NHS Junior Parent Night. Wednesday, January 11, 2017

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1 NHS Junior Parent Night Wednesday, January 11, 2017

2 Northwood High School Junior Parent Night Welcome to the Northwood High School Junior Parent Night. Our goal for this evening is to provide you with information and perspectives that will assist your student in planning for life after high school. The program for the evening will consist of presentations by representatives from California college campuses, with an emphasis on highlighting the various college and university systems available to our students. The NHS Counseling Department would like to thank the following speakers for participating in tonight s program: Marcela Martinez Director of Undergraduate Admissions Chapman University Natasha Roberts Public Information Specialist and Admission Counselor University of California, Irvine Jessica Wagoner Director of Admissions California State University, Fullerton Robert Melendez Counselor and Professor Irvine Valley Community College A question and answer session will follow the last presentation. We would also like to thank our NHS PTSA for their support in hosting our speakers, Yen Huang for providing translation services, and Jeff Golden and the custodial staff. Thank you for your attendance.

3 NHS Resources Naviance College and career search tool, and application manager o Access from NHS Home Page or nhscounseling.com Senior Handbook NHS specific information about the college application process and how to use the Common App and Naviance o Access from nhscounseling.com Students Seniors NHS Senior Year Timeline o Access from nhscounseling.com Students Seniors College and Career Center Mrs. Smith, Room 1035 Important Dates & Deadlines Community College Workshop: January 26, 2017 during Tutorial IUSD College and Career Fair: March 8, Portola High School RACC Night Out of State College Information: March 22, 2017 Junior College Workshop: May 17, 2017 Common Application Workshop: September 2017* CSU/UC Application Workshop: October 2017* CSU and UC Applications Due: November 30, 2017 Community College Applications: Open in December 2017 apply early for the freshman advantage programs Senior Conferences: Throughout fall semester schedule with your counselor early Financial Aid Night: October 2017* FAFSA Application Due: March 2, 2018 *Specific dates are to be determined Senior Year Reminders When you are deciding where to apply to college, remember the 3 types of schools that should be on your list: Safety: A school to which you will most definitely be admitted. It should offer the major you are interested in studying and be a school you d be happy to attend if your other options don t work out. Target: A school which seems like a solid match for you based on the average GPA and SAT/ACT scores for the students they admit and which offers the major you intend to pursue. Reach: A school that would be a stretch for you to be admitted based on the average GPA and SAT/ACT scores for the students they admit and/or because they have a very low acceptance rate regardless of whether or not you meet their applicant profile. The list of schools that you apply to should be made up mostly of target schools with a couple safety and a couple reach schools. Apply broadly, but keep in mind that your chances of getting in to any single school are the same regardless of the number of schools you are applying to, so don t feel like you have to apply everywhere. Senior year can be stressful, especially during college application time. It s important to plan ahead and space out the work that needs to be done for applications so that you aren t stuck cramming at the last minute. Remember to maintain balance and keep up with healthy habits. If you start to feel very stressed out or overwhelmed, come see your Counselor remember that we are here to help

4 Naviance is a web based service designed especially for students, counselors and parents. It is a comprehensive website that you can use to help make decisions about courses, colleges, and careers. Your Naviance portal also provides up to date information regarding college admission and data that is specific to our school. It also lets us share information with you about up coming meetings, news, events and web resources for college and career information. Logging in to Naviance 1. Go to the Northwood website and click on the Naviance logo on the left hand side. 2. On the log in page for Naviance enter your Northwood log in info (username and password is the same as your username and log in for your Northwood account). 3. Go to the ABOUT ME tab. Under Official Things, click on Profile. You can double check information. PLEASE ADD YOUR ADDRESS. Click on the pencil and type it in twice to confirm. Here is a list of activities you can do on Naviance: Feature Description How to Access Career Interest Profiler A career interest survey. Use the results to explore suggested occupations; examine the education, training, and skills required; as well as wages typical for these occupations The information is also useful when exploring possible college majors College Super Match Set search criteria to yield a list of colleges to explore. Save your search to access/modify Click on the various tabs of individual college profiles to learn more about financial aid, majors and degrees, and campus life. Add colleges you are interested in to your My Colleges list for future reference 1. Click the Careers tab 2. Click the Career Interest Inventory hyperlink under the What are My Interests? section 1. Click on the Colleges tab 2. Click the College Supermatch hyperlink under the College Research section

