Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Presenters: Mary Lou Dillard & Kimberly F. Romeril 1

San Jacinto Valley Academy

College Informational Workshop

Agenda

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IntroductionEarnings StatisticsImportance/Benefits of Higher EducationFactors in Admission to a UniversityFactors in Admission to Community CollegeFactors in Trade/Vocational SchoolsFinancial Aid/ScholarshipsHow do I choose a college?International BaccalaureateQuestions?

Why College?

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Quality of Life…. FOREVER

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Unemployment based on education level

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Average Salary with a Bachelor's Degree

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Average Wages based on Education

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Which College Do I Choose?

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Higher Education Choices

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School System College Type Tuition Only (per year)

University California (UC)

Four year $13,200

California State University (CSU)

Four year $6,633

MSJC Two year $1,472 (16 units per semester)

Private College Two or Four Year

30,500

Out of State College

Two or Four Year

Out of state fee’s can add and additional estimate of

$10,000 to your tuition

University of California

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How much does it cost to attend a UC?

California State University

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How much does it cost to attend a CSU?

Average full time status cost: Prices range based on major and CSUhttps://secure.csumentor.edu/faq/finaid_costs.asp

Out of State Cost

12 http://money.cnn.com/tools/collegecost/collegecost.html

University Admission Requirements

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A-G RequirementsRigor of secondary school record (IB, ECP,

AP,Honors)SAT/ACT (or both) State Residency Academic GPA First generation college student Application Essay – IMPORTANT!Talent/Ability Community Involvement

A – G Requirements

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A – 2 years of HistoryB – 4 years of EnglishC – 3 years of Math including Integrated I, II, III or

Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or higherD – 2 years of Lab Science: Biology, Chemistry,

PhysicsE – 2 years of Language other than EnglishF – 1 year of Visual Performing ArtsG – 1 year of College Prep Electives

Admissions Tests

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SAT

ACT

Assessments for course placement

SAT vs. ACT

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All colleges accept both the ACT and the SAT Science: on ACT but not SAT: Science questions intended to

test reading and critical thinking skills more than in depth questions about science.

Writing: Both the SAT and ACT include an essay; SAT imbedded into test whereas you have to sign up for the writing for ACT

Scoring: Each section of the SAT is scored on a scale of 200 to 800 with 2400 being the highest possible combined score. The ACT, on the other hand, scores each section on a scale of 1 to 36

Regardless of which test you take, or if you take both, prepare! There are free resources and prep books, classroom and online courses, or tutoring programs available to you

New SAT coming in 2016!

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www.shmoop.com

Recommendation Letters

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If you need a letter from your counselor be prepared to:Bring a “Brag Sheet” outlining:

Strengths Outstanding characteristics Academic and other awards Community service/volunteer work Extracurricular activities (sports, clubs, leadership) Unique personal circumstances Work Experience

You may also request letters from teachers, church or community leaders, or the vice president, or C.E.O.

Submit requests for recommendation letters no less than TWO WEEKS in advance.

California Community Colleges

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112 Campuses Every CCC has the same fee per unit

Community College Admission Requirements

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SAT/ACT not requiredA-G not requiredOnline Application - FreeOrientation AssessmentsOfficial Transcript after Graduation

Assessment Test

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English and Math AssessmentsNot a Pass or Fail TestPlaced in appropriate courses to match the

students current Math & English levelStudy for assessments before taking

Community College WebsiteAssessment Test Tab

Free workshops Test Preview and study Guides

Practice tests @ http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/accuplacer/index.html

Trade/Vocational Schools

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Trade schools teach job specific skillsCulinary, automotive, cosmetology, esthetician, medical

tech, interior design, photography, carpentry, plumbing, dental hygienist, nursing

1000’s of trade & vocational schools to consider if you feel like college is not for you

Provides skills necessary to enter the job market with a particular trade

Possibility to earn a Certificate, Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree with in the trade school

Financial Aid

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FAFSA – Parent Night on Thursday, January 22nd at 5:00pm

