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Chula Vista High School Junior Class Presentation
CVH Counselors
CVH Counselors
Student Last Name Counselor
A - CASTI Ms. mARSHALL
CASTI - ESO Ms. Duarte
ESP- HERNADEZ, O. Ms. PADILLA
HERNANDEZ, P - MAU MS. LEDEZMA
MAV - PEREZ MS. ARAKI
PEREZ -* - Sanchez, O. MR. BATISTA
SANCHE, P. - Z Ms. Peñuelas
Meeting Agenda
Review of High School Graduation Requirements
College and Career Planning
Post-Secondary Options
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
A- History
8 Semester Credits World Geography
World History
US History
Government/Economics
B- English
8 Semester Credits 9-12th Grade
C- Math
6 Semester Credits
*Must complete Algebra, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra or/combination Integrated Math Course I, II & III
D- Science
4 Semester Credits Biology
Chemistry or Physics
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
E- Foreign Language
4 Semester Credits of the SAME Language
F- Visual/Performing Art
2 Semester Credits
G- College Elective
2 Semester Credits
Physical Education
4 Semester Credits
Academic Electives
5 Semester Electives
Comprehensive Health
1 Semester Health
44 Total Credits
CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam)
Math and English
30 Hours Community Service
How can I recover credits?
See your counselor ASAP for an application!
APEX
Online credit recovery course for most A-G courses.
Credit recovery
Not all courses guaranteed to be offered.
College Planning
College entrance requirements
A-G Subject Requirements – All courses must be completed with a “C” or better
Grade Point Average (GPA) Minimum UC GPA is 3.0
Minimum CSU GPA is 2.0
(UC and CSU GPA calculated solely on a-g courses take in grades 10-11)
Private universities GPA varies
Community College
College Entrance Exams
A-G Requirements
A) US History, Government/World Cultures 2 years
B) English 9-12 (ELD 7/8 may apply) 4 years
C) Algebra, Formal Geometry, Int. Algebra,
Math Analysis, Calculus 3 years
(4 yrs recommended)
D) Biology, Chemistry, Physics 2 years
(3 recommended of
Laboratory Science)
E) Foreign Language 2 years
(3 yrs recommended)
F) Visual and Performing Arts 1 year
G) College-Prep Elective 1 year
FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT STEP
University of California (UC) www.universityofcalifornia.edu
Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs
Campuses 10
Selection Top 9% of high school class guaranteed admission; remaining 15% admitted using different criteria
*Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA- Average is 4.0 GPA
Estimated Cost $13,300 for fees; $14,000 for room and board; $1,500 for books/supplies
University of California (UC)
Entrance Requirements *Completion of A-G coursework 3.0 GPA
*SAT Reasoning or ACT
*SAT Subject Tests recommended
Other Info Personal Statement required in application
and other factors such as community service, leadership roles and sports
California State University (CSU) www.csumentor.edu
Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs
Campuses 23
Selection Top 33% of high school graduates
*Must have a 2.0 GPA- average is 3.82 (SDSU) GPA
Estimated Cost $6,866 for fees; $12,080 for room and board; $1,719 for books & supplies average
California State University (CSU)
Entrance Requirements *Completion of A-G coursework with a minimum of a *2.0 GPA
*SAT Reasoning or ACT
*Satisfy the ELM/EPT
Other Info Compact for Success with San Diego State University
*3.0 A-G GPA, take the SAT/ACT and satisfy the ELM/EPT
Increasing your college Options and Choices!
Benchmarks
Enrolled by 9th grade and continuously attend
SUHSD high school
Attain a 3.0 CSU GPA and maintain through
senior year
Complete all CSU “a-g” course requirements
Satisfy the ELM
(Entry Level Math Placement Test)
Satisfy the EPT
(Entry Level English Placement Test)
Have taken the SAT
Reasoning or ACT test
Selection Process
GPA Requirement SAT Scores Math & Critical Rd.
GPA & SAT Formula First 40% of Students
Student Profile & Essay
(Comprehensive Review)
Remaining 60% of Students
3.0 minimum Average 4.0
Competitive Campus
Average 4.2
UCSD Average 4.13
1100+
Competitive Campus
Average 2018
UC & Private Colleges
Selection Process GPA Requirement
SAT Scores/ACT Math & Critical Rd.
