EARLY ACADEMIC OUTREACH PROGRAM EAOP
Cost of Attendance Living on Campus Tuition Community College (CC) California State University (CSU) University of California (UC) Independent/Private
Cost of Attendance Living on Campus Tuition Community College (CC) California State University (CSU) $1,200 *46 per unit $25,650 $7,002 University of California (UC) $31,906 $12,685 Independent/Private $57,876 $42,818
Important Dates to Know Application Deadlines: UC: universityofcalifornia.edu/apply CSU: csumentor.edu FAFSA filing period *fafsa.gov Admission Notices (SIR) Student Intent to Register Deadline November 1-30 October 1- November 30 January- March 2 nd March/April May 1st
What are the paths to Higher Education? Option #1 4 years 4 years 4 years High School
What are the paths to Higher Education? Option #2 4 years 4 years 4 years 2 years High School
2 X 4 X 8 Rule Community Colleges 1. High School Diploma Or 2. 18 years or older Cal States 1. High School Diploma 2. A- G Requirements 3. 2.0 GPA 4. SAT or ACT UC & Private Universities 1. High School Diploma 2. A- G Requirements 3. GPA: UC 3.0 Privates 2.0 4. SAT or ACT with wri/ng 5. Honors/Awards 6. Extracurricular Ac/vi/es/ Community Service 7. Personal Statements 8. Subject Tests (Highly Recommended)
A- G Requirements History/Social Science English Math Laboratory Science years years years years Language Other Than English years Visual and Performing Arts years College Prep Electives years
Plan for High School! Create a 4 year Academic Plan Subjects # of Years Required (Grade C or Higher) 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th 1 st semester 2 nd semester 1 st semester 2 nd semester 1 st semester 2 nd semester 1 st semester 2 nd semester A. History/Social Science US History, World History, Government, Geography 2 Required World History World History US History (AP*) US History (AP*) Govt (AP*) B. English/Composition and Literature 4 Required English 9 (H) English 9 (H) English 10 (H) English 10 (H) English 11 (H/AP*) English 11 (H/AP*) English 12 (H/AP*) English 12 (H/AP*) C. Mathematics Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Advanced Courses like Trigonometry and Calculus are 3 Required 4 Recommended Algebra I or Geometry Algebra I or Geometry Geometry or AlgebraII Geometry or Algebra II Algebra II or Math Analysis* Algebra II or Math Analysis* Math Analysis* or Calculus* Math Analysis* or Calculus* D. Laboratory Science Includes biology, chemistry and physics 2 Required 3-4 Recommended Biology Biology Chemistry (H/AP*) Chemistry (H/AP*) Physics* (H/AP*) Physics* (H/AP*) Science* (H/AP*) Science* (H/AP*) E. Language Other Than English () Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Russian, etc. 2 Required 3-4 Recommended I I II Or I II Or I III* Or II III* Or II IV* (AP) Or III* IV* (AP) Or III* F. Visual and Performing Arts Drawing, Painting, Theatre 1 Required in Sequence At least one full year during this time G. College Prep Electives 1 Required Economics (AP*) Exams PSAT Recommend ACT/SAT Required SAT Subject optional* PSAT October PSAT October ACT/ SAT Spring PSAT October ACT/SAT SAT Subject* Spring ACT/SAT SAT Subject* Spring
College Prep Grade Point Average (GPA) GPA is determined by grades earned in A- G classes taken in the last three years of high school (10 th - 12 th grade): 9 th SS 10 th SS 11 th SS 12 th GPA
How can you INCREASE your College Prep GPA? High School Courses Advance Placement (AP) College Level (CL) Any identified H/AP/CL courses taken between 10 th - 12 th grade receive 1+ GPA point when passed with a grade of C Honors (HL) Regular AP/CL HL Regular
v 3 hour long exam Exams: SAT v Divided into 3 parts: 1. Critical Reading 2. Math 3. Writing v Scoring: Maximum score of 2400 Each section scored on a scale from 200-800 - ¼ point for every incorrect answer Writing 30 Math 35 Critical Reading 35 v Cost: $49 *FEE WAIVER: you DON T have to pay the registration fee for 2 SAT exams if you qualify for the fee waiver *Students can obtain a FEE WAIVER from their College Counselor v Register for the SAT at collegeboard.org
