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Early Academic Outreach Program, UCLA

Welcome Venice Parents!

Venice College Family Night


What options do our students have?

California’s Master Plan

Four Systems of Higher Education


California Master Plan California Master Plan

California Community College (CCC)100% - cccapply.org

California State University (CSU)33% - csumentor.edu

University of California (UC)12.5% - universityofcalifornia.edu

Private Colleges & Universitiesaiccu.edu

Four Systems of Higher Education


OPTION

#1

HIGH SCHOOL HIGH

SCHOOL

OPTION

#2


Certificate Programs Months to 1yr+

Associate Degree 2 yrs+

Bachelors Degree 4 yrs+

Masters Degree 6 yrs+

Doctorate/Professional Degree 8 yrs+

What are the different types of degrees?


112+ schools statewide

2 year institutions

Degrees/Services- Technical or Vocational

Certificates- Associate Degrees

(A.A./A.S.)- Transfer to a 4-year

university- Concurrent Enrollment

Requirements- 18 years or older- If under 18:

High School Diploma or

High School equivalent (GED)

California Community College


K-12 Additional Permission Form for

Concurrent Enrollment

Concurrent Enrollment provides middle and high school students the opportunity to take college/university level classes. • Students receive high school &

college credit• Save money & time in

completing degree

Concurrent Enrollment


Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum IGETC

www.assist.org


Applying to Community College Seniors

1. Apply for Admissions to preferred campus online ww.cccapply.org

2. Apply for financial aid (FAFSA/DREAM ACT and Board of Governors Fee waiver)

3. Take Assessment Exam for English and Complete (Study for EXAM!)

4. Orientation (in person or online) 5. Meet with Community College Counselor6. Register for Classes


Eligibility Requirements: Cal States, UC’s, Privates

Completion of A – G coursesMinimum GPA requirementsEntrance Exams ( SAT I or ACT, SAT II)UC & Privates: Personal Achievements (extracurricular activities)


A-G Requirements

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

History/Social Science2 years

English4 years

Mathematics3 years+

Laboratory Science2 years+

Language Other Than English 2 years+

Visual/Performing Art1 year

College Prep Elective1 year


Minimum 2.0 Minimum 3.0 Varies 2.5

Eligibility Requirement:Grade Point Average (GPA)


9 SS 10 SS 11 SS 12

College Prep Grade Point Average (GPA)

GPA is determined by grades earned in A-G classes taken in between summer after 9th and summer after 11th:

ONLY courses which fall under the A-G requirements are taken into consideration by colleges and universities when calculating the GPA.

Some High School Graduation Requirements are NOT considered A-G courses such as:

> Physical Education > Health > Computer/Typing > Woodshop > Service > Leadership

College Prep GPA


HIGH SCHOOL COURSES

Honors (HL)

Advanced Placement

(AP)

RegularRegular

HL

AP/CL

College Level (CL)

Any identified H/AP/CL courses taken between 10th-12th grade receive 1+ GPA point when passed with a grade of “C”↑

College GPA


College Entrance Exams

FEE Waivers: 2 FREE SAT Exams, 2 FREE ACT Exams, & 2 FREE Subject TestsIf student qualifies for free or reduced lunch


12th

SAT Reasoning & ACT (August or September)

SAT Subject (if not taken in 10th)

(September or October)

College Exam Timeline

9th

PSAT (October)10th

PSAT (October)SAT Subject Exam if taking

APs (May

11th

PSATSAT Reasoning & ACT

(June)SAT Subject

(May)


DON’T FORGET TO SEND IN ALL YOUR TEST SCORES!!

You can choose to send scores at the time you register for exam! Sends scores to:

①UC

②3594 (for CSU)

③Private college/university

④Private college/university

LAST CHANCE FOR SENIORS TO TAKE THESE EXAMS IS DECEMBER! REGISTRATION IS IN NOVEMBER.


Number of Institutions• 23 schools statewide

4 year institutions

Degrees Offered:- Bachelors (B.A./B.S.)- Masters- Teaching Credentials- Some offer Doctorates

through joint programs with the UCsWebsite: csumentor.edu

California State Universities(CSU, Cal State)

GPA: 2.0 A-G

SAT/ACT


CAL State Local Eligibility Index


CSU ApplicationCSU Application Website: csumentor.edu Application Deadline: October 1- November 30, 2013Cost: $55/application Fee Waiver: 4 FREE applications!

