Mark Keppel High School Welcome, Class of 2015! 12 th Grade Parent Night

1. Mark Keppel High School Welcome, Class of 2015! 12th Grade Parent Night

2. MKHS Counselor Breakdown Dr. Cynthia Prentice, Assistant Principal

3. Tonight’s Agenda • MKHS Graduation Requirements • College Entrance Information • Community College • 4 Year Universities • College Application Process • Letters of Recommendation Process • Financial Aid Resources • Career Center • Upcoming Activities

4. Mark Keppel High School Graduation Requirements • English 40 credits • Physical Education 20 credits • Mathematics 30 credits • - Algebra required • - Geometry required • Science 20 credits • - Physical Science • - Life Science • Social Science 30 credits • - World History • - US History • - American Government/Economics • Fine Arts or Foreign Language 10 credits • Elective Courses 60 credits • Total:210 credits • Students must also pass the CAHSEE in order to receive a diploma.

5. CAHSEE (Exit Exam) Test Dates • 2014 • October 7th & 8th • 2015 • February 3rd & 4th • May 12th & 13th

6. Selecting a College • Factors to Consider: • Academic eligibility (a-g, g.p.a.) • Academic programs (majors) • Student body (demographics, size) • Cost (tuition, books, housing, transportation) • Campus life (social activities, interests, career opportunities) • Location (urban/suburban/rural setting, distance from home)

7. California Community College Informationwww.cccco.edu • Entrance Requirement: • 18 years old or high school diploma • Transfer to 4-Year University Programs: • UC – 2.4 minimum GPA • CSU – 2.0 minimum GPA • AA Degree* & Certificate Programs available • * (will receive priority admission to CSU)

8. California Community College Informationwww.cccco.edu

9. Application Process – Community Colleges • Applications dates vary by Community College* • Pick up application from community college or enroll online. Check individual websites for deadlines! • You may apply to & attend more than one college at a time. • Testing • Check with individual community college about placement exams (as CST EAP from junior year may replace assessment) • *Check frequently for application dates.

10. UC/CSU EntranceRequirements The CSU and UC requirements will be covered in more detail by the college representatives in the cafeteria at 7:00 pm.

12. UC/CSU College Information

13. 4-year College Admission Testing Requirement

14. Application Process – California State University • Application • www.csumentor.edu • Copy ALL documents submitted • Print receipt of application submittal • Costs • $55 per campus • Fee waiver embedded in online application (maximum 4) • Deadlines • Filing period: October 1 – November 30! • Testing: EPT & ELM placement tests (There are some exemptions, example CSU EAP exam may replace this assessment)

15. University of Californiawww.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply • Application • Copy ALL documents submitted • Print receipt of application submittal • Costs • $70 per campus • Fee waiver embedded in online application (maximum 4) • Deadlines • Filing period: November 1 – November 30! • Application becomes available online on October 1st

16. Personal Statement: The Prompts • 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. • 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? Plan to Attend Personal Statement Workshop! Date/time TBD

17. Personal Statement • Start your personal statement early. • Be clear. Be focused. Be organized. • Do not manufacture hardship. • Write persuasively and give specific examples. • Give yourself plenty of time for revisions and obtain feedback. More tips available at: www.universityofcalifornia.edu

18. Application Process – Private Universities • Admissions • Requirements vary greatly; students must check with each private college. • Application • www.commonapp.org • Check private university websites • Keep a copy of ALL documents submitted • Print receipt of application submittal • Costs • Application costs vary • Fee waiver available if eligible (see counselor) • Deadlines • Deadlines vary, see individual university websites.

19. Other Application Procedures • Watch for and respond to all college correspondence! • Mostly done through e-mail! • Use an appropriate email address & check daily. • Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) – varies by college, usually around May 1st. Typically requires monetary deposit to ensure enrollment at school. • Housing – deposit is often required • Transcripts – submit only upon request of college • Please note: Transcripts must be ordered through Student Bank • Final Transcripts – Student must request from MKHS Records Office in May.

20. Letters of Recommendation • UC • Letters of recommendation not required • CSU • Letters of recommendation not required * EOP applications require two recommendations (from counselor, teacher, employer, or other community member) • Private • Letter of recommendation usually required • Check with individual private universities

21. Letters of Recommendation (for private colleges & scholarships) • All requests should be given to counselor/teacher/community member/employer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! • Requests submitted with less than two weeks’ notice will not be honored. • Any requests for letters for applications with deadlines in January must be submitted by Friday, December 5th. • What is required: • Copy of “Senior Information Packet” • Copy of Personal Statement • Stamped and addressed envelope* • Correct postage • Be sure to check university requirements for envelope size, address labels, etc. • *if using paper application process

22. Financial Aid • Financial aid presentations will be held for students in December • UC/CSU approximate cost: $20,000 - $30,000/ year (includes tuition, books, housing, transportation) • Cash for College Workshop (FAFSA) • Saturday, January 25, 2014- at MKHS • 8 am – 12 pm • Scholarships available for attending! • All students should attend, regardless of college path! • For More Information • www.fafsa.ed.gov – opens January 1, 2015 - due March 2, 2015!

23. Scholarship Information • Visit www.mkhs.org and the Guidance Office for updated scholarship resources. • Scholarship searches on the Internet • Be wary of searches that charge a fee  • See website www.fastweb.com • Check place of employment, church, organizations to which you belong, local newspaper, etc. You must invest time and energy in scholarship search & application! • Always follow-up with a thank you card to the organization that provided the scholarship. • Check with the individual colleges/universities as well.

24. Career Center Help CSULA (California State University, Los Angeles) will provide an Ambassador to answer questions, give information to students. Days and Times TBD. • Career exploration: • Go to Career Cruising.com • Username: markkeppel Password: career • Listen to the Daily Bulletin for updates regarding career and representative visits (military, trade schools, etc.)!

25. Upcoming Activities • Winter Ball • Prom • Grad Night etc.! • Remember, in order to participate, students must maintain • 2.00 GPA • Satisfactory citizenship • Satisfactory attendance • More information available in Business & Activities Office.

26. Important Dates to Remember Please join us now for CSU/UC presentation at 7:00 pm