College: Making it Happen!
What does
college and career readiness mean?
• College & Career Readiness
– A “college-ready” student is defined as an academically
prepared student who is ready for postsecondary education
without the need for remedial coursework.
– A “career-ready” student is defined as someone who possesses
both the necessary knowledge and technical skills needed for
employment in their desired career field.
College & University Options
Community Colleges
2 Year
Career Technical
Education
4 Year Universities / Colleges
CSU’s
UC’s
Private Colleges
Some High School/
No Diploma:
$22,128
$1844
$11.52
High School
Diploma:
$31,683
$2640
$16.50
Associates Degree:
$39,601
$3300
$20.63
Bachelor’s
Degree:
$53,693
$4474
$27.97
$71,918
$5993
$37.46
Master’s Degree:
So, how do you prepare to be
College and Career Ready?
Source: San Diego Workforce Partnership Report, 2015
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
• 220 Credits
•
Social Science – 3 years
•
English – 4 years
•
Mathematics – 2/3 years
•
Science - 2 years
•
Fine Art – 1 year
•
PE – 2 years
•
Practical Arts / Keyboarding –
1 semester
•
Health Education – 1 semester
Area/Subject
Letter
Years
Required
Years
Recommended
History/Social Sciences
2 years
English
4 years
Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II)
3 years
4 years
Laboratory Sciences (Biology & Chemistry)
2 years
3 years
Language Other Than English
2 years
3 years
Visual and Performing Arts
1 year
College-Preparatory Electives
1 year
Career Technical Education Pathways
AP Courses
• Student does not have to be
enrolled in course to take the AP
exam.
• Measured on a scale of
“1-5”; passing score= 3
• Benefit: Student can earn college
credit and save time and money
in college 
• $93 fee for each exam
– can apply for fee reduction ($31)
• Register online:
www.collegeboard.org
Honors
• No exam required.
• Do not offer college credit.
• In depth courses covering
additional topics.
• Extra points towards Grade
Point Average (GPA)
College & Career Readiness in the
Elementary School Years
Career Aspirations
 Identifying careers, identifying strengths/weaknesses
Preparation (Academic)
 English, Mathematics, Science
Habits
 Study skills, note taking
Parent Engagement
 Stay involved, support
Career Technical Education
• Requirements:
– High School Diploma or GED
– 2.0 minimum GPA (varies by institute)
– Entrance Exams
• Shorter Degree Programs
• Career focused training
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Automotive
Cosmetology
Medical
Graphic Design
Culinary Arts
California State University
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
• 23
REQUIREMENTS:
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A-G Requirements
2.0 GPA to APPLY
SAT or ACT Scores
ELM/EPT Test
EAP Test
WHAT THEY OFFER:
• Bachelor’s Degrees
• Master’s Degrees
WEBSITE:
• www.csumentor.edu
Deadline to Apply: Nov. 30th
University of California
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
• 10
REQUIREMENTS:
• A-G Requirements
• 3.0 GPA to APPLY
• SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam
• SAT Subject Tests (2 Tests)
• Extracurricular
Activities/Involvement
• Personal Statement (Essay)
WHAT THEY OFFER:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degrees – Law Degree’s
• Medical Degrees – Doctoral
Degrees
WEBSITE:
•www.universityofcalifornia.edu
Private & Independent Colleges
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
• 76
REQUIREMENTS:
• Will Vary by Campus
• Most will Require A-G
Requirements
• Most will Require SAT or ACT
WHAT THEY OFFER:
• Bachelor’s Degrees
• Master’s Degrees – Professional
Degrees
• Medical Degrees – Doctoral
Degrees
WEBSITE:
• www.aiccumentor.org
• Allows students to qualify
for reduced tuition at an out
of state college or
university.
• Student must be a resident
of a WICHE state in order to
qualify.
• Most require submission of
SAT/ACT scores and High
School GPA.
• Apply directly with the
WICHE school for the
reduced tuition rate.
• WICHE States: Alaska,
Arizona, California,
Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho,
Montana, Nevada, New
Mexico, North Dakota,
Oregon, South Dakota,
Utah, Washington,
Wyoming.
Living On-Campus
Fees/Tuition
Books and
Supplies
CA Community
College
California State
University
University of
California
$1,104
$5,472
$12,240
$1,675-$1,790
$1,666
$1,550
Room and Board
$4,970
$10,924
$13,400
Miscellaneous
(Personal and
Travel)
$3,250
$3,829
$3,550
TOTAL:
$13,929
$23,444
$31,700
*Estimate is for 12 units/semester
**Few community colleges have on-campus housing; actual cost varies based upon number of meals included.
Out of State/
Private Colleges
Costs
will vary
--Research and
contact
admissions
represenatives
Costs will vary
Source: www.californiacolleges.edu
4 Types of Financial Aid
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
www.fafsa.ed.gov
Federal Grants
– Pell Grant
• Maximum Federal Pell Grant is
$5,815 for the 2016-17 school
year
State Grants
– Cal Grants (A, B and C)
Scholarships
– Local, State, Institutional and
Private
How many scholarships are out there?
1.6 million
Where do the come from?
 Colleges
 Individuals
 Foundations
 Community-Based Organization
 Companies
 Churches
 Cal SOAP
 EAOP
 Talent Search
 Upward Bound
 MESA
 Migrant Program
 IVROP
Final Thoughts and Resources
RESOURCES
• California Career Zone
– www.cacareerzone.org
• California Career Café
– www.cacareercafe.com
• California Colleges
– www.californiacolleges.edu
• Know How To Go
– www.knowhow2go.org
• College Board
– www.collegeboard.org