v 3 ½ hour long exam v Divided into 5 parts 1. English 2. Math 3. Social Science 4. Science 5. Writing Section* v Scoring 1-36 points per section Maximum composite score of 36 No penalty for incorrect answers v Cost: $49.50 Exams: ACT with Writing *FEE WAIVER: you DON T have to pay the registration fee for 2 ACT exams if you qualify for the fee waiver *Students can obtain a FEE WAIVER from their College Counselor Math 60 Social Science 40 Science 40 English 75 ESSAY v Register for the ACT at actstudent.org
Honors/Awards Types of Awards include: Publication of Work Essay or Speech Contest Recognition for Community Service Church Related Activities Eagle Scout Varsity Letter Science Fair AP Scholar Recipient of Scholarship
Leadership & Initiative Length of involvement Progression within group to leadership role Founder/leader of group Team Captain Editor of newspaper, magazine, or yearbook Work Experience Student Government Peer Counselor Tutor Community Activism Family Responsibilities Internship Religious Groups
Extra-Curricular Activities **Sustained, active participation is critical Volunteering in community programs Participation in athletics Writing for school newspaper Internships Participation in research projects Tutoring Participation in activities which develop student s academic or intellectual abilities Musical performance or composition Creative writing projects Theatrical or artistic performances Participation in summer programs
Additional Areas of Consideration Evidence of applicant s ability and desire to contribute to a campus that values cultural, socioeconomic, and intellectual diversity. Participation and achievement in academic preparation programs like EAOP. All achievements are considered in the context of the opportunities the applicant had. Strength of high school curriculum, # of H/AP and a-g courses available among other indicators are factors that are considered during the evaluation process. * Opportunity to explain special circumstances on application.
Personal Achievements Well Rounded Student : universities want students who are active and successful both inside and outside the classroom! Honors/Awards: Essay, Speech, or Art contest Sports/Recreation recognitions (MVP, Captain, championship, etc) Academic recognitions (Science Fair, honor roll, etc) Exam Scholarship recognition (PSAT/ STAR/AP) Extracurricular Activities/ Community Service: Clubs, Sport, organizations Volunteering Tutor Internships Musical theater or artistic performances Participation in summer programs (COSMOS, EAOP, CYLP, etc.) Leadership and Initiative: length of involvement in Extracurricular Activities/Community Service Progression of leadership role in clubs/organizations Leadership roles- team captain, editor newspaper/yearbook, leadership presidents, etc Work experience
AB- 540 Students AB- 540 Students Qualify for IN STATE TUITION if: 1. Attended California High School for at least 3 years (6 semesters) 2. Graduate with Diploma or GED 3. Enroll in a college 4. Submit AB- 540 Affidavit with college Does NOT qualify for: v Federal or state Financial Aid- No FAFSA application needed v Residency or paths to residency v Permit to work
AB- 130 Signed into law July 25, 2011, authorizes AB540 students to apply to privately funded scholarships given out by a California public college/university. Effective January 1, 2012 REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY: 1. Be Classified as AB540 2. Meet each scholarship s requirements (this will be implemented by campus) AB- 131 Signed into law Oct. 8, 2011, authorizes AB540 students to apply for Board of Governor's Fee Waiver and Cal Grants REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY: 1. Be Eligible for AB540 2. GPA and income requirements as decided by the California Aid Commission
AB- 540 Financial Help Scholarships! Scholarships! Scholarships! Scholarships! Scholarships! v Visit www.maldef.org www.salef.org v Save money by living close to home v Get sponsors v Strategize: Ø Concurrent Enrollment Ø Community College Ø Speak to a financial aid officer
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