
August/September
What Exams does the University of California System (UC’s) require?
· SAT Reasoning (or ACT Plus Writing) & SAT Subject Test (3 Subjects)
· Tip: Do not take Math Level 1 if applying to UC’s (SAT Subject Test)
What Exams do Cal States Require?
· SAT Reasoning or ACT
By when do Universities want me to take these Exams?
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December of 2008
How much are Exams?
· SAT Reasoning fee is $41.50
· SAT Subject Test Basic Fee is $18.00 plus $8 per subject (Language Test with Listening: $19)
· ACT Plus Writing fee is $43.00
· ACT Basic is $29
· Note: If you qualify for free or reduced lunch you may get your fee waived. See the college corner for more information.
How can I qualify for Fee Waivers?
· Receive Free or Reduced Lunch
Recommendations:
· Make sure to verify the deadline to submit test scores with each school you are planning to apply to.
· Mail your registration slip before the posted deadline. You should receive your registration slip in the mail or email from the SAT or ACT programs at least one week before your scheduled exam date.
September/October/November
What do Universities Require?
California Community Colleges
California State University System
University of California
SAT Subject
Tests in two different subject areas (history/social science, English
literature, history and social studies, mathematics [level 2 only],
science, or language other than English). Private Schools
When is Admissions Applications Due?
· Cal State Applications Due: November 30, 2010
· Apply Online: www.csumentor.edu
· UC Application Due: November 30, 2010
· Apply Online: www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/
· Private Colleges and Universities (In and Out of State): Due Dates Vary
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Apply Online: http://www.commonapp.org
***Cal States may require an EOP application.
December/January/February
What Forms do I need to Apply for Financial Aid?
Only Private Universities require this application but not all of them
Go ONLINE: https://profileonline.collegeboard.com/
When are my Financial Aid applications due?
January 1, 2010 – March 2, 2010
CASH 4 COLLEGE: Get personal assistance with financial aid forms at local high schools.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION!!! A) Requests will be denied if you do not give your teacher/counselor a two week notice before your application is due. B) NO RECOMMENDATION WILL BE WRITTEN FOR YOU IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE: i) RESUME OR BRAG SHEET, OR ii) A SUPPORT LETTER FROM A SPONSOR (Coach, Club Teacher etc…) OR VOLUNTEER/EMPLOYMENT SUPERVISOR.
March/April
May/June
WARNING: SENIORITIS IS BAD FOR YOUR ACADEMIC HEALTH. EVEN WHEN YOU GET ACCEPTED THEY CAN DENY YOU DURING THE SUMMER AFTER YOU GRADUATE.
Come to the College Corner if you have any questions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!