5 Feature Description How to Access Do What You Are Completion of the assessment will generate a report that will provide you with important information about your personal characteristics. You will learn about careers that are matched to you, your personal strengths and blindspots, how you negotiate in your daily life, and a host of other useful information. College Match Allows you to use historical GPA and test score info to match you with colleges that you may want to explore further (please remember that there are many factors that affect college admissions this is just a tool to help you look at other potential colleges to consider) Scholarship List College and local organizationsponsored scholarship opportunities You can also browse by category to yield a search list relevant to your interests/special talents Scattergrams Allows you to see GPA/test scores on a graph in comparison to other NHS students that applied and were accepted/denied/ waitlisted to the same school College Compare This tool allows you to compare your GPA/test scores for up to 10 colleges to those of other NHS students that applied to the same colleges you are interested in Your PSAT score will be converted to an SAT score for the purposes of College Compare You will have data on those that applied and were accepted 1. Click the About Me tab 2. Click the Do What You Are hyperlink under the My Assessments section 1. Click on the Colleges tab 2. Click the College Match hyperlink under the College Research section 1. Click the Colleges tab 2. Click the Scholarship List hyperlink under the Scholarships & Money section 1. Click the Colleges tab 2. Click the Scattergrams hyperlink under the College Research section 3. Chose a college from the drop down menu 1. Click on the Colleges tab 2. Click the College Compare hyperlink under the College Research section

6 SAVE THE DATE IUSD Career & College Fair For Middle & High School Students and their parents March 8, Portola HS IUSD Career Education Pathway Courses: Automotive Service & Repair - Culinary Arts Digital Media & Video Production - Engineering - Entrepreneurship - Horticulture IT & Computer Science - Theater Tech & Music Tech - Middle School Career Exploration IUSD Career & College Fair Portola High School Gym Wednesday, March 8, 2017 Time - TBA (tentative 6:30-8:30 PM) Come and learn about the many Career Education Elective courses offered at IUSD High Schools and Middle Schools. Learn about exploring careers while in high school through ROP courses Learn about opportunities at regional 2 year and 4 year college and universities Meet with 40+ representatives from Colleges and Universities

7 NHS Graduation Worksheet Student Name: Student ID # Legal Name (Last Name) (First Name) Student must complete a minimum of 215 credits and complete all subject requirements = 5 credits/1 semester English (40 credits) Math (20 credits and completion of Math I or equivalent) Math I: Additional Math: Science (20 credits) History and Social Science (30 credits) World History: U.S. History: Economics: Government: World Language/Fine Arts (10 credits of one or the other) World Language: or Visual/Performing Arts: *If MUN taken for a full year, check both PE (20 credits) Health (5 credits) Electives (70 credits)* *A student may count a maximum of 30 credits from the combined experiences in Student Assistant (10 credits maximum), Teaching Assistant (10 credits maximum), and Work Experience (20 credits maximum) toward the 215 credit graduation requirement. All IUSD programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, see BP