“CASH FOR COLLEGE” EventThe evening of Wednesday, February

4th (?)Grants (Cal or Pell)– FREE MONEY

Loans – Student and/or Parent will pay back

Personal/FederalWork Study – Convenient job on campus

through FAFSA applicationScholarships – Apply before you start college

& during college years

Pell Grant - Financial Aid Award

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Get an estimate now of how much your student will receive https://studentaid.ed.gov/fafsa/estimate

Cal Grant - Financial Aid Award

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By submitting the FASFA by March 2nd

For graduating high school seniors that meet academic, financial and eligibility requirements and submit two forms by the Cal Grant deadline, you may receive a Cal Grant!1. FASFA by March 2nd

2. Cal Grant GPA by September 2nd

Cal Grant A, B, or C…

http://www.calgrants.org/index.cfm?navid=11

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• Students from low-income families and financially independent students are more likely to receive gift aid and larger awards than students from higher-income families.

• The more gift aid awarded, the less students and parents need to contribute through savings, income or loans.

• The higher the income level, the higher the expected parent contribution. http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/paying-for-uc/how-aid-works/estimate-your-aid/index.html

Searching for Scholarships

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View www.sjva.net for local scholarship opportunities

Fastweb www.fastweb.com

The largest and most complete source of scholarships available

Personalized matching of scholarships to your unique profile

Many scholarship opportunities New scholarships added every day

How to Pick your College

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Determine what you might like to studyDo your research!Visit campuses (college fieldtrips)Compile a list of possible colleges or

universitiesOutline an education planOutline a financial planTake into consideration your “GUT FEELING”

What Careers Should you Consider?

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Major vs. CareerMAJOR CAREER

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Subject Based on study, interest,

aptitude, or abilityIt is the Academic

requirement for graduation

Learn theories and principles of the subject

Further development of individual skills needed for career

Gain knowledgeInvolvement outside

of educationOne career can be

open to several types of majors

Volunteer/Internship experience can help gain employment after college

31 http://www.bls.gov/ooh/About/Projections-Overview.htm

Things to consider NOW!

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Your transcript is your permanent academic record. NO D’s or F’s!

Develop positive study habitsPrepare to take rigorous classes,

such as IB, Honors, ECP

Research careers and colleges on websites:Cacareercafe.comAssist.orgCaliforniacolleges.eduMynextmove.org

International Baccalaureate

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IB Diploma Program is a two-year program beginning in 11th grade

Students can enroll in all IB courses or select coursesPromotes the education of the whole person

emphasizing intellectual, personal, emotional and social growth

Very rigorous course of study in all academic disciplines

IB Diploma well recognized in all colleges and universities

Weighted G.P.A. Passing assessments may give students college

credit

KNOWLEDGEABLE

INQUIRERS

THINKERS

COMMUNICATORS

PRINCIPLED

OPEN-MINDED

CARING

RISK-TAKERS

BALANCED

REFLECTIVE

Sample Schedule Junior YearIB English HL1IB History of the Americas HL1IB Theater HL1IB Chemistry SL or IB Biology HL1IB Math Studies SLIB Spanish SL

Sample Schedule Senior YearIB English HL2IB History of the Americas HL2 (meets gov/econ

senior requirement)

IB Theater HL2IB Chemistry SL or IB Biology HL2IB TOK (Theory of Knowledge)Elective Course (4th year of math)

Early College Program3.0 GPA holders are invited to assess at the

end of their 9th, 10th & 11th grade yearCourses that fulfill both high school and

college requirementsFree enrollment and textbooksRigorous courseworkExposure to college coursesWeighted G.P.A. (affects class ranking and

cumulative GPA)Transferable to most colleges and

universities37

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We know what we are, We know what we are, but know not what we but know not what we

may be.may be. ~~William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare

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Though no one can go back and Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a can start from now and make a

brand new beginning!brand new beginning!

Handouts

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Questions?