welcome to welcome to santa ana college early decision new student orientation

Welcome to

Santa Ana College

EARLY DECISION NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

www.sac.edu

Register for Welcome to SAC Day:

We invite you to join us for a welcome and tour of

Santa Ana College from 9-11:15am on any of these

dates:

• Wednesday, July 15• Thursday, July 16

• Wednesday, July 22• Thursday, July 23

• Wednesday, July 29• Thursday, July 30

Send an email to studentoutreach@sac.edu or call (714) 564-6141 and let us know which date you will

attend.

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

Student Success & Support Program (3SP) State Requirements:

2) Orientation – Today

3) Abbreviated Ed. Plan – End of Presentation

1) Assessment/testing – Completed!

4) Comprehensive Ed. Plan – Counseling Appt. Note: Must be completed before 15 units or by the 3rd semester, and is required to keep your priority registration!

Joe Student 1234567 5/1/15 Business X X

SAC 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

English as a Second Language (ESL) Program

Class Rec’d Speech Class Rec’d Reading Class

EMLS 055 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading I

CMST N52A (3 units) Reading N50 or N80

EMLS 107 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading II

CMST N52B (3 units) Reading N80

EMLS 109 (4 units)Writing, Grammar & Reading III

CMST 097 (3 units) Reading 101

EMLS 110 (3 units)Intro. To the Essay

CMST 097 (3 units) Reading 101

EMLS 112 (3 units)Advanced Composition

CMST 097 (3 units) Reading 102

English 101 or 101H (4 units)Freshman Composition

CMST 101 (3 units) Interpersonal Com.CMST 102 (3 units) Public Speaking

Reading 150

Student Planning Guide, Page 5

Examples: (Math Requirements for Transfer)

English Math 105

Psychology Math 219 or Psy. 210

Business Math 140, then Math 150 (for most CSU’s)

Engineering Math 160, 170, 180, and beyond…

Weekly Study Requirement...

12 Units = 12 hrs. of classStudying = 24 hrs.Working = 12 hrs. (part-time)

Total = 48 hours

Full-time students

Part-time students

6 Units = 6 hrs. of classStudying = 12 hrs.Working = 40 hrs. (full-time)

Total = 58 hours

Student Planning Guide, Page 2

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)

10-20 hrs. a week 12 units (typically 4 classes)

0-10 hrs. a week 14-16 units (4 or more classes)

Note: The majority of A.A/G.E./Transfer courses are 3 units.

Student Planning Guide, Page 3

What’s your goal at @ SAC?

1) Transfer to University Would like to attend a 4-year institution such as a UC, CSU or Private and earn a

B.A. or B.S.

You can obtain an A.A./A.S./A.A.-T or A.S.-T while getting units toward transfer, 2-4 years

Examples: Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Psychology, etc…

2) Associates Degree Earn an A.A. or A.S by graduating from a community college.

Not planning to transfer at this time, timeline: 2-4 years

Examples: Fire Technology, RN Nursing, Speech Pathology Assistant, etc…

3) Technical Certificates A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill.

Timeline: 1-2 semesters

Examples: Medical Assistant, Welding, Entrepreneurship, etc… Student Planning Guide, Pages

2-3

What General Ed. plan is best for me?

PLAN A - Associate Degree Only(60 Units Total, 25-27 GE Units)

PLAN B - AA Degree & Transfer to the CSU

(60-70 Units Total, 42-46 GE Units)PLAN C - AA Degree & Transfer to the UC or CSU & Some Private Univ.’s

(60-70 Units Total, 36-45 Units)Student Planning Guide, Page 3 & Page 8-

13

Vocational Certificate

MAJORCOURSES

ONLY

• A series of special major courses, all related to a particular occupational skill.

• Can be helpful in obtaining or upgrading employment

Requirements:

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

Student Planning Guide, Page 8

Transfer Programs• Lead to TRANSFER to a UNIVERSITY

(UC / CSU / Private / Out-of-State)

• Classes count toward completion of a Bachelor’s Degree

Major Courses

GeneralEducation Courses

Plan B or C(36-46 units)

Elective Courses+ +

Requirements:

Total Units: 60-70 unitsExamples: Engineering, Teacher Education, Business

Admin. Student Planning Guide, Page 10-11 &

12-13

Associate in Arts/Science For Transfer

(AA-T & AS-T)

• Designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree

Benefits: – Guaranteed admission with junior standing

somewhere in the CSU system university

– Priority admission consideration to local CSU campus in same cases

– Slight GPA bump of .1 GPA for admission purposes for certain CSU’s

Student

Planning Guide

Page 16

Certificate Info.

