College Talk 2015

What are your plans?

Counseling Office

Mrs. Ashwell Secretary Ms. Purvis Registrar / Records Mrs. Gould Clerk / Support

Mr. Derum Counselor (A-G) Ms. Mackey Counselor (H-O) Mr. Ahlgren Counselor (P-Z) Mrs. McGuire Special Projects

Graduation RequirementsTotal Credits Required 220

English 40 credits Math 20 credits (must pass Algebra 1) Life Science 10 credits Physical Science 10 credits Visual / Performing Art 10 credits PE 20 credits American Gov. / Econ. 5 credits each US History 10 credits World History 10 credits Social Studies elective 5 credits Health 5 credits Pass CAHSEE (English and Math) with passing score of 350

Grade Point Average

Why go on to Post Secondary College Education?

College graduates tend to lead happier, more productive lives

College graduates travel more College graduates are more likely to vote and be

involved in their communities College graduates earn nearly twice as much over their

lifetimes than those without a college education Degree holders have fared better on the job front during

the recession whereas workers with only a high school diploma saw the fewest job gains

College Graduates Earn More Money

High School Dropout

High School Graduate

Some College, No Degree

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctorate (Ph.D.)

Professional Degree

$1,102,120

$1,531,400

$1,863,040

$1,920,680

$2,742,160

$3,337,800

$4,449,440

$5,612,760

Average Lifetime Earnings

College = Lower Unemployment Rates

High School Dropout

High School Graduate

Some College, No Degree

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Doctorate (Ph.D.)

Professional Degree

9.0%

5.7%

5.1%

3.7%

2.8%

2.4%

2.0%

1.7%

Unemployment Rates

Higher Education in California

Four Systems of Higher Education

1. The California Community Colleges (CCC)

2. The California State University (CSU)

3. The University of California (UC)

4. Independent California Colleges and Universities (private)

California Community Colleges (CCC)

Largest system of higher education in the world with 110 campuses across the state

Offer two-year Associate Degrees, certificate programs, and occupational ed. courses

Enable you to complete your first two years towards a Bachelor’s Degree

Assist students in the transfer process to a four-year school

California State University(CSU)

Nation’s largest system of higher education offering a Bachelor’s Degree or higher with 23 campuses

Academic programs in Liberal Arts, Engineering, Computer Science, and more

Emphasis on teaching and undergraduate studies

Diverse faculty with a rich blend of educational and work experience

University of California(UC)

One of the most prestigious systems of higher education in the nation with 10 campuses

Offer Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate and professional degrees (e.g., law, medicine, and more)

Research emphasis offers undergraduate students unique opportunities

California’s Independent / Private Educational Institutions

Include major research universities, liberal arts colleges, religion-affiliated liberal arts colleges, and specialized training institutes

May cost more. However, financial aid can help make them more affordable.

COLLEGE AdmissionsA-G Minimum requirements include:

(A) 2 years of History / Social Science (B) 4 years of English (C) 3 years of Math courses (through Algebra 2) (D) 2 years of Science, 2 of which must be

lab-based science courses (E) 2 years of LOTE (Language other than English) (F) 1 year Visual or Performing Art (G) 1 college-prep Elective course ALL A-G COURSES MUST BE COMPLETED WITH

“C” OR BETTER!

College Entrance Exams(SAT / ACT)

Exams must be completed by December of senior year for consideration at most colleges

Check each college website for their deadlines since they can vary

SAT information www.collegeboard.com ACT information www.act.org You must release your scores to the

colleges where you are applying

ACT vs. SAT What’s the difference?

ACT Science, math, reading,

English Accepted nationally Curriculum-based No penalty for wrong

answers All multiple choice Writing essay is optional Perfect score is 36

New SAT Reading, math, writing &

language tests Continued emphasis on

Reasoning, with a stronger focus on knowledge skills

No penalty for wrong answers

Writing essay is optional Perfect score is1600

College Athletics

You must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center online to be recruited for Division 1 and some Division 2 schools.– www.eligibilitycenter.org

Many Division 2 and 3 schools are members of NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics).

College Planning Calendar (Junior Year) Plan ahead!

Fall-Winter: Register to take the PSAT. PSAT will be Wednesday, October 14th at 8:00 a.m. here at EC. Register in the Finance Office.– Stay on track with ALL course work.

Spring: Register to take the SAT and/or ACT in April, May, or June (then again in the fall!)

Spring-Summer: Visit as many colleges as possible during spring and summer vacations.

Why take the PSAT?

Practice for the SAT, prediction for SAT performance, identify weaknesses

Qualify for National Merit Scholarship Participate in college search service When you get your test results, connect your College

Board and Khan Academy®accounts to get free personalized SAT study recommendations.

Bring student ID, pencils, and calculator to the exam.

ARE YOU STILL CONFUSED ABOUT YOUR FUTURE?

Tips for Researching Colleges

www.californiacolleges.eduVisit colleges at fall preview daysVisit the College and Career Center

at the Central Library in downtown Sacramento

Know your interests and valuesLearn about majors and programs

Need help researching colleges? Naviance can help!

Find college matches Investigate colleges that align with career aspirations

and interests Learn about the college decision process,

enrollment, majors, student activities, and financial aid process.

Take career interest and personality assessments to help with picking a college major

Create a post-secondary plan of action!

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Consider College Characteristics

What majors are offered? Admission procedures?Location and size?Cost and financial aid?Campus activities and support

services?College affiliation and accreditation?

College Selection

Talk to family and friends Write down what you want or need from your school:

close or distant, public or private, big or small, and so forth

College Board offers an opportunity to find schools that match your needs at collegeboard.org under the College Planning tab

Explore CA colleges at www.californiacolleges.edu

Other Tips for College Selection

Stay overnight in a dorm Visit the student union Tour the surrounding area Eat a meal on campus and ask about food

plan options Sit in on a class Visit when college classes are in session Make notes about each school that you visit

Remember…

It is up to you! You don’t want to find yourself stuck in a bad place!

So, get informed…

and set goals!

PLAN!