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Santa Ana Santa Ana CollegeCollege
Last updated 12/15/12
Spring 2014Spring 2014
NEW Student NEW Student Orientation & Class Orientation & Class Registration Info.Registration Info.
The Purpose of Orientation:
• Provide you with basic information about SAC & Educational
Planning• Assist you with class selection and
on-line registration for your first semester
• Review of your Placement Test Scores
SAC Assessment Form
Test Results
Your Placement
Test Results
English
Math
English Assessment
Class CTEP (Adjusted
score)
English N50 0-31
English N60 32-39
English 061 40-47
English 101 48-70
Raw Score
Adjusted Score
Based on adjusted
score only
College English Course Sequence
English N50 (3 units)Intro. to Written Communication
English N60 (3 units)Basics of Effective Writing
English 061 (3 units)Introduction to Composition
English 101 or 101H (4 units)Freshman Composition
English 102 or 102H (3 units)Literature and Composition
English 103 or 103H (4 units)Critical Thinking and Writing
Student Planning Guide, Page #5
ESL/EMLS Assessment
Adjusted Score
Based on adjusted score
only
Raw Score
Class Adjusted Score
Continuing Education Classes 0 – 32
EMLS 055 33 – 43
EMLS 107 44 – 51
EMLS 109 52 – 58
EMLS 110 59 – 66
ESL 112 67 – 73
ENGLISH 101 74 –75
ESL/EMLS Assessment
Class Rec’d Speech Class Rec’d Reading Class
EMLS 055 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading I
Comm. Studies N52A (3 units) Reading N50 or N80
EMLS 107 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading II
Comm. Studies N52AB (3 units) Reading N80
EMLS 109 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading III
Comm. Studies 096, 097 (3 units)Comm. Studies N53 (3 units)
Reading N90
EMLS 110 (3 units)Intro. To the Essay
Comm. Studies 096, 097 (3 units)Comm. Studies N53 (3 units)
Reading N90 or 102
EMLS 112 (3 units)Advanced Composition
Comm. Studies N50 (3 units) Reading 102
English 101 or 101H (4 units)Freshman Composition
Comm. Studies 101 (3 units) Inter. Comm.Comm. Studies 102 (3 units) Public Speaking
Reading 150
Reading Assessment
Class CTEP (Adjusted
score)
Reading N80 0-12
Reading N90 13-16
Reading 102 Eligibility for English 061
Reading 150 Eligibility for English 101
Raw Score
Adjusted Score
Based on adjusted
score only
Math Assessment
Raw Score
Adjusted Score
Based on adjusted
score only
Math Cut Off Score
Level III Cut Score
Take Level II Exam 0-17
Math 105/140/145 or Math 219
18-26
Math 150 or 160Bus Calc or Trig
27-45
Level IV Cut Score
Take Level III Exam 0-15
Math 170 Pre-Calculus
16-23
Math 180Calculus
24-40
Level I Cut score
Math N05 Basic Math(Cont. Education Center)
0-9
Math N06 Basic Math 10-20
Math N48 Pre-Algebra 21-34
Math 060 Elementary Alg.
35-50
Level II. Cut score
Take Exam 1 0-16
Math 060 Elementary Alg.
17-25
Math 070 Geometry or Math 080/081
21-34
/081
Math/Science/Engineering
Business / Social Science
Liberal Arts
When can I take classes?
• Mornings, afternoon or evening
• Weekends
• On-line - Some meet only once – beginning of semester - Some meet once a month
• TV Most classes are:
Mon./Wed., Tues./Thurs.,
Fri/Sat. or meet once a week
HOW LONG will it take to finish college?
It depends on:• Your goal or degree objective
• Are attending full-time or part-time
• How much you work
In general, if you wish to complete two years of college (60 units) in:
2 years - take an average of 15 units each semester 3 years - take an average of 10 units each semester
How many classes should I take?
Full-time student .......... take at least 12 units
Athletic eligibility .......... take at least 12 units
If you work…
Consider enrolling in…
40 hrs. a week 6 unit(typically 2 classes)
30 hrs. a week 9 units (typically 3 classes)
20 hrs. a week 12 units (typically 4 classes)
5-15 hrs. a week 14-16 units (4 or more classes)
Note: The majority of A.A/G.E./Transfer courses are 3 units.