CSU Application

Student Info & Demographics

Grades/GPAA-G Classes Test Scores


The following CSUs will guarantee admissions to students who meet the Eligibility Index:

CSU LOS ANGELESCSU DOMINGUEZ HILLSCSU NORTHRIDGECSU CHANNEL ISLANDS

APPLY WISELY

NOT IMPACTEDCSU BAKERSFIELDCSU STANISLAUSCSU EAST BAYCSU MARITIME


Educational Opportunity Program


Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Application

CSU Application Website: csumentor.edu Application Deadline: October 1- November 30, 2013

EOP Application

Biographical/Educational Info

Economic Background/Finan

cial Status

Autobiographical Statement:

5 short answer questions


4 year institutions

Number of Institutions• 10 schools statewide• 9 campuses opened to

undergrads and transfers

Degrees Offered:- Bachelors (B.A./B.S.)- Masters- Doctorates/

Professional Website : universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

University of California(UC)

GPA: 3.0 A-G

SAT/ACTPersonal

Achievements

(Extracurricular)


Every UC campus gets the same application Each UC campus will review your application for

admission individually using the information in the application

Holistic Review will be used by all UC’s But each UC campus places a different

value on each section of the UC application

Freshman Selection


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Comprehensive Review

Grade-Point Average Courses Completed/Planned

(#A-G courses) Honors/AP/ CL Courses Test Scores Quality of Senior-Year Program

of Study Academic Opportunities in

California High Schools (school profile)

Achievements in Special Projects Top 9% Local Context (ELC)

Improvement in Academic Performance

Special Talents, Achievements, and Awards

Participation in Educational Preparation Programs

Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences

October 2013


UC Application

UC Application Website: universityofcalifornia.edu/apply Application Deadline: November 1- November 30, 2013Cost: $70/school Fee Waiver: 4 FREE schools

UC Application

Academics- A-G Classes- Grades- Test Scores

Awards/Activities- Honors/Awards- Extracurricular Activities- Volunteer/Community Service- Work Experience- Outreach Programs

Personal Statement2 Essays

(Need to answer BOTH)


Personal Statement Logistics

• Applicants must answer 2 prompts.– Academic preparation within context– Potential to contribute

• Total of 1000 words combined, shortest has to be at least 250 words.


Purpose of the Personal Statement

An admission decision will never be based on the content of a personal statement alone, HOWEVER, IT CAN BE USED TO:- Distinguish yourself from others- Elaborate on (not just repeat) something from your

application - Reveal information not mentioned in application- Highlight deep commitment to activities, programs, and

accomplishments


Personal Statement Prompt 1 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.

• Focus on one aspect, NOT ALL• It is NOT an essay, it is a personal statement; MAKE IT

PERSONAL.• Do not waste your statement admiring someone else. • What are your dreams and aspirations, what does college

signify to you?


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?

What can you contribute to the University?• You have all experienced something that impacted you.• You can always pull from first statement• How does the experience/accomplishment relate to who

you are?

Personal Statement Prompt 2


Think outside the box for your topic!

– Personal triumphs or challenges – if you decide to talk about a challenge or triumph, do not forget to explain what you learned from the experience.

– Leadership opportunities – we value leadership at many levels (i.e. family, school, or community).

– Experiences outside the classroom – your statement can be about experiences that have made an impact on your life (i.e. travels, church/temple, work, youth groups, or your family).

– Disabilities – if you are living with a disability, feel free to talk about it in the context of your ability to succeed.

– Culture – if your culture has influenced who you are, talk about it. Let it add to the picture we form of you as a person and as a student.


Avoid common mistakes• Don’t be campus specific! One UC application for all 9

of us.• Overboard Creative writing (poems, scene setting, or

clichés) • Multiple topics – each question should be answered

with one topic. You cannot go into depth when you talk about multiple topics.

• Do not provide lists, build on things.• Hard-luck stories without a purpose - you do not need

to overcome a challenge to gain admission to the UC’s so do not make one up.


University of California (UC)UCLA UCB UCSD

UCSB UCI UCD

UCM UCSC UCR

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2 year and 4 year programsNumber of Institutions 70+ schools statewideDegrees Offered:

AssociatesBachelorsMastersDoctorates

Vary in size, price, and prestige Visit aiccu.edu for more information on

California private colleges and universities

Private Colleges

GPA: 2.5 A-G

SAT/ACTPersonal

Achievements

(Extracurricular)

Letters of Rec


commonapp.org Online application opens August 1st. Used for over 200 private college and universities, across the

country. Includes supplementary forms for some institutions. Fee waivers available through CollegeBoard. Demonstration videos are available online:

https://appsupport.commonapp.org

The Common Application


• Regular Admission– Application deadline ranges from December 1- April 1. – Admission notification is given by April 15.– Enrollment decision must be made by May 1st.

• Rolling Admission– Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are submitted. – Admission decisions are made in a relatively short time.– More competitive as the year progresses.– Enrollment decision must be made by May 1st.

• Early Decision- binding – It is a binding contract between the student and the college/university. You

can only submit ONE Early Decision application. – Application is due early (before December).– Admissions decisions are generally made before Christmas.

Early Action – nonbinding o 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. – Application is due early (before December).– Admissions decisions are generally made before Christmas.

College Admission Plans


College Application Deadlines

• UC Applications: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply – Opens: August 1st

– Submit: November 1st

– Deadline November 30th

• CSU Applications: www.csumentor.edu – Open: October 1st

– Submit: October 1st

– Deadline November 30th

• Private/Independent: www.commonapp.org – Common Application Opens: August 1st

– Deadlines Vary• Community Colleges www.cccapply.org

– Open: Varies but many will open by January – Submit: January and On

Application Material Checklist

Transcripts (UC transcript)

SAT/ACT scores or test date

AP Test Scores (if applicable)

Information on College Courses

taken or Planned

Social Security Number or Visa

Number (if applicable)

If not born in CA, date parent

&/or student began residency

(living) in CA.

