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A College Education = Greater Opportunities
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Greater Potential—College students discover new areas of
knowledge, gain skills, consider lifelong goals, and become
responsible citizens.
Greater Knowledge—A college education increases a student’s
ability to think critically and to express thoughts clearly in speech
and writing.
More Job Opportunities—More jobs today require education
beyond high school.
Community Role Model- others who want to go to college will
look up to you and know that they can go to college, too.
OPPORTUNITY
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Go to College. It Pays.
Weekly Earnings
Doctoral Degree
Professional Degree
Master's Degree
Bachelors Degree
Associate Degree
Some College, No Degree
High School Diploma
Some High School, No Degree
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
Source: http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.htm
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The Four Systems of
Higher Education in California
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Community Colleges Nearby
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CA Community Colleges
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109 campuses
Transfer partners with fouryear education systems in
the state,
Offer guaranteed admission
transfer programs available
with UC, CSU and Private
Institutions
Open Admission
Offer both academic and
Vocational courses
www.cccco.edu
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CSU Campuses
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California State University
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23 Campuses in CA
Target upper 33% of graduating
high school seniors
Minimum GPA is 2.0
Eligibility is based upon :
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A-G course GPA
SAT reasoning exam score or ACT
exam score
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Applications are accepted from
October 1st to November 30th
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Priority admission for
community college transfer
students
CSU offers quality education in
the liberal arts and sciences and
specialized training for a variety
of career fields
www.csumentor.edu
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UC Campuses
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University of California
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10 campuses in CA – only 9 open for
undergraduates
Target upper 12% of high school
students
Minimum GPA is 3.0
Application criteria is based upon:
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A-G Courses and GPA
SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing
SAT Subject Tests
Extracurricular Activities and
Involvement
Personal Statement
Applications are due senior year from
November 1st to November 30th
Admit upper division transfers only;
Priority transfer admission for
community college students
www.universityofcalifornia.edu
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Private and Independent Colleges
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Private and Independent Colleges
and Universities
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77 Campuses throughout
California
Target students who are of
good academic standing and in
line with school mission
Minimum GPA will VARY
Requirements and Deadlines will
VARY
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Most require A-G Track Pattern w/
specific course requests
Most will request SAT Reasoning
or ACT Exam Scores
www.aiccumentor.edu
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Specialized Schools and Colleges
SPECIALIZED
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Specialized Schools and Colleges
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This vocational sector of education grants
certificates of completion or Associate’s of Arts
degrees.
Many programs are health, medical, business, or
technical oriented in nature.
Financial aid programs as well as job placement
assistance are offered.
Of these institutions, 14 out of 3,000 are WASC
accredited.
VOCATIONAL
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Approximate Annual Fees
and Tuition
Higher Education Systems
Annual Cost
University of California (UC)
$7,446
California State University (CSU)
$2,772
Community College (CC)
$628
Private/Independent Universities
(AICCU)
$4,000 – 20,000
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www.fafsa.ed.gov
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GRANTS:
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Money on loan which must be repaid
with interest
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WORK STUDY:
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Jobs to help pay for school
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PELL Grant
Cal Grant
LOANS:
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Free Money for educational expenses
based on need
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Financial Aid
Subsidized
Unsubsidized
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Employment at the
Campus
SCHOLARSHIPS:
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Free Money based on specific
criteria
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On Campus
Off Campus
www.fastweb.com
Students and Parents get a PIN and apply for FASFA!
Apply your senior year between January 1st–March 2nd
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Knowing the A-G List
•To Meet the A-G College-Preparatory Requirements you must . . .
Letter
Area
Years
Required
Years
Recommended
A
History/Social Sciences
2 years
B
English
4 years
C
Mathematics
3 years
4 years
D
Laboratory Sciences
2 years
3 years
E
Language Other Than
English
2 years
3 years
F
Visual and Performing Arts
1 year
G
College-Preparatory Electives
1 year
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Admission Requirements Comparison
UC
History/Social Science: 2 years
 English: 4 years
 Math: 3 years; 4 recommended
 Lab Science: 2 years;
3 recommended
 Language Other than English: 2 years
3 recommended
 Visual & Performing Arts: 1 year
 College Prep Electives: 1 year
CSU
Private
CC
Same
as
UC
Similar
to
UC
18 years
of age or
high
school
graduate
SAT
Reasoning or
ACT
SAT
Reasoning or
ACT
N/A
Minimum
GPA is 2.0
GPA Varies
3.0 – 4.0+
N/A
N/A
Varies
N/A
Preferred
Recommended
N/A
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A-G
Courses
Entrance
Exams
GPA
SAT Reasoning Test or ACT w/
Writing
 2 SAT Subject Tests in two areas
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Minimum GPA is 3.0
Personal
Info
Personal Statement
Extra
Activities
Community Service, Volunteer Work, Clubs,
Etc.
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Successful College Students Do the
Following While in School…
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Take challenging classes and be sure to take Algebra I and a
Foreign Language; aim for As and Bs in all your classes.
Know the difference between high school graduation
requirements and college entrance requirements- they’re not
the same!
Demonstrate personal accountability- meet deadlines and use
time management skills to balance a busy schedule.
Visit college campuses, attend college fairs, do research on the
internet, make a connection
Meet with your counselor to plan for high school and get
assistance from a teacher, counselor, tutor, mentor when needed.
Be aware of college admissions tests and entrance requirements.
Always be 100% College-Bound!
SUCCESS
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Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
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Be your child’s best advocate. (Attend programs,
teacher conferences, meetings)
College Talk: Discuss college not as “if” you go, but
“WHEN you go to college.”
Monitor your child’s academic progress based on
child’s ability—set a standard of excellence.
Learn the “lingo.” Keep up with the changes in higher
education.
Find out what resources are available at your school
Take advantage of all workshops and activities that are
associated with the EXIT EXAM.
Create a college-going culture with others.
PARENT
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There is a School for Everyone
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No matter what your goal, there is a college or
postsecondary program out there that will be a perfect
fit for you. Whether public or private, small or large,
academic or specialized, the most important choice is
choosing to attend.
EVERY student, regardless of background or money,
can find ways to pay for an education after high school.
You deserve success. Work hard and you can make it
happen!
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Programs to Consider
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Last Minute Tips…
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Tour the campuses you are
interested in.
Begin compiling a file of
possible scholarships.
Attend college fairs and
parent nights.
Make contact with
university representatives.
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Do not limit your choices.
Take the SAT’s/ACT
early.
Always meet the given
deadlines.
Create a Plan: Establish a
routine
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www.csumentor.edu
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Info and Application to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
www.pin.ed.gov
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Free and extensive Scholarship Site
www.fafsa.ed.gov
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SAT Registration
www.act.org
www.fastweb.com
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Information and Application for California Community Colleges
www.collegeboard.com
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Information and Application for Independent Colleges & Universities
www.cccapply.org
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Homepage for University of California
www.aiccumentor.edu
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Information and Application for California State Universities
www.californiacolleges.edu
www.universityofcalifornia.edu
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Helpful Websites
Access to the Personal ID Number for the FAFSA
www.sandiegocalsoap.com
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