TPHS JU

NIOR PA

RENT

NIGHT

MAY 6, 2015

• TPHS graduation requirements

• UC/CSU A-G requirements

• TPHS College & Career

Center

• Discuss Post-High School Options

• SAT and ACT test dates

• Letters of

recommendation

• NAVIANCE

• Prospective College Athlete Information

• Tips for College Applications and Selection

TONIGHT’S PRESENTATION:

TPHS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS/ UC & CSU ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

“D” GRADES

UC and CSU campuses consider a D grade in a required subject a Subject Omission.

Students who have received a D grade in a required course need to repeat the course in order to be eligible to apply to a UC or CSU campus…

HOWEVER…there are exceptions…

-Math-World Languages

*See your counselor for specific information*

TPHS COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

• Access to computers to use NAVIANCE program• College resources & materials• College Admission Testing resources & materials• Financial Aid/Scholarship information• Career related information• Military resources• Summer programs and travel abroad programs• Host college visits from over 100 College and University representatives primarily

during the fall semester• Special programming events (Such as NAVIANCE Parent Training)

Funded by TPHS Foundation!

COLLEGE VISITS IN THE CCC…

• Get an insider’s view of the college and a flavor of the school• Chance for the representative to “put a face with a name”• Often the college representative is the reader for our region• Representatives offer insight into the application process• A chance for students to ask direct questions to representative • College representatives often give students their contact

information and offer assistance during the application process• Demonstrate interest!

POST-HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONS

• In Between or Growth (Gap) Year• Applied Technical Schools• Military• Community College or 2 year College• 4 year College/University

IN-BETWEEN YEAR OR GROWTH (GAP) YEAR

• Allows student to grow and mature and recover from burnout.

• Options include established programs for personal growth, travel, service (City Year), internships in National Parks and 13th year programs for students who want to improve their grades and study a bit before college.

• East Coast Prep schools are a common option.• Check with individual colleges to learn about their GAP

year protocol.

APPLIED TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

• Often referred to as vocational schools. • They offer specific training, usually in shorter periods

of time than traditional community colleges or Universities.

• These schools usually cost more than Community Colleges and the credits earned at them may or may not be transferable to four-year schools.

• Local Examples: DeVry Institute, Bryman College, Media Tech Institute, Culinary Institute, UEI, Paul Mitchell, The School.

MILITARY

• The military is an option for all high school graduates.

• Eighteen year old boys are required to register with the selective service. They must register in order to be eligible for federal financial aid for college.

• Information and applications for Military contact and ROTC scholarships are available in the College and Career Center.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE/ 2 YEAR COLLEGE

• At a 2 year college, students can receive an Associate degree, pursue an applied career path, or choose to transfer to a 4 year University.

• TAG Program Option• Some California CC’s offer off campus housing; refer

to NAVIANCE for a complete list.• 123 California Community Colleges.• Ambassadors from Mira Costa CC are on our campus

each week to meet with students in the College & Career Center.

REASONS TO CONSIDER COMMUNITY COLLEGE

• You are short on college funds.• You are not sure about college. • You are not sure what kind of program you want to

pursue.• Your GPA is not so great and you want to build your skills

before transferring.• You’d like a career-oriented degree, such as a fashion-

design or computer-certification program. • You work, or have commitments, and need a flexible

schedule.

4 YEAR COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY

• California State University (CSU)• University of California (UC)• Out of State Colleges/Universities• Private Colleges/Universities

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU)

23 campusesService Area: CSU San MarcosApplicants must meet the A-G subject

requirementsApply online @ www.csumentor.edu

Students are evaluated through eligibility index:

SAT (V&M) + (800 x GPA*) = 2900 or above

(10 x composite ACT score) + (200 x GPA*) = 694 or above

* 10-12 GPA

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (UC)• 9 campuses• Visit: pathways.ucop.edu/doorways/list for a

complete list of Torrey Pines High School UC approved courses

• Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements• Apply online @ www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply• Application determined by comprehensive review or

holistic review process• CSIS ID # = State ID # (on student transcript)