Weekly Study Requirement...
12 Units = 12 hrs. of classStudying = 20 - 25 hrs.Working = 15 hrs. (part-time)
Total = 47 – 52 hours
Full-time students
Part-time students
7 Units = 7 hrs. of classStudying = 14 hrs.Working = 40 hours (full-time)
Total = 61 hours
Three Programs of Study @ SAC
1) Vocational Certificate
2) Associate Degree
3) Transfer Programs to the University
@ The University:
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) Master’s degree (M.A.) Ph.D. / Professional School
Vocational Certificate
MAJORCOURSES
ONLY
• A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill.
• Can be helpful in obtaining or upgrading employmentRequirements:
Examples: Business Applications, Electronics, Auto Tech, CIS
Total Units: (Varies) Min. 12 units
Associate Degree
• Usually referred to as AA or AS (Assoc. of Arts or Sciences)
• Offered by community colleges
Major Courses
GeneralEducation Courses
Plan A (24 units)
Elective Courses+ +
Requirements:
Total Units: Min. 60 units
Examples: Business Admin., Liberal Arts, Nursing, Paralegal
Transfer Programs• Lead to TRANSFER to a UNIVERSITYUNIVERSITY
(UC / CSU / Private / Out-of-State)
• Classes count toward completion of a Bachelor’s Degree
Major Courses
GeneralEducation Courses
Plan B or C(36-42 units)
Elective Courses+ +
Requirements:
Total Units: 60-70 units
Examples: Engineering, Teacher Education, Business Admin.
What General Ed. plan is best for me?
PLAN APLAN A - Associate Degree Only(60 Units Total, 24 GE Units)
PLAN BPLAN B - AA Degree & Transfer to the CSU
(60-70 Units Total, 41 GE Units)PLAN CPLAN C - AA Degree & Transfer to the UC or CSU & Some Private Univ.’s
(60-70 Units Total, 39-48 Units)
Plan A – Associate’s degree only
A. Natural Sciences – 3 units
B. Social & Behavior Sciences – 6
units
C. Humanities – 3 units
D. Cultural Breadth – 3 units
E. Language & Rationally – 6 units
F. Lifelong Understanding & Self-Develop. 3 units, no more than 1 unit from F2
24 Units GE (8 classes)
+36 Units Major/ Elective____________________
=60 Units Total
Plan B – CSU GE
A. English & Critical Thinking (9 units)
B. Science & Math (10 units)
C. Arts & Humanities (9 units)
D. Social Sciences (9 units)
E. Lifelong Learning (3 units)
& Self-Development
Golden Four A1. Oral Communication A2. English 101 A3. Critical Thinking B4. Math 105/140/219/160
40-41 Units GE (13 classes + 1 lab)
+ 20-30 Units Major/Electives____________________________
= 60-70+Total Units
PLAN CPLAN C – IGETC
I: English 101 & Critical Thinking
II: Math/Quan. Reasoning
III: Arts & Humanities
IV: Social & Behavioral Sciences
V: Physical Science
VI: Language Other Than English
36-48 Units GE
+ 12-30+ Units Major /Electives_______________________
= 60-70+Total Units
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Math & science majors and major prep. courses
• Courses that improve basic skillsEnglish / EMLSMathematicsReading & Study Skills
• Counseling classes
• General education classes
• Intro. classes in a career/area of interest
• Courses of personal interest to you
Courses for Your First Semester @ Courses for Your First Semester @ SACSAC
SAMPLE Semester Schedule
(full-time student)Weekly Schedule
College College InformationInformationHow does college work?
