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College Night 2013 October 21, 2013

College Night 2013 October 21, 2013. Tonight’s Agenda. God’s Word NCAA Information Career choices and post-high school options Overview of Colleges Planning Calendar Choosing a College Entrance Exams Application Process Financial Aid Tips & Resources. God’s Word.

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College Night 2013 October 21, 2013

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  1. College Night 2013 October 21, 2013

  2. Tonight’s Agenda God’s Word NCAA Information Career choices and post-high school options Overview of Colleges Planning Calendar Choosing a College Entrance Exams Application Process Financial Aid Tips & Resources

  3. God’s Word “Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart that I may fear your name.” Psalm 86:11 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” Proverbs 1:7

  4. Athletics NCAA www.eligibilitycenter.org NAIA www.playnaia.org Mr. Craig Lee, BCHS Athletic Director Mrs. Celia Miller, Director of Academic Affairs

  5. Berean Graduation Requirements Bible 40 units Science Life (10) Phys Education 20 units[1] Physical (10) Technology 10 units LOTE 0 units[3] Social Studies 30 units VPA 10 units [3] English 40 units Elective 50 units Math 20 units [2] [1] Must include health. 10 units may be fulfilled by sports participation. 5 units are credited for each completed season of a Berean sport. [2] Must include Algebra I. [3] It is acceptable to take 10 units of LOTE in place of VPA or 10 units of VPA in place of LOTE.

  6. UC/CSU admission requirements “d” Science “a” Social Studies 2 years 1 year – World History 3 years recommended 1 year – US History “e” LOTE ½ year – Gov (Civics) 2 years[2] “b” English 3 years recommended 4 years “f” VPA “c” Math 1 year 3 years[1]“g” Elective 4 years recommended 1 year from a-f courses [1] Must include Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II. [2] Must include two years of the same language

  7. College Timeline [1] Student must take one year of PE. The other 10 units may be fulfilled with sports participation. [2] CSU/UC math requirements: 3 years including Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. [3] Refer to Course Catalog for Berean graduation requirements and CSU/UC admission requirements. [4] One year of an elective chosen from any area on approved “a-f” course list (which can be found in BCHS Course Catalog). [5] ACT has an optional writing section which is required by the UCs.

  8. Career choices • Career Direct • Assessment test: connecting personality, values, and skills with suitable careers • See Ms. Romjue to obtain log-in key ($20 fee) • Occupational Outlook Handbook • PLAN Test Results • English II Research Paper • www.collegeboard.org (My College Quickstart or www.bigfuture.org)

  9. Missions Military Employment Apprenticeship programs Business, Technical, or Trade School Community Colleges Four-year Colleges Post-secondary options

  10. Overview of Colleges Private Colleges & Universities • Christian private schools • Secular private schools California’s Public Colleges & Universities • University of California (9) • California State University (23) • California Community College (109)

  11. Christian Private Schools • Biblical worldview • Christian professors • Good friendships, role models, and mentors • Nurturing environment • 4 years of private college may cost less than 5-6 years of public school • More institutional aid than public schools • Resources in the College & Career Center • www.californiacolleges.edu

  12. Secular Private Schools • Academic reputation • Smaller class size • Relationship with professors • More institutional aid than public schools • 4 years at a private school may cost less than 5-6 years of public school • www.californiacolleges.eduwww.collegeboard.comwww.fastweb.com www.aiccu.edu • Opportunities to share faith • Research Christian organizations

  13. California Public SchoolsUniversity of California, California State University,and Community College • May be less expensive • May be closer to home • May have more resources available • Greater selection of majors • Opportunities to share faith • Research Christian organizations • www.liveabove.com

  14. University of California • 9 campuses serve top 9% of high school graduates • Rigorous high school course load meeting or, in reality, exceeding the A-G list • 11 of the 15 required courses must be completed by junior year • 3.0 minimum GPA • Entrance Exams: SAT Reasoning Test or ACT plus Writing • Senior Year Application period: Nov. 1 – 30 • www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions

  15. California State University • 23 campuses serve top 33% of high school graduates • Grade of C or better in all required A-G courses • Entrance exam: SAT Reasoning Test or ACT (writing component not required) • www.csumentor.edu • Senior Year Application period: October 1 – November 30

  16. Community College • DVC, LMC, and CCC serve our geographic area • Non-competitive admissions: admits all high school graduates • No entrance exam required • www.dvc.edu • Apply spring of senior year

  17. Choosing A College Research: - Attend college fairs - View websites - Visit with campus representatives - Resource books: 1. Peterson’s Guide to Four Year Colleges 2. Peterson’s Christian Colleges and Universities 3. Fisk Guide to College 4. The Insider’s Guide to the Colleges 5. Princeton Review’s The Best 361 Colleges

  18. Choosing A College • Handout: Questions to Consider • College Visits “According to a survey by Student Poll, visits are the #1 influence on final decisions.” • Compare student’s credentials to the schools’ freshman profile • Make Final Selections: • 1-2 “reach” schools • 3-5 “probable” schools • 1-2 “safety” schools

  19. Entrance Exams 1.SAT Reasoning Test: • Critical Reading, Math, and Writing sections • Register online: www.collegeboard.org 2. ACT Test: • Reading, English, Math, Science, and Writing (optional) • Register online: www.actstudent.org