Parents household Income

estimate (to determine if

eligible for fee waiver)

http://www.csumentor.edu/

http://www.csumentor.edu/

http://www.commonapp.org/

http://www.commonapp.org/


CHECK EMAILS DAILY!!SEND ALL TEST SCORESCREATE PORTALS – INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL ACCOUNTSNO D’S OR F’S: YOU MUST REPORT D’S & F’S RECEIVED

FIRST SEMESTER TO ALL UNIVERSITIES APPLIED TOIF THERE ARE ANY CHANGES TO YOUR ACADEMIC

RECORD YOU MUST NOTIFY THE UNIVERSITYTAKE MATH &/OR ENGLISH PLACEMENT EXAMS IF

REQUIRED

Application Follow UP


Financial Aid:Payig for College


What Are The Basic Concepts Of Financial Aid?

• Student Cost of Attendance

• Parent and Student Expected Family Contribution

• Student Financial Need


Cost of Attendance


$

How To Reduce The Cost of Attendance

Buy used books Rent books Library Make copies of book Share books w/classmate

Have roommates Smaller space = less expensive Live at home Live off campus (apartment) Cook at home/buy groceries Get the right meal plan

Bus pass Bike Live on campus/near campus Carpool

Stay on family plan

Avoid expensive brands Shop at discount stores Need vs. Want Look for FREE activities available on

campus or through the university

Books/Supplies:

Room/Board:

Transportation:

Health Insurance:

Personal Expenses:


What about Tuition and Fees?


$

Financial Aid Equation

Cost of Attendance (COA)

Expected Family Contribution (EFC)

Financial Need (Eligibility)


What Are The Primary SourcesOf Financial Aid?

• Federal government• State government• Colleges and universities• Private agencies and

organizations


2015-16 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) fafsa.ed.gov March 2nd

2015-16 California Dream Act Application March 2nd https://dream.csac.ca.gov/

2015-16 CSS Financial Profilehttps://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile

Financial Aid Application Process

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

https://dream.csac.ca.gov/

https://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile





1. Grants (Gift Aid): Federal, State, & College2. Scholarships (Gift Aid): Colleges & Private

Organizations3. Work Study: Federal4. Loans: Federal

Types of Aid


Federal Grants


California Grants


2014-15 Cal Grant Income & Asset Ceilings

Sources of Aid (State)


Middle Class Scholarship:• July 1, 2013 Governor Jerry Brown signed into law historic legislation aimed

at making higher education more affordable for the middle class.

• California’s Middle Class Scholarships are for students from families with incomes up to $150,000 who will attend a UC or Cal State University.– Must be a CA Resident

• Awards range from $426—$1,704 and will likely increase for 15-16.

• Complete the FAFSA/Dream Act by March 2nd to be automatically considered.

Sources of Aid (State)


ScholarshipsThere are all types of scholarships with different eligibility requirements. Most scholarships are based on the following:

Career Interests Extracurricular Activities Community Service

GPA Talents and abilities Academic

BEWARE OF SCAMS! Warning signs of a possible scam:

Guaranteed winnings ‘Free seminars’ on financial aid 1-900 telephone numbers

As a general rule: If you must pay money to get FREE money, it might be a scam.


Scholarship Search Engineswww.Scholarships.com

www.Fastweb.com

www.zinch.com

http://www.Scholarships.com/

http://www.Fastweb.com/

http://www.zinch.com/


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Work-StudyPart-time job opportunity. Amount awarded depends on Financial Need!

Jobs on campus

Flexible work hours

Up to $6,000

Wages earned is subsidized by government

Easier to find a job


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Loans• Subsidized Stafford Loan

– Does not accumulate interest while in school

• Unsubsidized Stafford Loan

– Accumulates interest while in school

• PLUS Loans

• Student Loans vs. Alternative Loans– Lower interest rate,

– Pay back after graduation

– Available programs that pay off portion of students loans


AB 540 Students

Who qualifies as AB540?Undocumented students who have attended a California

high school for 3 or more years

Will be graduating from a California high school or will receive an equivalent to a high school diploma (i.e. GED)

What do AB540 students qualify for? Application fee waivers (based on financial need)

In-state tuition fees- under “Country of Citizenship” on the UC and CSU application answer “NO SELECTION”

Financial Aid: Cal Grant and privately funded scholarships

AB 540 STATUS DOES NOT AFFECT ADMISSIONS TO A UNIVERSITY!!


Upcoming Venice Work Shops

UCLA EAOP UC/CSU Application Workshops Tuesday Oct. 14th & 28th Nov. 4th & 18th @Library

Periods 2-6 Personal Statement Workshop

Tuesday Oct. 7th @ College CenterSMC College Workshop

Tuesday Oct. 21st 10:00 – 2:30 @ College Center


Cynthia P. Maravilla-Macias

[email protected](310) 794-4877

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mailto:[email protected]

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