8 ROP Classes at a Glance Arts & Communication Credit Class Location Day Time Notes 5 Broadcast News (NTV) Northwood HS EOD &Th Period 3 Also Th 4-9pm 5 Floral Design Internship Mission Viejo HS MW 3-6pm 16yrs 5 Art of TV & Video Production Portola HS T 4-9pm UC approved 5 Visual Imagery Northwood HS EOD Period 2, 5 UC approved 5 Visual Imagery Adv. Northwood HS EOD Period 3 Business & Marketing Credit Class Location Day Time Notes 5 Business Internship Trabuco Hills HS TTh 2:30-5:30pm 16yrs 5 Retail Sales & Merchandise Internship Woodbridge HS TTh 3:30-6:30pm 16 yrs Health Sciences Credit Class Location Day Time Notes 10 Animal Health Care Intern ROP Site/Costa Mesa MTWTh 4-7pm 16 yrs 5 Dental Assistant ROP Site/Costa Mesa MW 5:45-8:45pm 5 Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Creekside HS T 4-9pm prerec for EMT 5 Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Trabuco Hills HS M or T 4-9pm 17 ½ yrs 5 Introduction to Medical Careers Mission Viejo HS MW 3-6pm/6-9pm 10 Medical Assistant FO ROP Site MTWTh 2-5pm Seniors only 5 Medical Nursing Careers Intern ROP Site TTh 2-5pm/5-8pm 16 yrs 5 Medical /Office Management & Billing ROP Site MW 6-9 pm 5 Medical Terminology ROP Site TTh 5:30-8:30pm 5 Nursing Assistant (CNA) Internship Laguna Hills HS WTh 3:15-7:15pm 16 yrs 5 Sports Medicine University HS T 4-9pm Public Services Credit Class Location Day Time Notes 5 Administration of Justice Laguna Hills HS TTh 4:30-7:30pm 10 Baking & Pastry Fundamentals Creekside MW 4-7pm 5 Careers in Education Trabuco Hills HS TTh 1-3:30pm 10 Careers with Children Intern El Toro HS TTh 3-6pm 16 yrs 5 Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Creekside MW 4-9pm 10 Culinary Arts Intern Tustin HS TThF 2:45-5:45 or 5:45-8:45pm 16 yrs 10 Culinary Arts Advanced Tustin HS MW 3:30-8:30pm 5 Fire Science 101 ROP Site T or W 4-9pm 5 Hotel Tourism Intern University HS MW 4-7 pm 16 yrs Science & Technology Credit Class Location Day Time Notes 5 AP Computer Programing Northwood EOD Periods 1,2, 3 Year long 5 Automotive Technology Intern University HS M/ W 2:45-5:15/2-4:30 16 yrs For more information see Mrs. Smith in the College & Career Center (949) kathismith@iusd.org To see full schedule, visit: Coastline ROP is an exemplary, innovative Career Technical Educational Program that prepares students for college and career success and contributes to the economic development of the communities we serve.

9 Frequently Asked Questions coastlinerop.net What is ROP? ROP is: State-funded public education, providing career technical education and guidance to meet identified educational standards and industry needs. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Part of the Huntington Beach Union, Irvine, Newport-Mesa, Saddleback Valley and Tustin Unified School Districts. Career technical education and sequential learning designed to improve academic skills. A course of study that combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning. Career technical education taught by fully credentialed teachers, experienced in their related industries. Who can take ROP classes? The program is available to high school students and adults; priority is extended to residents within the region served by Coastline ROP. Why take an ROP class? ROP students can: Earn grades and credits toward high school graduation. Enroll in classes that satisfy a-g requirement for UC and CSU. Gain experience required for immediate employment. Participate in courses that offer internships if they are at least 16 years of age. Earn certificates of recognition. Experience careers that may assist in choosing college majors and enhance college admission applications. Upgrade skills, change careers, or prepare for re-entry into the workforce. Prepare for post secondary education When and where are classes offered? Classes are held in businesses, industries and in high schools located within the five participating districts, during and after school, and evenings. The school year is divided into two 18-week semesters, fall and spring. Depending on budget con straints, summer session may be offered. Classes are generally one semester in length. See class listings for start dates. - How can you register for courses? High school students register with the ROP career specialist on campus. Students attending alternative high school programs may register with the career specialist or at the Coastline ROP office. Adults may register by mail or in person at the Coastline ROP office. What is the cost? Courses are free to high school students. Registration fees for adults vary. See course descriptions for pricing. Some courses charge a fee for fabricated or other items that will be taken home. Check course descriptions for specific requirements. For Fee-Based classes please see the course schedule. What about job placement? Job-seeking assistance is available at Orange County One-Stop Centers. High school students can access employment information at their high school career centers.

