Senior Class Presentation

Class of 2014

Topics Covered

Graduation RequirementsOptions After High SchoolCollege OptionsCollege AdmissionsCost of Education Beyond High School Financial AidResourcesFamily Connection – NavianceQ & A

Graduation Requirements

1. 225 Credits – Seniors at the start of the fall semester should have 165 credits

2. Fulfill Subject Requirements

3. Pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

Language Arts Math

English 40 credits Math 30/40 credits Social Science 30 credits

(World History, US History, Government & Economics) Science 20 credits Language OR Visual Performing Art 10 credits Career Technical Education 10 credits PE 20 credits Health 5 credits Elective 60 credits

Fulfilling WHS’s subject requirements is sufficient for students planning on attending a 2 year college and transferring to a 4

year college

Subject Requirements

Minimum A- G Requirements for CSU/UC

Options After High School

Community CollegeCalifornia State University (CSU)University of California (UC)Private CollegesTechnical SchoolsU. S. MilitaryApprenticeshipsGap YearWorkTravel

WHS – Class of 2013

CC – 225 CSU - 74 UC – 37 Private - 26 Employed – 10 Military - 9

Community College59%

Employed3%

Private University

7%

Military2%

Califonia State Univ19%

Univeristy of California10%

Class of 2013 - Life after High School

Community CollegeEmployedPrivate UniversityMilitaryCalifonia State UnivUniveristy of California

College Systems

Community CollegesCalifornia State UniversityUniversity of CaliforniaIndependent/Private Schools

Community College

• Largest system of higher education in the world serving 2.6 million students

• Sixty percent students who received their bachelor’s degree at a CSU and thirty percent of students who graduated from a UC school started their education at a California Community College

• Some famous community college alumni

Steve Jobs (De Anza College) George Lucas (Modesto Jr. College) John Madden (CSM)

Community Colleges

112 Throughout CaliforniaAccepts 100% Of High School Graduates or

students 18 or overVocational Programs; Technical ProgramsGuaranteed Transfer Programs to four year

colleges – transfer as a junior$46.00/unit (average full time student 12-15 units)60% of CSU students/30% of UC students started

out at the community collegesFamous Alumni: Steve Jobs (De Anza College),

George Lucas (Modesto JC), John Madden (CSM)

Community CollegeMatriculation Process

1. Apply for Admission in the spring of 2014 (CSM – can start now – make sure it is for Fall, 2014)

2. Take Placement Tests (Math & English) Practice Tests online

3. Attend Orientation

4. See College Counselor

5. Register for Classes

Priority Enrollment Program(PEP)

The PEP Program is available at Skyline College and College of San Mateo – it gives students a chance to register for classes early.

To Qualify for PEP:1. Apply online2. Complete Placement Testing3. Sign up for a PEP Orientation Date4. FREE Skyline – http://www.skylinecollge.edu College of San Mateo - http

://collegeofsanmateo.edu/apply

Skyline College Transfer Conference

September 28th – 8:30 – 2:30 Bldg. 6, Room 6202Information on transferring to a 4 year collegeTips & resources to get aheadExploring a majorMeet University representativesStudent PanelBreakfast & lunch providedPrizes and a day of fun and great informationRSVP: www.SkylineCollege.edu/transfercenter or

call: 650-738-4232

California State University

• Nation’s largest and most diverse university system in the U.S.

• Mission is “to provide high-quality, affordable higher education to meet the changing workforce needs of California

• Visit csumentor.edu for more information on various campuses and application process

California State University

Top 33% of high school students23 campuses throughout CaliforniaMinimum GPA – 2.0/using CSU’s eligibility index 2.99 GPA – 510 SAT; 2.0 GPA – 1300 SATSAT Reasoning (Critical Reading & Math) or ACTSAT code – 3594 can be used to have scores sent to

all CSUsNo community service/extra-curricular

requirements or personal essayAverage tuition & fees - $6500 (room/board not

included)

California State University – Application Process

Apply online at www.csumentor.eduFiling Period: October 1st – November 30th

No personal statement or letters of recommendation

Last SAT – December, 2013 (Nov. for impacted schools)

Application fee - $55/per schoolFee waiver built in the applicationApply early! Check individual campuses for

updated information/deadlines16 campuses are impacted

University of California

• The UC System is among the world’s greatest educational and research universities

(6 of the 9 UC’s are in the top 25 public universities in the nation – 2013 U.S. News and World Report)

• The University of California’s fundamental missions are teaching, research, and public service

• Visit www.universityofcalifornia.edu for more information

University of California

Top 12.5% of high school students9 undergraduate campuses/1 graduate schoolMinimum GPA 3.011 a-g courses by the end of junior yearSAT Reasoning or ACT with writingSAT/ACT scores can be sent to one UC – all UCs will receiveSAT II no longer required, recommended for some majorsComprehensive ReviewExtra-curricular activities & community servicePersonal StatementAverage tuition and fees - $13,500 (room/board not

included)

UC COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

GPA in “a-g” courses SAT or ACT w/writing Courses beyond the minimum 15 “a-g”courses Honors, AP, IB, college courses ELC- top 9% Quality of senior year courses Academic performance given opportunities available in high

school Outstanding performance in one or more subject areas Outstanding work in one or more special projects in any

academic field Marked improvement Talents, achievements Special projects (evidence of special effort and determination or

suitability to a program on a specific campus) Accomplishments in light of life experience Location of school or home

Personal Statement

Two Prompts:“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.”

“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?

