DESTINATION: GRADUATION, COLLEGE, AND YOUR FUTURE
Review for Accuracy Identifying Information – Legal Name, Date of Birth, Guardians, Address, Social Security #, Etc. Course History, Grades, Credits – Speak to former teachers or counselor about any discrepancies Progress toward high school graduation and college admissions requirements, community service hours
Overall Weighted GPA: “Cumulative” Includes all courses from 9-12 with weight given to honors and AP courses earned with an A, B, or C. CSU/UC Weighted GPA Includes only “A-G” courses grades 10-11 with weight given to honors and AP courses earned with an A, B, or C. Calculations for each system vary slightly.
NOTE: Official calculation of GPA is done by the UC or CSU system; GPA’s may ultimately differ slightly from the transcript.
Class ranks are respective to GPA and may change.
A Grade of “D” or Better earns one credit. No credit for “F” grades. 32 credits to be considered “On Track” to graduate in June 2016 44 minimum credits to graduate
8 Semesters English 8 Semesters Social Studies 1 Semester Health 6 Semesters Math 2 Semesters Biology 2 Semesters Chemistry or Physics 4 Semesters Physical Education 2 Semesters Fine Art 4 Semesters Same Foreign Language 7 Elective Semesters = 44 Semester credits (Minimum) *Most seniors will earn more than 44 credits.*
Pass IMC 3
30 Hours Community Service Students from Out of District: “Prorated” for year of entry into SUHSD. Transcripts will be adjusted accordingly. Check the Community Service Board in the Counseling Center for ideas. Hours must be completed by April 8, 2016. 2016 Verification forms can be downloaded from the Olympian High website.
SECOND SEMESTER Requirements for
ALL SENIORS (by December 18, 2015): • • •
Maintain a 2.50 overall GPA Complete at least 40 credits Complete all 30 hours of Community Service Requirement. Hours must be already recorded in the system.
To repeat a failed class for graduation To repeat a D grade to remain eligible for college admission To improve GPA for college admission
CREDIT RECOVERY CLASSES: During During Fall Break or On OnOn-line APEX classes **SEE YOUR COUNSELOR to sign-up**
California Scholarship Federation (CSF)
Honors Diploma (Diploma Seal)
Seniors must have four semesters, including one in senior year, to qualify for Life Membership (includes second semester grades).
Students wear a distinctive, gold-colored stole and lead the student body at graduation.
Earn an A or B in at least 17 semester courses at the Accelerated, Honors, or Advanced Placement level; two must be earned in the senior year (by first semester). Minimum 3.0 overall scholarship and citizenship GPA
*CSF is an Academic Organization (OHS Chapter)
*The Honors Diploma is a District Recognition
D’s
don’t count for college! Although a “D” grade is passing, it is considered nonmastery. Repeat any necessary A-G courses ASAP.
Don’t
be a slacker! Senior year rigor is important. Avoid “senioritis!”
College acceptance letters are tentative, conditional, provisional. Colleges can rescind an offer for admissions if your GPA drops significantly or if you earn D and F grades. grades
Community College California (Public)
Four Year College/ University
University of California (UC) 9 Campuses California State (CSU) 23 Campuses California (Private) 76 Campuses Out of State (Public/Private) 2000+ Campuses
*Undergraduate (4 Year), Graduate, Professional Degrees
109 Campuses throughout California San Diego: 10 Campuses *Transfer opportunities to
Four Year Colleges.
Vocational (Trade/Career): Schools that focus on job skills/training (Beauty, Design, Technical, Etc.) *Credits usually do not
transfer to four year colleges or universities.
*Associates Degree (2 Year), Vocational, or Certificate Programs
University of California (UC)
Community College California (Public)
Average: 3.5 GPA (A-G) *Competitive: 4.1 GPA (LA,SD,B LA,SD,B) LA,SD,B SAT: 1200-1340 Avg. (MA/ENG)
California State (CSU) Minimum: 2.5 GPA (A-G) *SDSU: 3.65-3.88 GPA
No GPA requirement
High School Diploma or 18 years old
No SAT or ACT required
Math and English Placement tests required!