10 NHS Courses that Meet UC/CSU Requirements A. History/Social Science 2 years required, including 1 year of World History and 1 year of US History, or 1 semester of US History and 1 semester of American Government Humanities Core 9: World History or Honors World History Sheltered Humanities Core 10: US History or Honors US History Sheltered American Government (semester) AP American Government (semester) AP US History AP World History MUN: American Government (semester) B. English 4 years required Humanities Core 9: World Literature or Honors Humanities Core 10: American Literature or Honors English Language Development (ELD) 3 European Literature or Honors Contemporary Literature AP English Literature C. Mathematics 3 years required, including completion of Algebra II or Math III; 4 years recommended Math I Functions, Statistics, & Math II Trigonometry Enhanced Math II Honors Pre Calculus Algebra II or Honors AP Statistics D. Laboratory Science 2 years required; 3 years recommended Integrated Science 1 or AP Chemistry Honors (meets D Physics requirement for CSU AP Physics only) Anatomy & Physiology Integrated Science 2 or AP Biology Honors AP Environmental Marine Science Science Chemistry E. Language Other Than English 2 years required; 3 years recommended American Sign Language Spanish 1, 2, & 3 1, 2, & 3 Honors Spanish 4 French 1, 2, & 3 AP Spanish Honors French 4 Bold indicates weighted course See articulation.ucop.edu/agcourselist#/list/search/institution F. Visual & Performing Arts 1 year required; can be 2 different semester courses from the same discipline Dance Dance Technique 1, 2, & Dance Theater 3 Music Bass Clef Bel Canto Chamber Singers Concert Band Concert Chorale Concert Orchestra Guitar Studio Guitar 2 Jazz Ensemble 1, 2, & 3 Music Theory AP Music Theory Theater Creative Drama Intermediate Drama Visual Arts Ceramics Intermediate Ceramics Advanced Ceramics AP Art History Art of TV and Video Production Beginning Screen Printing & Design Advanced Photography Orchestra Winds & Percussion Philharmonic Orchestra String Orchestra Symphonic Band Symphonic Orchestra Treble Clef Viva Cantar Wind Ensemble Wind Symphony Advanced Drama Technical Theater Computer Graphic Arts Introduction to Art Painting/Drawing Art Portfolio Prep AP Studio Art Drawing Video Production Visual Imagery Advanced Visual Imagery AP Studio Art 2 D Design G. College Preparatory Elective 1 year; can be chosen from A F or from the list below 3 D Animation & Design Integrated Science 1 or AP Computer Science Honors (meets G Beginning Journalism requirement for CSU & UC) Business Communication Intermediate Computer Creative Writing 1 & 2 Graphics Advanced Creative Introduction to Writing Engineering Design Culinary Arts 1 MUN: International Advanced Culinary Arts Relations (semester) & Management NHS Newspaper Economics (semester) Principles of Engineering Film Studies Psychology (semester) Honors Political Sociology (semester) Economy (semester) Speech & Debate World Religions (semester) All IUSD programs shall be free from discrimination, see BP

11 Santa Cruz Santa Barbara San Diego Riverside Merced Los Angeles Irvine Davis Berkeley Fall Fall Fall Applications: 44,622 45,702 45,747 Admits: 7,267 8,734 9,750 Enrolls: 3,851 3,945 UC Freshman Application Data CA Resident This quick glance at Campus Application Data on freshmen is intended for use by California high school counselors in advising students to apply. Numbers may change without notice. Campus Fall 2016 Admit Rate GPA of middle 25%- 75% of students admitted in fall % SAT Reasoning and ACT Composite scores of middle 25%-75% of students admitted in fall 2016 ACT: SAT: Applications: 46,840 48,364 49,344 Admits: 17,806 15,807 18,589 Enrolls: 4,498 4,071 38% ACT: SAT: Applications: 52,390 55,162 57,609 Admits: 18,402 18,396 21,243 Enrolls: 4,407 4,272 37% ACT: SAT: Applications: 56,039 57,922 58,928 Admits: 9,374 9,371 10,413 Enrolls: 4,143 4,086 18% ACT: SAT: Applications: 15,087 17,456 19,036 Admits: 10,429 10,824 14,418 Enrolls: 1,547 1,776 76% ACT: SAT: Applications: 31,168 33,943 36,519 Admits: 17,882 19,091 24,405 Enrolls: 4,056 3,889 67% ACT: SAT: Applications: 52,181 53,720 55,257 Admits: 15,790 16,161 18,809 Enrolls: 3,644 3,638 34% ACT: SAT: Applications: 51,104 52,206 55,137 Admits: 18,992 17,491 20,110 Enrolls: 4,153 3,841 36% ACT: SAT: Applications: 34,591 38,015 40,143 Admits: 18,219 17,339 22,316 Enrolls: 3,525 3,112 56% ACT: SAT: Source: University of California, Office of the President, Student Affairs, Undergraduate Admissions. Data for 2014 and 2015 applications, admits, and enrolls are from the Corporate Student System, UADM. 2 Data for Fall 2016 applications, admits, GPA, test scores and admit rates are a snapshot as of 6/23/16. July 2016

