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Transcript of Navigating Your Students Future Parent Session March 7, 2013 presents.
Navigating Your
Student’s FutureParent SessionMarch 7, 2013
presents
Topics• 4 Systems of Higher
Education• College Eligibility• Student-Athlete Eligibility• Financial Aid
Community College (CCC)http://www.cccapply.org/
4 Systems of Higher Education
University of California (UC)http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/
California State University (CSU)http://www.calstate.edu/
Private Colleges & Universitieshttp://www.aiccu.edu/
Community Colleges • There are 112 Community Colleges in
California
• They prepare students to transfer to four
year colleges: CSU, UC, Private /
Independent Colleges and Universities
• They offer Associates Degrees, Vocational
Certificate Programs, Nursing, Auto
Mechanic, etc…
• Application requirements: 18 years of age
or older with or without your HS diploma
OR under 18 with your HS diploma
California State University• There are 23 State Universities in
California.
• They offer Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
Some campuses are now offering
Professional degrees through joint
programs with the UC System.
• They accept the top 33% of high school
graduates.
• They accept students from high school and
community colleges.
• The CSU’s are teaching institutions.
•Application requirements:
- MUST have HS Diploma or equivalent - Minimum 2.0 GPA - Satisfy A-G subject requirements
- SAT Reasoning or ACT exam
California State University
University of California• There are 10 UC Campuses in the
state.
• They accept the 12.5% of the
graduating seniors in California.
• They offers Bachelors, Masters, and
Professional degrees.
• The UC’s are research institutions
and the primary disseminator of
PhD’s in the state.
Application requirements:
-MUST have a HS diploma or equivalent-Satisfy A-G subject requirements-Minimum 3.0 GPA-SAT reasoning or ACT exam-Personal statement-2 SAT subject exams (Strongly
recommended)-Honors & awards (Strongly
recommended)-Extracurricular activities/Community
service (Strongly recommended)
University of California
Private Universities and Colleges• There are over 75 private schools and
universities.
• They vary in size, cost, and prestige.
• They offer a variety of degrees from
Bachelors to professional degrees.
• They accept students from high school
and community colleges.
Application requirements: - MUST have a HS diploma or equivalent- Satisfy A-G subject requirements- Minimum 2.0 GPA- SAT reasoning or ACT exam- Personal statement- 2 SAT subject exams- Honors & awards (Strongly recommended)- Extracurricular activities/Community service (Strongly recommended)
Private Universities and Colleges
Requirements for Eligibility for a
NCAA ScholarshipMeet high school district graduation requirements
Complete A-G requirements for admissions to college (UC/CSU)\
Includes SAT or ACT *
Complete Core Course RequirementDivision I 16 Core CoursesDivision II 14 Core Courses
*MUST SEND SCORES DIRECTLY TO NCAA
A-G RequirementsThe A-G courses are a series of 15 units that need to be
taken in a specific order in high school to be eligible or admission to UCs and CSUs (a unit is equal to one academic year or two semesters of a class).
a. History/Social Science - 2 years required(US History or 1/2 yr. US History & 1/2 yr. American Government and World History)
b. English - 4 years required(College preparatory courses in composition and literature)
c. Mathematics - 3 years required, 4 years recommended(Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II)
d. Lab Science - 2 years required, 3 years recommended(Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
e. Language Other Than English - 2 years required, 3 years recommended (Same language)
f. Visual and Performing Arts - 1 year required (Must be sequential) Dance, Drama/Theatre, Music, Visual Art
g. College Preparatory Electives - 1 year required(Academic courses in any of the above “a-f” areas)
A-G Requirements
Requirement Comparisons
Graduation
A – G NCAADivision I
NCAADivision
II3 years Social Studies*
“A” 2 years History 2 years Social Studies
2 years Social Studies
4 years English*
“B” 4 years English 4 years English 3 years English
2 years Math* “C” 3 years Math Alg 1, Geo, Alg II
3 years Math(Alg 1 or higher)
2 years Math(Alg 1 or higher)
2 years Science* “D” 2 years Science 2 years Science (1 lab science)
2 years Science (1 lab science)
1 year Fine Art* “E” 2 years Foreign Lang
1 yearAdditional English, Math, Science
2 years additionalEnglish, Math, or Science
2 years PE* “F” 1 year Fine Art
4 years Additional CP class
3 years of additional courses (from any above)
1 Semester Practical Art*
“G” 1 year CP Elective
Health*
Additional Electives
ExamsPSAT ( Practice Version of SAT)
• Critical Reading • Math• Writing
ACT• Reading
Comprehension• Math• Social Science• Science Reasoning• Writing
SAT Reasoning Test • Critical Reasoning• Math• Writing
SAT Subject Tests2 Subjects of students choice from different academic subjects
Examples: Literature, Social Sciences, Math II, Sciences, L.O.T.E.
College Entrance Exam RequirementsUC• SAT Reasoning and/or ACT + Writing• SAT Subject Test (Literature, Math, Elective)CSU• Completion of SAT Reasoning or
ACT + WritingCCC• No exams required• Assessment TestPrivate Colleges and Universities• Varies from school to school• Please contact the schools for more information
When in doubt, follow the UC or CSU models.
Academic Advancements• Advanced Placement (AP) or
International Baccalaureate (IB) classes
• Honors Program
• Concurrent Enrollment: enrolling in college courses while in high school at a community college, which are transferable to a university after your student’s 9th grade year.