1000 words total – not recommended to have less than 250 words for either prompt

Complete essays in word and cut and pasteIf requesting a teacher or counselor to review your essay,

make sure you give them enough time to look it over

Admissions To The UC System

Statewide Path 1. Top 9% of California High School Students 2. Applicants meet general requirements and have a high score on the UC Admission Index

Local Path – Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC) 1. Top 9% of students in local high school 2. Applicants have a 3.0 gpa or better in a-g courses 3. Applicants meet 9% benchmark gpa for their high school.

Both Paths = 10.5% of high school students.

Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC)

Top 9% of students in their classCompleted a specific pattern of 11 UC approved a-g

courses by the end of 11th gradeEarn a specific GPA or higher in the 11 courses Complete the full a-g pattern by the end of 12th

gradeStudents will know their ELC status after they

submit their applicationViewed very favorably, but not guaranteed

admission to your top UC choice (except UC Merced)

If student is not identified as ELC, student can still be eligible for UC through the statewide path

UC Application Process

www.universityofcalifonia.edu/admissionsFiling Period: November 1st – November 30th

(website opens Oct. 1st)Last SAT/ACT with writing – December, 2013Filing Fee: $75/each schoolFee Waiver Built In Application (up to 4 campuses)Personal StatementExtra-curricular activities, community serviceEmphasize leadership rolesApply broadly

Independent Colleges

• Check website for requirements and application process

• Most schools require a letter of recommendation from teachers/counselors

• Most schools use the Common Application – Check additional supplements

• For some private schools – need CSS Profile (Collegeboard in addition to the FAFSA & Cal Grant

Independent Colleges

1600 throughout the nation; 77 in CaliforniaEligibility requirements varyCommon Application – check supplementsRecommendations and essay required for mostCosts - $30,000 - $60,000Often have generous financial aidFee waivers available (free/reduced lunch

students)Check individual schools for GPA, standardized

tests requirementswww.aiccu.edu – California independent collegeswww.naicu.edu – Independent Colleges nationwide

Per Year Estimated college costs

Comm. Coll. ($)

CSU ($) UC ($) Independent ($)

Registration and Fees

1,140 – 1,420 6,624 – 7,921 10,070 – 15, 123

28, 314 – 56,723

Books and Supplies

1,754 1,754 1,754 1,754

Room and Board

3,550 – 11, 783

8, 787 – 13, 052

(on campus)

11, 924 – 14, 856

(on campus)

8, 610 – 15,900

(on campus)

Transportation

1,484 1,484 1,484 1,484

Personal Exp.

3, 288 3, 288 3, 288 3, 288

TOTAL 11,496 – 19,449

21,937 – 27,499

31,520 – 36,505

43,450 – 79,149

Financial Aid

ScholarshipsGrantsLoansWork Study

Financial Aid Night At WHS

Date: January 16, 2014

Time: 6:30 pm

Where: WHS Schultz Theater

What: Step by Step instructions on filling out the FAFSA and general financial aid information

Who: All seniors and their parents are invited to attend

Specific Financial Aid for UCs

Blue and Gold PlanFamily Income less than $80,000Grant and scholarship money from all sources to

equal systemwide tuition and fees – approximately $13,000

Middle Class Scholarship (MCSP)Family Income between $80,000 - $150,000May receive a partial scholarship based on a sliding

scale

Students must be California residents & must file the FAFSA and the Cal Grant by March 2, 2014

Miscellaneous

College eligibility – based on 10th & 11th grade gradesD’s not acceptable for a-g coursesSAT/ACTs – last one in Dec. 2013Designate an email for college and scholarships and

check the email regularly and meet all deadlinesPrivate Schools – CSS Profile in addition to the FAFSA

and Cal Grant formExtra-curricular/community service – include

leadership rolesInclude community college courses on college

applicationCareer Center – scholarships, work permits

SAT/ACT

Westmoor High School Code - 050723CSU’s will use highest SAT or ACT score from

multiple sittings – 3594 can be used for one CSU and all CSUs will receive the SAT score

UC’s will use only highest combined SAT or ACT score from a single sitting – students can send SAT scores to one campus and all of them will receive the score

All SAT and ACT tests must be completed by DECEMBER of Senior year

Impacted CSU campuses prefer that students complete testing by the November test dates

Academic Resources

After School Tutoring Mondays & Wednesdays : 2:45 – 3:30 pm in Room 811 Thursdays: 2:45 – 3:30 pm in Library

Khan Academy www.khanacademy.org

Daly City Library http://main.daly.ca.brainfuse.com/

Family Connection - Naviance

Web-based resource designed to help students make decisions about courses, colleges, scholarships and careers

Provides communication link between school and home

Log in using your same Synergy user name & password:

http://connection.naviance.com/westmoorhigh

JUHSD College Fair

College Fair at Serramonte Shopping Center

Date: October 9, 2013Time: 5:00 – 7:00pmWho: 75+ Colleges will be representedAll students & parents are invited to attend

Great opportunity to learn more about colleges and speak directly with the representatives!

Career/College Center in Library Ms. Aguas

Open Monday – Friday11:30am – 3:30pm

*Issuance of work permits for minors *Scholarship information

*College information*Part-time job information

*Volunteer and community service opportunities

Aaron – Deauna, Jon: Ms. MezzeraDeauna, Justin – Hui, Caesar: Ms. NereuHui, Liza - Mabana: Ms. EnglishMacababbad - Remigo: Ms. Carew Revilleza – Zuniga: Ms. Tham

Counselor(s) are available everyday on a drop-in basis during lunch and after school

Students can make an appointment using the binder located in the counseling hallway

Westmoor Counseling Department

Relax!Enjoy the process!No college choice is a bad one!Seniors and parents of seniors – Be kind to

each other!

RELAX…ENJOY SENIOR YEAR!

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