OUT OF STATE & PRIVATE COLLEGES

• Admission requirements vary by institution• Often use “committee” type admission process• Students should check with individual campuses to

determine admission requirements & deadlines• Many campuses use the Common Application (Visit

www.commonapp.org)• Letters of Recommendation may be required

WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING FOR

THE “RIGHT” COLLEGE MATCH1. Start with who you are and why you are going.2. Size matters: Your college does not have to be bigger than your high school.3. A name-brand college will not guarantee your success.4. You don't need to pick a major to pick a college.5. You don't have to go to college right away, and it's never too late.6. There is a college for EVERYONE!7. Look for schools that match your strengths and learning style.8. Know yourself…Identify the priorities for you and your family.

*Source: NPR, Martha O’Connell

SAT/ACT TEST INFORMATION

University of California:• Require SAT reasoning or ACT w/ writing• SAT subject exams optional (highly recommended for college of engineering

applicants (Math Level 2 and Science)

CSU: • Require SAT or ACT w/ writing

Private Schools:• Refer to school websites, some allow ACT exam to replace subject test

requirements.

* Check specific program testing requirements- as some majors require certain subject tests

UPCOMING SAT AND ACT TESTS DATES

SAT:Spring: June 6th

Fall: October 3rd, November 7th December 5th*

Register at: www.collegeboard.org

ACT: Spring: June 13th

Fall: September 12th , October 24th, December 12th*Register at: www.act.org

*Check with individual colleges to determine if they will accept December test date.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION• Required by many colleges on Common Application (check

www.commonapp.org for individual college requirements).

• Recommend 10th or 11th grade teacher of an academic subject for letters of recommendation.

Students should ask teachers and counselors well in advance (at least 2 weeks) for a letter of recommendation, and thank them after.

• Letters to common application colleges are generally submitted through NAVIANCE by teachers and counselors.

• Student and parent must sign a FERPA waiver before a teacher or counselor writes and submits letter of recommendation.

• Brag packets for teachers and counselors are available on NAVIANCE (student account only) in the “about me” section

COUNSELOR LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION DEADLINES

For Early Admissions:▪October 1st 2015

▪ The deadline to request a LOR and submit student’s brag packet for all colleges/scholarships with an application deadline that is Dec. 1st 2015 or before.

For Regular Admissions:▪October 30th 2015

▪ The deadline to request a LOR and submit student’s brag packet for all colleges/scholarships with an application deadline that is Dec. 2nd 2015 or after.

NAVIANCE

• College Search database• Program allows student to form a personalized college list• Personality Profile• Sign up for College visits• Build resume• Advertise important TPHS events• Counselors and Teachers send materials (recommendations, transcript,

etc.) to Common App colleges through NAVIANCE• Parents also have access to the program• Remember to utilize an active e-mail address with an appropriate user

nameAll Students and parents are highly encouraged to register

(Account access: students- “Student ID”, parents- “student id#p”)

DEVELOPING A COLLEGE LIST

WHAT IS A… SAFETY? LIKELY? REACH?

Safety

• Student far exceeds college admission average GPA, and test scores.

• Student is interested in attending school.

Likely

• Student has the average college admission GPA and test scores.

• Student is interested in attending school.

Reach

• Student is below the average college admission GPA and test scores.

• Student is interested in attending school.

NAVIANCE: SCATTER GRAMS

PROSPECTIVE COLLEGE ATHLETES

NCAA Eligibility Center

1. Students need to register online by end of Junior year at: www.eligibilitycenter.org

2. Ensure students are meeting the NCAA course requirements.• Student athletes may no longer enroll in BYU Online courses in order to meet

NCAA Division I core course requirements. • ISOL classes are not NCAA approved.

3. Students need to bring signed FERPA form, found on NAVIANCE, and stamped & addressed envelope to TPHS Registrar.

THANK YOU!

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