4 Systems of Higher Education La Mirada High School.

4 Systems ofHigher

Education

La Mirada High School

California Systems of Higher Education

California Community Colleges (CCC) California State University (CSU) University of California (UC) Private and Independent Colleges

California Community Colleges

112 two-year institutions Prepares for

technical occupations transfer to a 4-year college

or university Students usually work part-

time Mostly commuters

California Community Colleges

Programs/Curriculum Career Jobs Entry Majors Transfer Classes Degrees

Associate of Arts/Science

Vocational Certificates

Locations Cerritos College Cypress College

Costs / Fees $26 / unit $1,200 - $1,600 /

year Requirements

No Subject Requirements

18 years of age, or High school

diploma, or High school

equivalency (GED)

Independent Colleges and Universities

More than 70 colleges & universities Vary in size, location, and programs Offers opportunities for study in nearly every

academic area Boast smaller class sizes and great

faculty/student interaction

2 Year and 4 Year Programs Various majors Various academic programs Degrees

Associates Bachelors of Arts /

Science Masters Doctorates Professional

Locations USC, Pepperdine, Otis, Everest, University of

Phoenix, FIDM, DeVry

Costs / Fees ~ $5,000 - $52,000 /

year (includes room and board) USC-$42,000 / yr Chapman-$38,000 / yr

Requirements A-G requirements (check

the individual school requirements)

SAT Reasoning Test or ACT (some schools may require SAT Subject Tests)

May require letters of recommendation.

Independent Colleges and Universities

23 four-year institutions Offers liberal arts and science education

preparation for a variety of professional careers Admit upper one-third of California high school

graduates Many CCC students transfer to CSU Students live at home, in dormitories, or

apartments.

California State University

4 Year Programs Various Majors Pre-Professional

Training Degrees

Bachelors of Arts / Science

Masters Teaching & other

credentials

Academic Calendar 17 on semester system 6 on quarter system

Costs / Fees ~ $19,460 / year (includes

room and board) Tuition ~ $6,000 / yr

Requirements A-G requirements 2.0 Minimum GPA SAT Reasoning Test or ACT

California State University

10 campuses that offer a broad range of four-year programs

Admits top 12.5% of California high school students Guaranteed on-campus housing in residence halls for

freshmen Possible to transfer as a junior after completing

transferable CCC work

University of California

4 Year Programs Various majors Pre-Professional training Degrees

Bachelors of Arts / Science

Masters Doctorates Professional

Academic Calendar 9 on quarter system 1 on semester system

(Berkeley)

Costs / Fees ~ $ 29,400 / year

(includes room and board) Tuition ~ $12,600/yr

Requirements A-G Subject

Requirements 3.0 GPA Minimum SAT Reasoning Test or

ACT Plus Writing 2 SAT Subject Tests

Recommended (Class of 2012 and beyond)

Application Specifics• Personal Statement• Extracurricular/Awards/ Honors/Community service

• No letters of recommendation

University of California

The UC ApplicantWhat’s the difference between an Applicant and a Competitive 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

Minimally 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

Competitively Eligible Applicant

Where on the Web

Financial Aid / Scholarships

SAT info. www.collegeboard.com

High School Course Lists

www.ucop.edu/doorways

www.actstudent.orgACT info.

College Searches

www.californiacolleges.edu www.collegeweeklive.com www.collegeboard.com/finding www.cacareerzone.org www.csumentor.com/Select

UC Application www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

www.finaid.org www.fastweb.comwww.scholarships.com blackstudent.blacknews.comwww.petersons.com/finaid www.brokescholar.comwww.hsf.net www.chicanalatina.orgwww.wiredscholar.com www.salliemaefund.orgwww.studentaidalliance.org www.apiasf.org

CSU Application www.csumentor.eduCommon Application www.commonapp.org

www.cccapply.orgCommunity College

College Searches &Career Exploration

.

College Searches

www.collegeweeklive.comwww.californiacolleges.eduwww.collegeboard.com/finding www.cacareerzone.orgwww.csumentor.com/Selectwww.universityofcalifornia.edu/applywww.cccapply.org

Career Exploration www.cacareerzone.orgwww.bls.gov/search/ooh.asp?ct=ooh

Tests for Colleges

ACT: www.actstudent.org

Recommendations

Take both the SAT & ACT plus writing

SAT subject tests are optional. Some private schools may require them. Check with the individual school of your interest.

You are able to choose which colleges you want your scores to be sent to.

SAT: www.collegeboard.com

Sending Test Scores

SAT &SAT Subject Test

To send your SAT scores to all CSU’s, use code: 3594

To send your SAT scores to multiple UCs, you only need to send it to one UC school.

ACT Plus Writing

To send your ACT scores to multiple CSU’s you only need to send your scores to one CSU and then log on to csumentor.edu and release your scores through the ACT score manager.

To send your ACT scores to multiple UC’s you only need to send your scores to one UC school.

TEST DATES

ACT TEST DATES SAT TEST DATES

TEST DATE DEADLINE TEST DATE DEADLINE

APR 14, 2012 MAR 9, 2012 MAR 10,2012 FEB 10,2012

JUN 9, 2012 MAY4, 2012 MAY 5,2012 APR 6,2012

JUN 2,2012 MAY 8,2012

Transfer Admission Guarantee Program (TAG)

Seven UC campuses offer guaranteed admission to California Community College students who meet specific requirements. By participating in (TAG) program, you can ensure your admission to specific campuses.

UCLA and UC Berkeley do not participate in this program.

NCAA Clearinghouse

Sign up for the NCAA clearing house if you plan to play sports in college. Send your SAT and ACT scores to the NCAA.

CODE: 9999

www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

Resources

Start visiting college campuses Check with your counselor to make sure you

are fulfilling A-G requirements. Ms. Hernandez is available Monday,

Wednesday & Friday