• Get a tutor or be a tutor
Extracurricular Activities
Look for groups on your high school campus and in the community that interest you:• Student Government • Drama, Arts, Music• Athletics• Community Service Volunteers • Debate Team• Academic Decathlon
“Brag Sheet”What Do I Put on the
Application?Leadership and Initiative•Length of involvement •Progression of leadership role in Club
•Team Captain•Editor of newspaper, magazine, or yearbook
•Work Experience•Student Government/ Leadership/ASB
•Tutor•Family Responsibilities
Brag Sheet Cont’d•Extracurricular Activities:
•Sustained, active participation is critical
•Volunteering in community programs
•Athletics•Journalism/ Creative Writing •Internships•Participation in research projects•Musical, Theatrical or artistic performances
•Participation in summer programs Honors and Awards:
•Essay or Speech Contest (Journalism, Debate team)•Community Service/ Volunteer Work •Religious activities•Sports and Recreations recognitions (Varsity letter)•Academic Recognitions (Science Fair) •Exam Scholarship Recipients (PSAT/STAR/AP)
Personal Statement
Use the college entrance essay to explain what your application doesn’t say about you.
•Tell your story•Who are you?•Why do you deserve to go to that school?•What have you done to get there?•How have your experiences shaped who you are?
What can the family do to help
your student go to college?
•PARENTS•Attend Parent Meetings and College Outreach events•Keep track of student’s grades and activities•Communicate with counselor on a regular basis. •Encourage student to participate in academic programs (i.e. Saturday programs, Summer programs, school workshops)
•ASK QUESTIONS!!!
What can the family do to help
your student go to college?•STUDENTS
• Attend academic events outside of your school, and EAOP events.
• Visit counselors and/or college advisors in your school college office once a week
• Take all practice college entrance exams: PSAT/EXPLORE
• Get Involved in extra-curricular activities that interest you
• Visit Universities and Colleges
• Attend College Outreach events
• ASK QUESTIONS!!!
Attending college is an investment
Higher Education is one of the best financial decisions one can make.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2006
Cost of Higher Education
Live ON Campus
Fees/Tuition
Only
UC: University Of
California
$24,000 $7,500
CSU: California State
University
$16,000 $3,700
CC: Community
College
*varies according to
Location
$1104*$46 per Unit
Private Universities and
Colleges
$16,000 - $45, 000
Who to contact for more information?
• Middle Schools– Principals, teachers, counselors
• High Schools– Principals, teachers, counselors,
career technicians
• Colleges and Universities– Admission & Outreach Services– Student service programs on campus
Financial Aid• Financial Aid: Money that is
given, paid or loaned to students by the government to help pay for college.
• Four types of Financial Aid: – Grants (Free Money)– Scholarships (Free Money)– Work-Study (Job opportunity to
earn money)– Loans (money borrowed that must
be repaid)
Sources of Financial Aid
• Federal government• State government• Colleges and universities• Private agencies,
companies, foundations, and your employers
Grants• Cal Grants• Pell Grants• Chafee Grant• Board of Governors' Fee
Waiver• CSU State University Grant • UC Grant• Independent College Grants
Federal Financial Aid
• The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Everyone should fill out a FAFSA (www.fafsa.ed.gov)
• FAFSA4Caster (www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov)
• You and the colleges you listed on the FAFSA will receive a Student Aid Report (SAR)
Financial Aid Tips• Submit all required forms by each
college’s published deadlines (but no later than March 2)
• By March 2, submit a Cal Grant GPA Verification Form
• Keep a copy of all forms submitted• Review the Student Aid Report (SAR)
Acknowledgement • Review the California Aid Report
(CAR)• Watch for financial aid award
notifications from colleges to which the student has been admitted
• ASK QUESTIONS!
What You Can do Now
Salute to Youth http://www.nasa.gov/centers/dryden/Features/youth_career_day.html
Cash for College www.avc.edu
California Gear-Up www.castategearup.org
AVID www.cde.ca.gov/ci/gs/ps/avidgen.asp
Early Academic Outreach Program
www.eaop.org
What You Can do Now
• Talk with NCAA Coordinator to assure your compliance with the NCAA
• Apply to NCAA Clearinghouse• Do a Career Search• Talk to your coach about your
interest in college sports• Take the ACT and/or SAT tests• Visit some of the schools you
might want to attend• Review the NCAA Guide for the
College-Bound Student Athlete• Apply online college applications• Sign up on FAFSA4Caster
Getting Ready for College
Campaign for College Opportunity
www.collegecampaign.org
College Bound www.collegebound.net
Career and College Clubs
www.careerandcollegeclubs.com
KnowHow2Go www.knowhow2gocalifornia.org
Reaching All Youth www.reachingallyouth.org
Choosing a Career
California Career Resources www.californiacareers.info
Who Do U Want 2B? www.whodoyouwant2b.com
California Career Zone www.californiacareerzone.org
Educational ResourcesCalifornia Colleges www.cde.gov
California Community Colleges www.cccco.edu
California State University www.csumentor.edu
University of California www.ucop.edu
Private/Independent College www.aiccu.edu
California Department of Education www.cde.ca.gov
Intersegmental Coordinating Committee
www.certicc.org
Student-Athlete ResourcesNCAA www.ncaa.org
NCAA Clearinghouse www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes
www.naia.org
California Community College Athletic Association
http://cccaasports.org/
Financial Aid ResourcesI Can Afford College www.icanaffordcollege.com
ScholarShare www.scholarshare.com
Save Me a Spot in College Scholarship Contest
www.collegecampaign.org/contest
Questions?