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College 101

College 101. Sonora High School. Goals. The Basics: Types of Colleges .

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College 101

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  1. College 101 Sonora High School

  2. Goals

  3. The Basics: Types of Colleges Private University-A 4-year institution supported by tuition, endowment, and donations and not operated by the government. They are typically more expensive than public colleges. Some are closely affiliated with religious organizations. Technical/Vocational Schools- A school that offers specialized training in a particular industry or career. Usually offer certificates or associate degrees. Arts Colleges- A school that provides training in areas such as photography, music, theater or fashion design. Most of these colleges offer associate or bachelor's degrees. Public University- A 4 year institution that receives public funding from the government, and usually offers many major and minor options. Tuition ranges for in state and out of state students. This includes the University of California and California State University systems. Community College- Generally, a 2-year institution of higher education that anyone can attend and offers different levels of instruction adapted to fit the needs of the community. Degrees offered will range from Certificates to Associate Degrees. (Do not require SAT/ACT)

  4. Types of Degrees BA/BS-The standard 4-year college degree. It is offered in hundreds of subjects and 4-year institutions. A Bachelor’s degree is a usual prerequisite for all graduate and doctoral programs. AA/AS- A two year college degree, equivalent to the first to years of a Bachelor's program. *Depending on the choice of study.

  5. Basic Terms • GE: General Education • Units: College credits • AA: Associate of Arts • AS: Associate of Science • ADT: Associate Degree for Transfer • GPA: Grade Point Average • Ds are not a passing grade in college • IB: International Baccalaureate • A-G Requirements-Courses required for minimum admission to a CSU/UC. • BA: Bachelors of Arts • Liberal arts/ general • BS: Bachelors of Science • Science, math, technology • ACT: American College Test • SAT: Scholastic Aptitude Test • SAT Subject Test • AP: Advance Placement • FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid • (Financial Aid Night 2017: October 12, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. in Theater)

  6. The A-G Requirements The A-G / College Entrance Requirements are a sequence of high school courses that students must complete (with a grade of C or better) to be minimally eligible for admission to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU). They represent the basic level of academic preparation that high school students should achieve.

  7. The A-G Requirements CSU/UC “A-G” Requirements: Sonora High School’s Course List:

  8. When to Apply • Test Deadlines SAT/ACT • The Application • What to Consider Applying

  9. FAFSA- Application opens on October 1, 2017. APPLY EARLY *State Deadline California - For Cal Grant and many other state financial aid programs – DeadlineMarch 2, 2018 (date postmarked) *Out of State Deadlines may be much earlier, check with the Colleges and Universities that you are applying to for specific deadlines. When to Apply UC- Fall 2018 application period: November 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017. CSU - Fall 2018 application period: October 1, 2017 - November 30, 2017 Private/Independent - Usually have later application deadlines depending on each school. Make sure to check dates. Community College- Will admit up to the start date of the class. *Best to apply sooner to secure classes. Counseling 100 in the Spring- Priority registration.

  10. The Common App The Common Application will connect you to nearly 700 Member colleges through one platform/application. You should create an account as soon as possible, check for participating schools, and also be aware that counselor recommendations are done through the portal. It requires time and accuracy! Start EARLY.

  11. The California State University https://www2.calstate.edu/apply The University of California https://admissions.universityofcalifornia.edu/applicant/login.htm

  12. ED Applicants- ED if you're completely, absolutely, positively sure you want to attend the school. You should have strong, concrete reasons for wanting to go there* • Apply early (usually in November) to first-choice college. • Receive an admission decision from the college well in advance of the usual notification date (usually by December). • Agree to attend the college if accepted and offered a financial aid package that is considered adequate by the family. • Apply to only one college early decision. • Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans. • Withdraw all other applications if accepted by ED. • Send a nonrefundable deposit well in advance of May EA Applicants- For the most part, you can apply to as many early action colleges as you want. However, a few schools have restrictive or single-choice early action, which means you can't apply early anywhere but that one school. • Apply early. • Receive an admission decision early in the admission cycle (usually in January or February). • Consider acceptance offer; do not have to commit upon receipt. • Apply to other colleges under regular admission plans. • Give the college a decision no later than the May 1 national response date. Early Decision vs. Early Action Early decision plans are binding — a student who is accepted as an ED applicant must attend the college. Early action plans are nonbinding — students receive an early response to their application but do not have to commit to the college until the normal reply date of May 1. A good rule of thumb to go by is this: apply early if you're organized and prepared with a strong application. Wait until regular decision if your application would be stronger with a couple more months of preparation. Your highest priority should be tosend the best application you can. The most common deadlines for early action are November 1 and November 15

