The document provides information about college education opportunities in California, including the different higher education systems, requirements for admission, financial aid options, and tips for college preparation and application. It discusses the benefits of a college degree such as greater career opportunities and increased earning potential. It also lists student organizations and campus activities at California State University San Marcos.

1. www.csusm.edu/outreach

3. A College Education = Greater Opportunities Greater Potential —College students discover new areas of knowledge, gain skills, consider lifelong goals, and become responsible citizens. Greater Knowledge —A college education increases a student’s ability to think critically and to express thoughts clearly in speech and writing. More Job Opportunities —More jobs today require education beyond high school. Community Role Model - others who want to go to college will look up to you and know that they can go to college, too. OPPORTUNITY 4

4. Go to College. It Pays. Source: http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.htm 5

5. College Preparation for Middle School Students… When should planning for College begin? Plan for enrollment in College Preparatory courses. ( Your Future worksheet ) Know the difference between high school graduation requirements and college entrance requirements- they’re not the same! Demonstrate personal accountability- meet deadlines and use time management skills to balance a busy schedule. Visit college campuses , attend college fairs, do research on the internet, make a connection Meet with your counselor to plan for high school and get assistance from a teacher, counselor, tutor, mentor when needed. Always be 100% College-Bound! SUCCESS 7

6. The Four Systems of Higher Education in California

7. Community Colleges Nearby

8. CA Community Colleges 109 campuses Transfer partners with four-year education systems in the state, Offer guaranteed admission transfer programs available with UC, CSU and Private Institutions Open Admission Offer both academic and Vocational courses www.cccco.edu

9. UC Campuses

10. University of California 10 campuses in CA – only 9 open for undergraduates Target upper 12% of high school students Minimum GPA is 3.0 Application criteria is based upon: A-G Courses and GPA SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing SAT Subject Tests Extracurricular Activities and Involvement Personal Statement Applications are due senior year from November 1st to November 30 th Admit upper division transfers only; Priority transfer admission for community college students www.universityofcalifornia.edu ABDC Kaba Modern-UC Irvine

11. Private and Independent Colleges

12. Private and Independent Colleges and Universities 77 Campuses throughout California Target students who are of good academic standing and in line with school mission Minimum GPA will VARY Requirements and Deadlines will VARY Most require A-G Track Pattern w/ specific course requests Most will request SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam Scores www.aiccumentor.edu Tiger Woods-Stanford Will Farrell-USC

13. CSU Campuses

14. California State University 23 Campuses in CA Target upper 33% of graduating high school seniors Minimum GPA is 2.0 Eligibility is based upon : A-G course GPA SAT reasoning exam score or ACT exam score Applications are accepted from October 1st to November 30 th Priority admission for community college transfer students CSU offers quality education in the liberal arts and sciences and specialized training for a variety of career fields www.csumentor.edu Gwen Stefani-CSU Fullerton

15. Founded in 1989 20 th Campus CSU 9,167 Students 37 % male and 63 % female 27% 1 st Generation Avg. GPA 3.17 Diverse Student Population 24:1 Teacher ratio Sprinter Drop-Off Top 10 majors (highest enrollment) are business administration, liberal studies, communication, psychology, human development, pre-nursing, criminology & justice studies, biology, sociology, and kinesiology.

16. Fall Sports Men's Cross Country Women's Cross Country Men's Soccer Women's Soccer

17. Spring Sports Baseball Softball Women's Golf Men's Golf Men’s Track & Field Women's Track & Field

18. CSUSM Student Organizations Accounting Society American Institute of Graphic Arts Alpha Chi Omega Alpha Kappa Psi Alpha Pi Sigma Alpha Xi Delta American Chemical Society American Indian Student Alliance Amnesty International Anime Project Alliance Art of Living Asian Pacific Student Society Association for Computing Machinery Ballet Folklorico Tierra Caliente B.A.P.S. Biotech Club Black Student Union California Coalition for Women Prisoners Cal State Film Crew Christ on Campus College Democrats College Republicans Communication Society

19. CSUSM Student Organizations Cougar Crew CSUSM-Student Nurse Association Economics Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes Film Appreciation Club French Club German Club Global Business Management Association Hillel History Club Investment Society Jam Control Hip-Hop Club Japanese Club Kamalayan Alliance Kappa Omicron Nu L.D.S.S.A. LGBTA Math Club M.E.Ch.A. Middle Eastern Association Muslim Student Association Parents and Teachers Club Persian Club Phi Alpha Theta Philosophy Club Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Club Sigma Alpha Epsilon Sigma Lota Epsilon Soka Gakkai International Buddhist Club Veterans Association Vietnamese Student Association Yellow Ribbon Cllub Zeta Beta Tau

20. Top Ten Reasons to Live on Campus On Campus Location Meet New People Interact With Faculty members more Frequently Learn and Grow w/ other College Students Become involved in leadership activities Participate in Social and Cultural events Learn how to live and be part of a Community Be on the cutting edge of campus life Classes are convenient You are more likely to graduate Its Fun http://www.myownapartment.com/universityvillage/faq/

21. Approximate Annual Fees and Tuition A new car lasts 5 years; an education lasts a lifetime. Higher Education Systems Annual Cost University of California (UC) $7,446 California State University (CSU) $2,772 Community College (CC) $628 Private/Independent Universities (AICCU) $4,000 – 20,000 +

22. Financial Aid GRANTS: Free Money for educational expenses based on need PELL Grant Cal Grant LOANS: Money on loan which must be repaid with interest Subsidized Unsubsidized www.fastweb.com WORK STUDY: Jobs to help pay for school Employment at the Campus SCHOLARSHIPS: Free Money based on specific criteria On Campus Off Campus Students and Parents get a PIN and apply for FASFA! Apply your senior year between January 1 st –March 2 nd ! www.fafsa.ed.gov

23. Knowing the A-G List To Meet the A-G College-Preparatory Requirements you must . . . Letter Area Years Required Years Recommended A History/Social Sciences 2 years B English 4 years C Mathematics 3 years 4 years D Laboratory Sciences 2 years 3 years E Language Other Than English 2 years 3 years F Visual and Performing Arts 1 year G College-Preparatory Electives 1 year

24. Last Minute Tips… Tour the campuses you are interested in. Begin compiling a file of possible scholarships . Attend college fairs and parent nights . Make contact with university representatives . Do not limit your choices . Take the SAT’s/ACT early . Always meet the given deadlines . Create a Plan: Establish a routine

25. Helpful Websites www.csumentor.edu Information and Application for California State Universities www.californiacolleges.edu www.universityofcalifornia.edu Homepage for University of California www.aiccumentor.edu Information and Application for Independent Colleges & Universities www.cccapply.org Information and Application for California Community Colleges www.collegeboard.com SAT Registration www.act.org www.fastweb.com Free and extensive Scholarship Site www.fafsa.ed.gov Info and Application to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid www.pin.ed.gov Access to the Personal ID Number for the FAFSA www.sandiegocalsoap.com