12 California State University (CSU) Freshman Admission Data* Campus Average GPA Average SAT (CR+M) *All data from 2016 CSU Counselor Conference Campus Presentations Average ACT Applied Admitted (Admit Rate) Enrolled Bakersfield ,340 Channel Islands ,312 8,142 (79%) 1,066 Chico ,591 15,394 (65%) Dominguez Hills (75 th %) 20 (75 th %) 16,644 8,432 (51%) 1,325 East Bay ,862 11,093 (70%) 1,700 1,800 Fresno ,938 10,406 (52%) 3,674 Fullerton ,840 17,514 (42%) 4,403 Humboldt ,967 9,897 (76%) 1,296 Long Beach ,774 19,737 (32%) 4165 Los Angeles 3.20 (minimum) ,411 22,581 (64%) 4,328 Maritime ,671 1,012 (61%) 347 Academy (mid 50%) (mid 50%) (mid 50%) Monterey Bay ,269 5,741 (35%) Northridge ,883 15,862 (48%) 4,497 Pomona ,585 13,308 (39%) 2,707 Sacramento ,771 16,064 (68%) 3,836 San Bernardino ,745 9,334 (59%) 2,749 San Diego ,567 20,841 (34%) 5,113 San Francisco 36,289 21,603 (60%) 4,922 San Jose ,361 17,500 (56%) San Luis Obispo ,146 14,190 (29%) San Marcos ,404 8,260 (53%) 2,193 Sonoma ,488 10,000 (61%) 1,850 Stanislaus ,080 5,001 (71%) 1,270 Updated: 10/2016

13 Impaction and Eligibility Index Campus Minimum CSU Eligibility* Campus Impacted** (Freshman) Impacted All Majors/ Programs*** Minimum Eligibility Index SAT/ ACT Bakersfield X 2900/ 694 Channel Islands X 2900/ 694 Chico X 3375/ Dominguez Hills X 2900/ 694 East Bay X 2900/ 694 Fresno X 3900/ Fullerton X 3450/ 826 (Local Area) Humboldt X 3000/ 718 Long Beach X 3200 (higher for STEM majors)/ Los Angeles X 3300/ 813 Maritime Academy X 2900/ 694 Monterey Bay X Northridge X 3700/ Pomona X 3877 (average) Sacramento X 3200/ 770 San Bernardino X San Diego X (average)/ San Francisco X 3300/ 790 San Jose X 4500/ 1240 (undeclared major) San Luis Obispo X San Marcos X 3600/ 862 Sonoma X 3200/ Stanislaus X 2900/ 694 Calculate your CSU Eligibility Index (Minimum CSU Eligibility = 2900 for SAT and 694 for ACT) If you took the SAT: If you took the ACT: (Your GPA x 800) + (SAT Combined CR+M Score) = Eligibility Index Example: (3.65 x 800) + (1210) = 4130 (Your GPA x 200) + (10 x ACT Composite Score) = Eligibility Index Example: (3.65 x 200) + (10 x 26) = 990 *Minimum CSU Eligibility: No campus impaction; campus is open to all CA applicants who meet minimum CSU eligibility index and requirements. **Campus Impacted: A campus receives more eligible applications than spaces available for the class level (freshmen or upper division transfer). ***Impacted All Majors/ Programs: All undergraduate majors on the campus receive more eligible applications than spaces available. Local Area: The geographic area in which a specific impacted CSU campus gives priority to in regard to admission (NHS is in the local area for CSUF). For more information about impaction at specific campuses, visit: Updated 10/2016