  13. Test Deadlines SAT DATES August 26, 2017 - Registration Deadline July 28, 2017 October 7, 2017 - Registration Deadline September 8, 2017. November 4, 2017 - Registration Deadline October 5, 2017 December 2, 2017 - Registration Deadline November 2, 2017 ACT DATES September 9, 2017-Registration Deadline August 4, 2017 October 28, 2017-Registration Deadline September 22, 2017 - December 9, 2017-Registration Deadline November 3, 2017 OUT OF STATE COLLEGES MAY HAVE DIFFERENT DATES.

  14. Community College • The largest system of higher education in the nation • 2.4 million students attend • Basic Skills • Continuing Education • Certificate • AA/AS degree • Transfer

  15. Special Admit Program: Counseling 100

  16. Special Admit Program: Counseling 100 Strongly recommended for community college bound seniors: • Enhanced registration at FJC: enroll before all other new students with zero units at FJC (Priority Registration) • Learn the transfer process so you can do it in a timely manner • Learn about the special programs (i.e. honors, TAP) that can help you be successful

  17. F A F S A

  18. Financial Aid Submit FAFSA - Filing period opens October 1 https://fafsa.gov Types of Financial Aid • Grants (Federal/State) CAL GRANTS • Workstudy • Scholarships • Federal Loans • BOG Fee Waiver- For eligible California residents, the California Community Colleges Board of Governors (BOG) Fee Waiver permits enrollment fees to be waived. 2017 Financial Aid Night* (October 12, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.)

  19. Financial Aid GRANTS: • Federal Pell Grant (estimated at $5, 550 per award year) • State Grant/Cal Grant Cal Grant A 4 year university Helps pay tuition 3.0 GPA Cal Grant B Help pay living expenses and tuition 2 year college or 4 year 2.0 GPA Cal Grant C Tech or career education Available for only 2 years of education SCHOLARSHIPS: • Non-profit organizations • University/college • Free • QuestBridge (National Scholarship Match, based on income and family size • Blue Scholarship Form WORK STUDY: Federal aid • Work on or off campus • Do not have to pay back FEDERAL LOANS: Federal aid • Amount based on FAFSA • Not free! • Pay back with interests.

  20. What are ‘YOU’ Looking for in a College

  21. College Search Factors Areas of Study - What is your goal? What interests you? Does your school offer the Major you are interested in? Campus Demographics - This describes the characteristics and makeup of the student body at a school, including ethnicity, gender, age, religious affiliation, size of student body etc. Location - What city, state, or country is the school located. (Think about additional expenses such as out-of-state fees, dorming, etc) Cost & Financial Aid - The amount needed to pay for tuition and other expenses. Are there scholarships? Loans? Housing - Will you Living on campus or off campus? Does the school offer dorms, residence halls, student apartments? Does your college have these options? Sports & Extracurricular Activities - Most universities will participate in NCAA sports, but please do some research to see if they offer a sport you are interested, as well as clubs.

  22. Naviance. . . . Email is LONG ID # ONLY Password is SHORT ID # ONLY

  23. Naviance Tasks 1) How to request Letter Of Recommendation 2) Schools they are Thinking of Applying to 3) Scholarship opportunities through the National Scholarship Match via Naviance 4) Blue Scholarship Forms - For local scholarship opportunities 5) Verify that SAT/ACT Scores are accurate in their Naviance portal.

  24. The College and Career Center • College admissions information • College Representative Visits • Scholarship applications (Naviance) • Financial aid information • Volunteer Opportunity List • Armed services brochures • Summer Programs • Job Board Postings • Work Permits

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