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John Glenn High School

John Glenn High School. The Road to College & Careers. Higher Education Options in California.

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John Glenn High School

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  1. John Glenn High School The Road to College & Careers

  2. Higher Education Options in California • California Community Colleges- 2-year college. Students can choose to work toward an associate (two-year) degree or a one or two year training/certificate program in a choice occupational fields, such as health professions. Students may also complete a coursework to enable them to transfer to a college or university to complete a 4 year degree. • California State University (CSU)- With 23 campuses, the California State University is the largest, most diverse, and one of the most affordable university systems in the country. The CSU system emphasizes undergraduate education, leading to a bachelor’s, master’s, and a limited number of doctor’s degrees.

  3. Higher Education Options in California • University of California (UC)- The 9 general campuses of the University of California combines the education of undergraduates with a strong emphasis on graduate programs and world-class research in science & humanities. • California Independent Colleges- The 75 independent, nonprofit California colleges and universities offer diverse and unique educational opportunities such as faith affiliated, women’s colleges etc. These institutions also include 2-year, undergraduate and graduate programs.

  4. The 4-Year College ApplicantTaking the Right Classes: A-G • History / Social Sciences - 2 Years Required • U.S. History - 1 Year • World History - 1 Year • Government/Economics A • English - 4 Years Required • College Preparatory English • Composition Literature B C • Mathematics - 3 Years Required / 4 Recommended • College Preparatory Math (beginning with Algebra I or equivalent)

  5. The 4- Year College Applicant Taking the Right Classes: A-G • Laboratory Science - 2 Years Required / 3 Recommended • Biology • Chemistry • Physics D • Language Other Than English-2 Years Required / 3 Years Recommended • Must be 2 years of the same language E F • Visual and Performing Arts - 1 Year • Must be an ADVANCED visual or performing arts course. • College Preparatory Electives - 1 Year • Chosen from: A-F G

  6. Minimally Eligible Applicant 2 years of History / Social Science 4 years of English 3 years Math (starting with Algebra) 2 years of Laboratory Science 2 years of a Foreign Language 1 year of Visual / Performing Arts 1 year of College Prep Elective GPA (UC-3.0, CSU-2.0) SAT/ACT Scores (Based on Index) Competitively Eligible Applicant 3 years of History / Social Science 4 years of English (AP / Honors) 4 years Math (starting with Algebra) 3 years of Laboratory Science 3-4 years of a Foreign Language 1 year of Visual / Performing Arts 1 year of College Prep Elective GPA (Depends on campus and/or major) SAT/ACT Scores (Depends on campus and/or major) The 4 Year College Applicant What’s the difference between an Applicant and a Competitive Applicant?

  7. Taking the Right Classes: A-G John Glenn’s Approved Course List: • www.ucop.edu/doorways

  8. Get Involved! Participating in Extracurricular Activities is NECESSARY in order to be a competitive UC Applicant • Examples: • Campus clubs and organizations • leadership positions • sports • Volunteering • church • hospital/convalescent home • babysitting/caring for siblings • tutoring • Part-time job

  9. CSU Mentor High School Planner

  10. Important Tests • SAT Reasoning Test • Math, Critical Reading and Writing • ACT Plus Writing • Math, Science, Reading, English, and Writing • SAT Subject Tests • Subject tests are optional and no longer required by the UC’s. However, certain majors and some private schools may require specific subject tests. Check with the individual schools.

  11. ACT v.s. SAT ACT Plus WritingSAT Reasoning $50.00 Aptitude Critical Reading, Writing, & Math Reasoning SCORE ADJUSTED FOR GUESSING & PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS Test Fee: Test Purpose: Test Content: Method of Scoring: $50.50 Achievement Math, English, Writing, & Science Reasoning NUMBER OF RIGHT ANSWERS & NO PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS

  12. Early Assessment Program (EAP) • CSU requires you to take the English Placement Test (EPT) and the Entry-Level Mathematics Test (ELM) before you enroll. Your scores will determine which math and English courses you should take to begin your career at CSU. • The EAP is integrated with the CST in the 11th grade. It is a chance for you to get a head start on preparing for the EPT and ELM exams. This program will determine how ready you are for college-level coursework and help you pinpoint your strengths and improve your weaknesses throughout 12th grade. • Students who demonstrate that they are ready for college level work through EAP are exempt from the either the ELM/EPT or both. This will save you both time and money, since you will not need to take remediation classes. • Early Start Program- Beginning Summer 2012, incoming college freshmen who have not demonstrated proficiency in English and/or Math will be required to begin remediation prior to the fall term for which they have been admitted. • The CSU has two websites to help you prepare: • Math Success-www.csumathsuccess.org • English Success-www.csuenglishsuccess.org

  13. Financing My Education 4 Types of $$$$ Free Money$$$ Scholarships Grants • Free Money$$$ • based on FINANCIAL NEED • Federal: Pell and Supplemental Grant • The college or university • Cal Grants - GPA verification needed Loans Borrowed money that you must pay back, often after you graduate Workstudy Wages from working on campus March2 (FAFSA & Cal Grant GPA Verification Form) Deadlines

  14. AB 131 Dream Act • The California Dream Act Application can only be completed by students who meet the following qualifications: • Students who cannot file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and • Students who attended at least three full years in a California public or private high school, and • Students who graduated from a California high school or attained the equivalent prior to the start of the college term, for example a High School Equivalency Certificate from the California GED Office or Certificate of Proficiency resulting from the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE), and • Students who, if they are without lawful immigration status, have or will file an affidavit with the college or university they are attending stating that they have filed an application to legalize their immigration status, or will file an application as soon as they are eligible to do so. This affidavit is filed with the college they attend.

  15. Plan of Action Finish off this academic year strong. Meet with your counselor to plan your schedule for next year - be sure to choose a challenging curriculum. Make sure all the classes that you have taken and are taking right now are UC approved. Take the PSAT (Last chance: Fall of Junior year). Start reading up on SAT & ACT info. Start researching for scholarships. Start thinking about which schools you want to apply to and go visit those schools. Get involved!

  16. Research! Research!Research!It’s NEVER too early to start • Research colleges and careers • Attend college fairs • Visit college campuses • Attend lunchtime presentations • The only way to know what is right for you is to gather as much information as possible

  17. Bigfuturepresented by College Board https:bigfuture.collegeboard.org/explore-careers/careers Careers -Exploring Careers Step-by-Step -Hottest Careers for College Graduates -Industries with the Fastest and Biggest Growth -Add Up Your Interests: Career Possibilities -Matching Careers to Degrees -5 Reasons to Be Flexible About Your Career Plans -Reading Career Profiles -How to Create Your Resume

  18. Where on the Web Big Future https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org My Future www.myfuture.com California Career Zone www.cacarereerzone.org California Colleges.edu The official source for college and career planning in California. www.californiacolleges.edu

  19. Where on the Web College Searches www.californiacolleges.eduwww.collegeweeklive.comwww.collegeboard.com/finding/ www.cacareerzone.org UC Online Application www.universityofcalifornia.edu/pathways CSU Online Application www.csumentor.com www.collegeboard.com SAT info www.actstudent.org ACT info. High School Course Lists www.ucop.edu/doorways www.finaid.orgwww.fastweb.com www.scholarships.comwww.hermana.org www.petersons.com/finaidwww.brokescholar.com www.hsf.netwww.chicanalatina.org www.wiredscholar.comwww.srnexpress.com www.studentaidalliance.orgwww.yesican.gov Financial Aid / Scholarships

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