We will cover:
• Academic calendar & first day/week
• Adding & dropping classes
• Tuition & payment
• Financial aid & textbooks
Academic Calendar – Spring 2014
Spring Registration
Jan. 15th New Student Registration Begins
Spring 2014
Feb. 10th Instruction Begins
Feb. 22nd Last day to add with an instructor signature or add code
Feb. 23rd Last day to drop a full semester course and not owe fees
Also, student will not receive a “W” on the transcript
Apr. 7th to 13th Spring Break Vacation
May 11th Last day to drop a full semester class with a “W” grade
June 2nd to 8th Final Exam
Adding a full class
Option #1 – Add to waitlist Note: No waitlist 1st week of
school.
Option #2 – Show up day 1st day of classes
You will be provided with an ADD CODE
Dropping a classDrop your course online.
Deadline for full semester courses:
Drop without “W”: Feb. 23rd
Drop with a “W”: May 11th
* It’s your RESPONSIBILITY! *
Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course (online).
“F”Grade
College Tuition and Fees•Regular Students (Per Semester)
Enrollment $46 per unitHealth Fees $18 per semester Student Services Fees $7.50 (optional)Parking Fees $30 per semester
$20 (fee waiver student)
Part-time student (6 units) $276
Full-time student (12-15 units) $552-690
• International Students$ 214 per units plus any additional fees
Tuition & Payment:Fees/Payment Policy
(Payment & ID cards: Cashiers Office, Admissions Building)
Fees must be paid within
3 calendar days of registering for courses or you will be dropped for non-payment.
(Days include weekends)
There is no partial payment plans or exceptions to this policy.
Other Costs? BOOKS
!
$60.00 X 4 CLASSES = $240.00
$80.00 X 4 CLASSES = $320.00
Math & Science Textbooks
$100 to $175 each
Sources of Assistance
to Pay for Textbooks• EOPS Book Voucher
• Buy a Book Society-$100 scholarship for FEP and honors students
• Center for Teacher Ed. Textbook Loan Program
• MESA Textbook Loan Programs
• ASG “Work for Your Book” Program
• It consists of grants, work study, and loans.
• To apply, you must complete the FAFSA. (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
Who can apply for Financial Aid?
• Students must be legal U.S. residents to apply for the FAFSA.
• Undocumented students maybe eligible for certain state aids beginning Spring 2013. See the Financial Aid Office for information.
Financial Aid Basics
Free Gift Aid:– BOGW– Grants
• Federal• State• Institutional/Private
– Scholarships• Institutional• Private
Self-Help Aid:– Loans
• Federal • Private
– Work Study• Federal• Institutional
Financial Aid
Apply for the:FAFSA & Cal Grants
2013-2014 BOGW Fee Waiver
Family Size 2012 Income 1 $16,755
2 $22,695
3 $28,635
4 $34,575
5 $40,515
6 $46,515
7 $52,395 (Add $5,940 for addition person)
What we can do for you:
• Help you select courses
• Help you decide on a major
• Show you how to obtain your A.A.
• Plan a transfer program for you
• Help you to manage academic & life
challenges
•Tell you about courses that will help you
obtain a job
Counselors
Orientations/Workshops for
Students
• Educational Planning Workshops Plan A, Plan B & Plan C
• Choosing a Major Workshop
• Fire Tech./Nursing Orientations
• Job Search & Interview Workshops
• STEM Majors/Careers Orientation
• Teacher Education Orientation
• Transfer Application Workshops
• Academic Computing Center (ACC) – Free on-campus computer lab
• Child Development Centers – Provides child care for children 6 months to 5 years old
• DSPS – Provides support services & accommodations for students with verified disabilities
• Health and Wellness Center – Provides Health & Psychological services
• Service Learning Center – Connects students with many non-profit agencies which offer volunteer opportunities
• Tutorial Learning Center – Offers FREE tutoring in a wide variety of subject areas for enrolled students
Santa Ana CollegeSupport Programs &
Services
On-line CLASS REGISTRATION
Go to:
Click on Web Advisor
Click on Students
Pay your
fees & tuition
View your
financial aid award
CLICK HERE
to begin registering for
your classes
Unofficial Transcripts
Term – Spring 2014
Location – Santa Ana College
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Course Number
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Fields Blank!
Click Submit
Check Box
Click Submit
Click Register or Waitlist
Click Submit
View your class schedule
View your waitlist
information
&
Drop your class/es
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