14 Introduction to California Community Colleges Northwood High School Why do students choose community college? Affordability Students who wish to pursue a bachelor s degree can significantly lower the cost of earning the degree by taking the first two years of a university program at a community college. Community college students are eligible for financial aid. Personalized Attention Community colleges offer a student centered approach with smaller class sizes and more one on one time with instructors. Career and Educational Path Exploration before committing to a four year university School Life Balance and the ability to work while attending school. Classes are offered in the evenings, on weekends, and online. Professional Certificates Community Colleges provide professional and short term certificates in many fields, including information technology and electronics. Students can be job ready within two years or less. Transfer Agreements with select UC, CSU, and private college campuses for qualified students to transfer into their first choice college or university A Second Chance at Their First Choice Four Year University Students who were not accepted into their first choice school after high school can apply to transfer after having completed the necessary coursework at a community college. Community colleges most attended by Northwood High School students: Irvine Valley College (IVC) Orange Coast College (OCC) Santiago Canyon College Saddleback College Visit NHS s College and Career Center for more information. Kathi Smith, our College and Career Specialist, will be hosting a Community College Fair in March, in addition to several community college information workshops: Community College Workshop on January 26, 2017 IVC Application Workshop and IVC Placement Testing in spring 2017, dates TBD California Community Colleges (CCC) offer three programs: Two year degrees: A.A. or A.S. Designed for students who want to earn a college degree with a focus, whether to achieve a personal or career goal or in preparation for transfer to the University (UC), California State University (CSU), or a private / out of state university. Certificate programs in a variety of career interests Transfer program to four year colleges. In addition, California Community College students are offered guaranteed admission to select UC and CSU campuses if requirements are met. Visit the following websites for more information: UC Transfer Admissions Webpage: UC Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) Webpage: The California State University Transfer Webpage: The California State University Transfer Admissions Agreement (TAA) and Transfer Admissions Guarantee (TAG) Website: agreements.shtml *For information about transferring to private and out of state colleges, please refer to the college or university website. Matriculation (Enrollment) Process Generally Begins December 1: Step 1: Application All students who are at least 18 years old or a high school graduate are eligible to enroll in community college. Students who apply early are offered priority registration for classes. Step 2: Orientation Step 3: Math and English Assessment Step 4: Counseling/Advising, First Semester Plan, Educational Services To begin the application process, visit the CCC Apply website: The site provides links to each college s admissions webpage. Streamlined Registration IVC and OCC offer incoming freshman the opportunity to complete their assessment, parent orientation, financial aid workshop, campus tour, and advisement with the development of an abbreviated academic plan all in one day. Visit the schools websites for more details: IVC Fast Fridays OCC Freshman Priority Registration Priority Registration.aspx Honors Programs: All CCC campuses offer honors programs. See the school s website for details. IVC: OCC: Santiago Canyon College: Saddleback College: *Two of the most popular transfer agreements available to IVC Honors Program members are UCLA s TAP and UCI s Honors to Honors programs. Visit the website for more information: uci.aspx Additional Career Exploration Websites: California Career Café (Virtual career center for CA community college students): Career Zone California (California Career Resource Network):

15 Santa Cruz Santa Barbara San Diego Riverside Merced Los Angeles Irvine Davis Berkeley UC Transfer Application Data California Community College This quick glance at Campus Application Data on transfer is intended for use by California community college counselors in advising students to apply. Numbers may change without notice. Campus Fall Fall Fall Fall 2016 Admit Rate Average GPA of students admitted in fall 2016 Applications: 13,897 14,206 15,737 Admits: 3,072 3,029 4,231 27% Enrolls: 2,045 2,019 Applications: 12,645 13,444 15,365 Admits: 7,570 7,739 9,587 62% Enrolls: 2,914 2,756 Applications: 13,956 14,777 17,348 Admits: 6,738 7,057 8,933 51% Enrolls: 1,872 1,830 Applications: 16,255 16,691 18,480 Admits: 4,809 4,824 5,269 Enrolls: 2,922 2,879 29% Applications: 2,265 2,389 2,982 Admits: 1,036 1,060 1,607 54% Enrolls: Applications: 8,104 8,625 9,867 Admits: 5,014 5,328 5,985 Enrolls: 1,133 1,172 61% Applications: 14,122 14,026 15,882 Admits: 6,520 7,371 9,044 57% Enrolls: 2,195 2,423 Applications: 12,592 13,051 15,001 Admits: 6,433 6,527 8,294 Enrolls: 1,475 1,419 55% Applications: 7,474 8,100 9,157 Admits: 4,347 4,599 5,417 59% Enrolls: 992 1,066 1 Source: University of California, Office of the President, Student Affairs, Undergraduate Admissions. Data for 2014 and 2015 applications, admits, and enrolls are from the Corporate Student System, UADM. 2 Data for Fall 2016 applications, admits, GPA and admit rates are a snapshot as of 6/23/16. July 2016