GPA & SAT Formula GPA x 800 plus SAT
Scores All Campuses
2.0 minimum
SDSU Average 3.82
900+
SDSU 1152 (SAT)
25 (ACT)
CSU System
Selection Process GPA Placement Tests
Graduate or 18 Yrs. of Age
No Requirement Math & English
Community College
Private Colleges and Universities www.aiccu.edu
Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs
Campuses 77 Independent Colleges and Universities in CA
Selection Research the individual college for specific admission information
Estimated Cost Higher than public colleges and universities since they do not receive state funding
Private Colleges and Universities
Entrance Requirements
Research the individual college for specific admission information
Other Info Quite diverse in nature; offer a variety of financial aid programs
California Community Colleges (CC) www.ccco.edu
Programs Two-year associate degree programs, vocational or certificate programs
Campuses 109
Selection All high school graduates
Cost $1,104 for fees;$1,710 for books/supplies
California Community Colleges (CC)
Entrance Requirements
Open to all CA residents 18 years or older; high school diploma
Other Info Transfer opportunities to UC/CSU
Transferring to a UC or CSU
Extremely important to work closely with your CC Counselor at the time of admission
You will be more successful in transferring if you know the specific campus or major
Visit the ASSIST website to check transfer course requirements www.assist.org
Generally speaking, you will complete 2 years (60 units) at the CC and need a minimum GPA of 2.0 (for CSU) or 2.4 (for UC). Please note some campuses and programs may require a higher GPA.
Private Career and Technical Schools
Learn skills to prepare you for a specific job or career
Fields such as automotive/aircraft mechanics, health care, business, computer science, cosmetology and truck driving
Vary in both length and cost
Similar training may be available at ROP or Community College
Compare cost, time and reputation of school program before making a decision
US Military
Before signing any contract for military service, discuss the terms of the contract with your parent/guardian and counselor
US Military
You must take the ASVAB to find out what career choice you have About 80% of military jobs are of a non-combat
nature; 90% have direct civilian job a-likes
2 and 4-year ROTC programs lead to a college degree and commission as on officer
If you are interested in a Military Academy you must secure a Congressional nomination – start this process now!
www.todaysmilitary.com
Regional Occupational Centers (ROP)
Offers career training opportunities for high school students and adults Fields such as animal care, cosmetology,
culinary arts, hospitality/tourism, medical/dental
All courses are available tuition free
Many classes offer internships with local employers
www.sdcoe.net/rop
Apprenticeships
Earn money while learning an important skill
3-5 years of classroom and on-the-job training while working beside an experienced journeyperson
Paid $9-14/hour during apprenticeship and upon completion you can earn $30 or more
Occupations such as correctional officers, electricians, firefighters, machinists, automotive technicians, construction trades
www.calapprenticeship.org
Career Planning
A good place to start is with your personal interests, skills and things you do well
Make a list of things you enjoy doing
Try to identify experiences you’ve had that you might turn into a career
Talk with your counselor (Junior Credit Check), teachers or family
Career Planning
Complete an interest inventory ASVAB
www.cacareerzone.org
Investigate different careers www.onetcenter.gov
Explore colleges and majors Create a MyRoads account after taking
the PSAT
http://myroad.collegeboard.com
Who Requires Post-Secondary Testing?
EVERYONE!
Work Force- Entry tests
Military- ASVAB
Vocational/Technical Schools- Assessment test
Apprenticeships -Assessment test
4-Year Colleges
Community Colleges
Colleges & Universities (4-Year)
SAT Reasoning OR ACT
Required by all 4-Year colleges
ACT Plus Writing required by UC schools
SAT Subject Tests
Recommended by UC schools – check college and major to see which exams are recommended
College Entrance Exams - SAT
Administered by College Board www.collegeboard.com
SAT Reasoning Test Required by UC’s and CSU’s
Verbal, Math and Writing
SAT Subject Tests Recommended by University of California
(UC) & some Private Universities 2 Subject Tests in 2 different subject areas
College Entrance Exams - ACT
Administered by American College Testing Program www.actstudent.org
Five parts to exam: English
Math
Reading Comprehension
Science Reasoning
Writing You must choose “ACT Plus Writing”
How Do The Test Scores Compare?
SAT
Scored range is 200-800 per section added together for a combined score
There is a penalty for wrong answers
ACT
Score range is 1-36 for each subject, averaged for a composite score
There is no penalty for wrong answers
Preparing Early – the PSAT
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSQT)
Score Report Plus
Gives you your scores, ranges and percentiles
Review your answers
Improve your skills
My College QuickStart
Access PSAT scores at College Board website using the access code given on Score Report
Review your personalized SAT Study Plan
Early Assessment Program (EAP)
Measures readiness for college-level English and Math
One option to become exempt from the ELM and EPT (CSU Placement Exams)
Community Colleges (2-Year)
Assessment Tests
English, Reading and Math
ALL CCs require these assessments
Must be taken in the spring of senior year
Results will determine your class placement
Community Colleges in San Diego are: San Diego City, Mesa and Miramar College, Grossmont, Cuyamaca, Southwestern, MiraCosta, Palomar and Imperial Valley College
www.cccco.edu
Thank you!