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Red Bluff High School
9th & 10th grade College Night
Associate’s Degrees --Arts (A.A.) --Science(A.S.) Certificates of
Achievement Certificates of
Completion General Ed Transfer
www.cccco.edu
California Community Colleges (CCC)
Most 2-year colleges require a minimum of proof of a high school diploma or a GED
Community Colleges do not require the SAT or ACT
Less expensive than four year colleges
Offer shorter certificate programs
Assist you in preparing for a career
Assist you in preparing for transfer to a 4-year college
Offer the AA + 60 transfer program www.adegreewithaguarantee.com
Community College & Trade Schools
Bachelors Degrees--Arts (B.A.)--Science (B.S.)
Masters Degrees--Arts (M.A.)--Science (M.S.)
TeachingCredentials
Joint Doctoral Degrees
www.csumentor.edu
California State University
Practical, hands-on learning Different campus sizes Personalized attention
by faculty Athletics ranging from recreational
to Division I Student support services Affordable Students are prepared for
advanced degrees Students are prepared for
the world upon graduation
Humboldt State
University
Sacramento State University
CSU Highlights
Bachelor’s Degrees--Arts (B.A.)--Science (B.S.)
Master’s Degrees--Arts (M.A.)--Science (M.S.)
Teaching Credentials Doctoral Degrees
(Ph.D.) Professional Degrees
(Law, Medicine, MBA)www.ucop.edu
University of California
Variety of campus locations, sizes, environments and majors
Student research opportunities with distinguished faculty
Student support services Athletics ranging from
intramurals to Division I Guaranteed admissions for every
minimally eligible student Excellent educational value High graduation rates
UC Davis
UC Riverside
UC Highlights
Bachelor’s Degrees--Arts (B.A.)--Science (B.S.)
Master’s Degrees--Arts (M.A.)--Science (M.S.
Teaching Credentials Doctoral Degrees
(Ph.D.) Professional Degrees
(Law, Medicine, MBA) www.aiccumentor.org
Independent Colleges & Universities
A high percentage of students receive financial aid assistance
A high percentage of students who attend independents institutions graduate in 4 years
Every application is personally reviewed
Classes are small and taught by professors instead of teaching assistants
Stanford University
Fresno Pacific University
Independent Highlights
In School
Stay focused on academicsDo not lighten your academic load Meet with your school counselorStay involved in school and community activities
Standardized TestingPrepare for PSAT test – should be taken in fall of Junior year.
College ExplorationExplore colleges on the WebVisit colleges if you canMeet with college representativesAttend college fairs www.californiacolleges.edu www.collegeweeklive.com
9th & 10th Grade
Preparation for College
Transcript• GPA• Attendance• Test Scores
Challenging schedule
Good grades
School & community involvement
CSU & UC Course Preparation
Transcripts
Are you college ready?
Are college freshmen prepared for college level work?In 2009, 58% of regularly admitted CSU freshmen were unprepared for college level writing or math (or both).
In 2010, 26% of regularly admitted UC freshmen arrived unprepared for college level writing
According to a survey by the CCC Chancellor’s Office, about 85% of incoming community college students arrive unprepared for college level math and 70% are unprepared for college level English.
The CSU system has implemented an Early Assessment Program (EAP) to help students know their “college readiness”. This is a standardized test taken in the spring of 11th grade in English and math.
Students who are admitted into the CSU system and need remediation are now required to begin remediation the summer after high school graduation.
Important to know—remedial courses do not count towards degree requirements. So students are spending their money and time in college to get caught up on skills that they should have learned in high school.
EAP
What College Admissions Offi cers Consider
Grades and GPA
Rigor of high school courses
College admission test scores
Personal Statement
Letters of Recommendation
Personal accomplishments
Student’s demonstrated interests
Courses in progress senior year
SAT vs ACTSAT—taken in spring of 11th grade Consists of 3 tests: Verbal, Math and Writing• Subject tests required for certain majors at some UC & Private
Campuses Each test is scored on a scale of 200-800 ¼ point deducted per wrong answer Test is out of 2400 points
*PSAT given fall of 11th grade
ACT- taken in spring of 11th grade Consists of 4 tests: English, Math, Reading and Science Writing portion is optional – REQUIRED for UC Campuses No penalty for wrong answer Test is out of 36 points
Develop a Plan to Pay for Your Education Determine college costs
Investigate all possible financial aid resources
Secure necessary forms and determine deadlines
Apply for financial aid early
Be aware of scholarship scams
•Be a comparison shopper! What is the total cost ofattendance and can I get the same thing somewhere else?
Cost Per Year
College System
Average Fees
Books/Supplies
Living on Campus
Transportation
California Community College
$1,140-1,420
$1,754 $3,550-11,783
Will vary
California State University
$6,624-7,921
$1,754 $8,787-13,052
Will vary
University of California $11,924-
14,856$1,754 $11,924-
14,856Will vary
Independent Colleges & Universities
$28,314-56,723
$1,754 $8,610-15,900
Will vary
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Red Bluff High School Counseling webpage – current scholarships www.rbuhsd.k12.ca.us/home
Fastweb.com - Private scholarships
FAFSA - fafsa.ed.gov - Free Application for Federal Student Aid
Studentaid.ed.gov - The federal government’s website about paying for college
Scholarship listing from College Optionshttp://www.collegeoptions.org/#!scholarships/c21kz
McConnell Foundation http://www.mcconnellfoundation.org/programs/scholarships
NCAA & NAIA Eligibility
NCAA: Students must register at NCAA Eligibility Center for Division 1 and 2 schools http://web1.ncaa.org/ECWR2/NCAA_EMS/NCAA.html
NAIA Eligibilityhttp://www.playnaia.org/
Tips to RememberPlease remind students to create an appropriate email address for résumés, job applications and college applications.
With everyday stresses of being a student, making good grades, making choices and decisions, becoming involved in activities, etc… it is important to find the proper balance. Each student, with the help of parents, teachers and counselors, must find that balance. Remember, don’t overextend yourself, but aim to reach your fullest potential!
Plan ahead – develop appropriate relationships with your counselor and those teachers you will be asking to write your letters of recommendation. They need to know who you are now so they can speak highly of you as they write their letters.
Identify special characteristics about yourself that set you apart from other students who have the same GPA and test scores.
Clean up your facebook and other social media accounts. 25% of all colleges and universities now look at your accounts when making college admission decisions. Employers also often check these accounts before hiring employees.
RICH [email protected]
MARGARET GAMBETTA
HALEY [email protected]
LAUREN [email protected]
A – B plus Spanish home language
C – J
K – S
T – Z
College Options & ETS
Counseling Department
Final Questions?
Thank you for attending.
Red Bluff High SchoolCounseling Center
529-8724