16 NHS Senior Year Timeline Summer Start working on drafts of your college essays and supplements Organize your resume or list of extracurricular activities and honors/awards Visit college campuses Apply for scholarships At Senior Kick Off Day, you can pay $50 for unlimited transcripts otherwise, it will be $5 per transcript Review your class schedule to ensure you are meeting graduation and college admissions requirements Register for upcoming SAT, ACT, and/or SAT Subject Tests if necessary Start solidifying the list of colleges you are applying to remember to include target, reach, and safety schools Start researching application requirements and deadlines for the colleges to which you are applying create a personal calendar/checklist to track this information If you are applying to private schools, create your Common Application account Meet with your counselor to ensure that your college list is a good fit with your academic and personal record Log in to your Naviance account and add non Common Application schools to your list as you decide to apply to them Start asking teachers for letters of recommendation, if necessary If you are applying early, let your counselor and teacher recommenders know ASAP Attend visits from college representatives Continue working on your college essays and supplements Attend the Common Application Workshop, if applicable August / September October Begin your CSU and/or UC applications, if applicable Solidify your teacher recommendations give teachers at least 3 weeks notice Finalize your college list Make an appointment with your counselor if you need a letter of recommendation complete the NHS Senior Questionnaire Continue to attend college visits Continue working on your college essays and supplements Check on financial aid deadlines for colleges Attend the CSU/UC Application Workshop, if applicable

17 NHS Senior Year Timeline Continue to fill out your applications and proofread your essays/supplements Observe deadlines carefully remember that the CSU and UC applications are due on November 30 If you have not requested a letter of recommendation yet and/or met with your counselor, do so ASAP Check the College and Career Center Newsletter for updates on scholarships and financial aid information Send SAT/ACT scores to all schools to which you are applying Check your and college portals daily Let your counselor know if they need to send transcripts to schools that don t require letters of recommendation Submit CSU and/or UC applications by November 30 November December Continue to fill out your applications and proofread your essays/supplements Pay close attention to deadlines most applications are due at the end of this month Attend Financial Aid Night Visit the FAFSA website and apply for a PIN number Make sure that all your teachers and your counselor have the information they need to write your letters of recommendation Send SAT/ACT scores to all schools to which you are applying Application for IVC, Saddleback, and Santiago Canyon opens on December 1 apply early for Freshman Advantage If you have added colleges to your Common Application and/or Naviance list, let your counselor know Continue to check your and college portals daily File the FAFSA after January 1 Check that all colleges have received your SAT/ACT scores remember that it can take admissions offices a few days to process documents Keep working hard in your classes remember that senior year grades count If you have any updates for mid year reports, see your counselor Continue to check your and college portals daily pay close attention to any requests for additional information from colleges Community colleges are still accepting applications Continue to fill out scholarship applications January

18 NHS Senior Year Timeline February Counselors send out mid year reports after grades post Check that all colleges have received your financial aid information If you completed the FAFSA, you should receive your Student Aid Report (SAR) within 4 weeks review thoroughly Continue to check your and college portals daily pay close attention to any requests for additional information from colleges Complete community college matriculation process so you are ready to register Double check housing deadlines and requirements, if applicable Continue to fill out scholarship applications March 2 FAFSA is due Start receiving admissions decisions Attend community college Senior Days and complete matriculation process so you are ready to register Continue working hard in your classes Continue to fill out scholarship applications March April All admissions decisions should be available Review your options and financial aid packages Attend open houses and tours of colleges to which you ve been admitted Choose your college and submit your Intent to Register by May 1 Update your college decisions in Naviance Complete the Senior Survey in Naviance Take placement tests at the college you will attend (they will notify you if this is necessary) Take AP exams, if applicable Send AP scores to college you are attending Continue to work hard in your classes and take your final exams Order your final transcript through Docufide/Parchment Enjoy your summer May / June