Doug Coleman, College Counselor (818) 830- 4354
Reggie Quemuel, Counselor (818)830- 4371

Do you know what your plans after high school will be? Would you like to know the requirements for getting into college? Did you know that you can receive money to go to college? Come ask more questions that you may have in room S4a (the College Office).

 Upcoming SAT Test Dates:

TEST DEADLINE	TEST DATE
PASSED	MARCH 12
APRIL 8	MAY 7
MAY 6	JUNE 4

CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK TO REGISTER FOR THE SAT!! www.collegeboard.org/

CLICK TO VIEW THE 2011 AP EXAM SCHEDULE!! apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/exam/calendar/index.html

Frequently Asked Questions

Which exams does the University of California System require?

• SAT Reasoning or SAT (plus Writing)
• Two SAT Subject Tests

What exams do Cal States require?

• SAT Reasoning or ACT

By when do universities want me to take these exams?

• no later than December of 2010

What does it cost to take the SAT or ACT exams?

• ACT Reasoning is $45
• SAT Subject Test basic fee is $20
• SAT Language Test with listening is an additional $20
• All other Subject Tests- add an additional $9 per test to the basic fee
• ACT Plus Writing fee is $48
• ACT (no Writing) is $33

How can I qualify for a fee waiver?

• 12th grade students on the lunch program for the fall semester
• 11th grade students on the lunch program for the spring semester

THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF COLLEGES

California Community College

• Must be 18 years or older (concurrent enrollment available for high school)
• No SAT's or ACT's required
• If elible, apply for "Honors Program"/ AP scores are accepted

California State University- "Cal States"

• Submit application between October 1- November 30
• Must complete A-G requirements/ College Prep Courses
• Performance on standardized tests (SAT or ACT)
• Minimum score based on Eligibility Index for students with a 2.99 GPA or lower. GPA's below a 2.0 do not qualify for regular admission
• No letters of recommendation required
• Apply online at www.csumentor.edu/

University of California- "UC's"

• Application period opens October 1
• Submit application between November 1- 30
• UC approved A-G courses (3.0 GPA or higher ONLY)
• Performance on standardized tests: SAT or ACT plus Writing, SAT Subject Tests (must be in 2 different areas)
• Quality, quantity and level of coursework throughout your entire high school program
• Participation in activities that develop talents, leadership and unique abilities
• Personal Statement required
• No letters of recommendation required

Private Colleges

• Check with each school's website to view requirements
• Over 300 colleges accept the Common Application. Apply online at www.commonapp.org/CommonApp/default.aspx
• Independent California Colleges. Apply online at www.aiccu.edu/index.php
• Up to four college application fee waivers are available to students in the free lunch program

How can I request a letter of recommendation from my teacher/ counselor for private colleges?

• Students must submit a "Brag Sheet" to your teacher/ counselor. You can obtain a Brag Sheet from the College Office

What forms do I need to apply for Financial Aid?

• FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), click here: www.fafsa.ed.gov/#
• Request a PIN for you and one of your parents
• CAL Grant GPA Verification Form are based on GPA's above 2.0
• CAL Grant GPA Verification form must be signed by Mr. Coleman
• CSS Profile is a financial aid form that some private colleges require, click here: profileonline.collegeboard.com/prf/index.jsp

When are my financial aid applications due?

• January 1, 2011- March 2, 2011 for FAFSA and CAL Grants
• Check with individual colleges for the CSS Profile deadline

Where can I find scholarships?

• visit www.fastweb.com/ and search scholarships at specific colleges

Last Updated Friday, March 04 2011 @ 12:25 PM PST