College Dollars:
hsf.net, latinocollegedollars.org
• MeritAid: meritaid.com
• Mexican American Legal Defense & Education
Fund: maldef.org, hsf.net
• United Negro College Fund, Black Excel:
applyonline.uncf.org, blackexcel.org
Thank you
• Please schedule an appointment if you wish to
create a more detailed plan for your student.