SAT: 900-1100 (MA/ENG)
California (Private) GPA and SAT scores vary Check with each college
Out of State (Public/Private) GPA and SAT scores vary
*Know thyself! Apply to colleges that are a “good fit.”
*Expect that community college courses will be rigorous.
Academic
history –rigor of courses, GPA, class rank, educational environment Admission test scores Leadership and extra-curricular activities Special talents/achievements/awards Volunteer/community service Special circumstances and/or special challenges Teacher/Counselor recommendations Personal Interview (as required)
SAT APTITUDE TEST-
Tests Reasoning and Verbal abilities 3 Sections: Critical Reasoning, Math, and Writing. Penalty for wrong answers. Selective colleges may also require Subject Tests.
UC: SAT or ACT w/writing
ACT ACHIEVEMENT TESTMeasures what a student learned in school 5 Sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, plus Writing (Optional). No penalty for wrong answers. Selective colleges require the writing section. Check the school’s specific requirements.
CSU: SAT or ACT (No writing)
Register on-line one month in advance. www. collegeboard.org (SAT) www.act.org (ACT) Send official reports to colleges (4 “free” at time of registration). Most colleges will accept through the December test date, including UC Campuses. *SDSU: *SDSU November is last test date. Fee waivers – Available from counselors for students who qualify (free/reduced lunch program). Ask early!
Sept. 3 – October SAT Oct. 9 – November SAT
www.collegeboard.com
Sept. 18 – October ACT
www.act.org
See your counselor for fee waivers
Guaranteed Admissions to San Diego State
Enrolled in SUHSD 9th-12th Grade Complete all A-G requirements Attain 3.0 CSU GPA and maintain through senior year Take the SAT or ACT by November Meet ELM (Entry Level Math) and EPT (English Placement Test) proficiency Residency:
The
most challenging of all the Compact for Success Requirements!
English Placement Test (EPT) Can be met through any of the following: • • • • •
500 SAT Critical Reading 22 ACT English 3 on AP English College Level Composition EAP Exempt (11th grade California Standards Test) • 147 on EPT, can be taken 1 time only (review study guide on-line)
Meet this requirement by February!
Entry Level Math Test (ELM) Can be met through any of the following: • • • • •
550 SAT Mathematics 23 ACT Mathematics 3 on AP Math AB or BC or Statistics Transferable Mathematics GE Course EAP Exempt (11th grade California Standards Test) • 50 on ELM (review study guide on-line) Meet this requirement by February!
Most colleges require on-line applications and an e-mail address (be professional!) UC: UC www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply Apply between November 1 – 30. CSU: CSU www.csumentor.com Apply between October 1 – November 30. Common Application: www.commonapp.org
Southwestern College: College www.swccd.edu Apply November 1 – April 30 (Priority Deadline: February)
Senior CSU
College Night – September 9, 2015
Application Workshop- To be announced
Southwestern
College Peer Advisor - TBA
Support
from Counselors- (Application workshop dates TBA) – College Center
Keep
a copy of your transcript – it is needed to complete applications
Certain colleges/scholarships will require references from teachers/counselors; check requirements carefully. Select individuals who know you well. Make a request in person; an e-mail link will not suffice. Letter of Recommendation request forms are available in Counseling Center; attach your resume. Give at least two weeks advanced notice, including two weeks BEFORE a school break. Recommendations will NOT be written over school vacations. Plan accordingly, communicate early!
COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID:
Gift
Aid: Grants and Scholarships that do not have to be repaid. Work Study: Money earned by student as payment for a job on or off campus. Loans: Borrowed money that must be paid back, usually with interest.
SCHOLARSHIPS – FREE MONEY! Start checking for sources early. Apply for all scholarships you qualify for. Check the Scholarship Bulletin (counseling center) for local awards. Use on-line searches (fastweb.com). Beware of scholarship scams! No company or individual can “guarantee” you a scholarship…you must do the work of applying!
With parents, attend Senior Financial Aid Night – January 28, 2016 (Olympian MPR) Get help on completing the FAFSA form
Submit the FAFSA between January 1 – March 1, 2016. Apply on-line: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Make sure your Social Security # is registered with the school to qualify for Cal Grants.
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 Olympian High School Multi-Purpose Room 6:30 pm
BE
POSITIVE BE PRESENT BE PERSISTENT