  20. Entrance Exams • Take SAT or ACT in the spring of your junior year • Preparation: • PLAN test: mandatory practice ACT taken the fall of your freshman year • PSAT test: mandatory practice SAT taken the fall of 10th and 11th grades • PSAT junior year: may qualify students for the National Merit Scholarship • Books, CD’s, classes • Many students repeat the tests • Check websites for needed test materials

  21. Entrance Exams • Use appropriate email address for student • Fee Waivers available • Services for Students with Disabilities • Must qualify for accommodations through diagnosis and IEP • Must have requested accommodations in current classes • Berean school code 053683

  22. The Application ProcessCommunity College – DVC, LMC, & CCC • Application: free • Application Period: early spring • Assessment test: early spring • DVC Counseling 95 (six hour class) one week after assessment test • Register for college classes end of May

  23. The Application ProcessCalifornia State University (CSU) • Application: www.csumentor.edu • Application Period: Oct. 1-Nov. 30 • Required A-G courses: C or above • SAT Reasoning or ACT (no writing) • Use appropriate email address for student • Currently 16 impacted campuses (including Cal Poly - SLO, San Diego, Cal Poly – Pomona, Fullerton, Long Beach, Sonoma, and nursing programs at all campuses)

  24. The Application ProcessUniversity of California (UC) • Application: www.ucop.edu/pathways • Application Period: November 1 - 30 • Required 3.0 min GPA • Eligibility Index: check UC Website • SAT or ACT plus writing • SAT Subject Exams (Math II and Physics) strongly recommended for engineering majors • Personal Statement (Essays) • Use appropriate email address for student

  25. The Application ProcessPrivate Colleges • Application: check website • Application Period: varies • GPA requirements vary • SAT Reasoning and/or ACT (ACT writing component may or may not be required) • SAT Subject Exams? • Sample of requirements: Essays, Letters of Recommendation, Transcripts • Facebook

  26. The Application Process • Organize schools’ requirements using a tool such as Excel • Keep calendar of deadlines • Meet deadlines well in advance • Read & follow directions • Make copies of all documents you submit to colleges • Obtain proof of mailing

  27. Admission Factors • High School Record • Competitive G.P.A. • Rigorous course selection • Patterns of improvement • Competitive Entrance Exam Score • Recommendations • Essays • Interviews at some private schools • Leadership Experience • Community Service

  28. The Application Essay • Required: U.C.’s & private colleges • Provides information that augments the application • Expect several re-writes • Readers want organization and clarity, shown through a persuasive thesis, analytical topic sentences, and well-chosen examples

  29. Letters of Recommendation • Letter of Recommendation Form • Ask the teacher • Give 3 weeks notice • Provide materials in a manila envelope or colorful folder: - Personal Data form or resumé - Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope (SASE) - letter of recommendation form - postmark deadline

  30. What is Financial Aid?Money given, paid, or loaned for college expenses • Gift Aid (free money) • Grants (CalGrant requires 3.0 GPA) • Scholarships • Self-Help Aid • Work/Study (job opportunities on campus) • Loans

  31. Merit-based aid FAFSA Grades, test scores Institutional aid Scholarships Need-based aid 1. FAFSA 2. Federal monies 3. State monies (CalGrant requires 3.0 GPA for entitlement grant) 4. Institutional aid Financial Aid Categories

  32. Financial Aid Cost of Attendance (COA) • Expected Family Contribution (EFC) = Financial Need

  33. Applying for Financial Aid • FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) • www.fafsa.ed.gov • Required for federal and state aid • Submit FAFSA online January 1st – March 2nd senior year • PROFILE • Institutional Aid Application

  34. Beware of … • Financial Aid Consultants • Free assistance is available • Don’t pay someone to appeal your award offer • Scholarship Scams • Free search engines are available • Don’t pay money for an opportunity to get money

  35. Financial Aid • Scholarship Bulletin: outside the CCC and email distribution list • Scholarship search engine: www.fastweb.com • “No Cost” websites: • www.finaid.org • www.collegeanswer.com/paying • www.fafsa.ed.gov • NOT www.fafsa.com

  36. Financial Aid • Online calculators: www.finaid.org/calculators www.fafsa.ed.gov (4caster) • Edfund’s “Fund Your Future Workbook” • Berean’s Financial Aid Night • January 21, 2014

  37. Tips & Resources Summer Programs: • Some universities offer summer learning programs: UC’s, USC, Taylor, Georgetown, Cambridge, Harvard, etc. • UC Berkeley: Academic Talent Development • Lawrence Lab camps • Chabot’s Space & Science Center Teen Internship

  38. Tips & Resources Enter college with credit • AP Tests • College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Proves college level achievement 34 subject areas Approximately $80 www.collegeboard.com Accepted by many private schools • Community College courses

  39. Action Plan Freshmen Sophomores Juniors Seniors • Earn best grades • Investigate careers • Meet with counselor • Explore websites • Earn best grades • Visit colleges • Investigate financial aid • Meet with counselor • Entrance Exams • Earn best grades • Meet with counselor • Explore websites • Earn best grades • Retake exams • Apply early • Submit FAFSA in January

  40. College & Career Center Kayla Romjue College & Career Counselor kromjue@berean-eagles.org

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