AA/AS Info.

AA-T/AS-T Info.

To put a class schedule together:

• How many classes to take…

• What classes to take…

• How to schedule your classes…

Also need Your test scores & the class schedule

You need to know:

• Courses that improve basic skillsEnglish / ESL, Math, Reading & 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 @ SAC

Freshman Experience Program

(Fresh X Program)• Paired Classes

• Coordinated workload

• College Success and Career Planning Help

• Close Connection with College Instructors

Typical Format of Most Fresh X courses:

English Course + Counseling Course

Math Course + Counseling Course

Sample Class Schedule

COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM

NUMBER            

Math 083 6 11:30-2:35 PM MW

English N60 3 9:30 – 10:25 AM TTH

Reading N90 3 8:00 – 9:25 AM MW

  MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

8:00-8:30  Reading  Reading  

8:30-9:00          

9:00-9:30    English N60   English N60  

9:30-10:00          

10:00-10:30          

10:30-11:00          

11:00-11:30  

11:30-12:00          

12:00-12:30 Math 083    Math 083  

12:30-1:00          

1:00-1:30       

1:30-2:00          

2:00-2:30          

2:30-3:00          

Freshman Experience Example (U-LINK Block #10)

COURSE TITLE & UNITS Section # TIME DAY INSTRUCTOR ROOM

NUMBER            

CMST 102 3 12494 10:30 – 12:55 PM T Th Fondren, S C-207

Counseling 107 3 10790 1:15 – 4:20 PM W Pastrana, L. F-102

Counseling N45 .5 10706 8:30 – 5:30 PM 8/17 Zook, R. R-124

English & Math 7-8

  MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

8:00-8:30      

8:30-9:00  Math    Math    

9:00-9:30          

9:30-10:00          

10:00-10:30    CMST 102   CMST 102  

10:30-11:00          

11:00-11:30  

11:30-12:00      

12:00-12:30          

12:30-1:00     Counseling

107    

1:00-1:30  English 101 English 101   

1:30-2:00          

2:00-2:30          

2:30-3:00          

1. Pick up Fresh X cohort sheet #10from a Counselor

2. Add an English and Math course to your schedule

College Information

How does college work?

Academic Calendar 2015-2016

Fall 2015

August 24 Instruction Begins

September 6 Last day to add and to drop full-term classes without “W” grade with enrollment fee

refund for full semester.

November 15 Last Day to Drop with “W” for full semester.

December 12 Instruction Ends

Adding a full class

Option 1: WAIT LIST Note: There is no wait list option for

students during the Early Registration process.

Option 2: ADD CODE

Dropping a classIt’s your RESPONSIBILITY

Drop your course on-line (Web Advisor)

Last day to drop:

• without a “W” – Sept. 6th

• with a “W” - Nov. 15th

Note: You do not need instructor’s signature to drop a course

“F”Grade

How much will it cost to attend

SAC?

College Tuition and Fees• CA Resident Students (Per Semester)

Enrollment $46 per unitHealth Fees $19 per semester Student Services Fees $10.00 (optional)ID Card $2.50Student Representation Fee $2.00Parking Fees $30 per semester

$20 if you are qualified for fee waiver.

Part-time student (6 units) $330 - $340 Full-time student (12-15 units) $600 - $750

• AB540 Students Same as above if your CA residency paperwork has been processed

Note: All fees and tuition are subject to changes based on

State Legislator or Community College Governing Board.

Student Planning Guide, Page 14

Other Costs? BOOKS !

$60.00 X 4 CLASSES = $240.00

$80.00 X 4 CLASSES = $320.00

Math & Science Textbooks

$100 to $175 each

• 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 U.S. citizen or legalresidents to apply for FAFSA.

• AB540 (undocumented) students are only eligible for state financial aid:

AB540 Fee Waiver – Paper App. @ SAC’s Financial Aid

California Dream Act – Apply @ www.CalDreamAct.org

Financial Aid Basics

Student Planning Guide, Page 15

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

Other Sources of Assistance to Pay for College

• EOPS Book Services

• Buy a Book Society-$100 scholarship for FEP and honors students

• Teacher Ed. and MESA Textbook Loan Programs

• ASG “Work for Your Book” Program

• Rolling Scholarships – Esp. AB540 Students

Fees/Payment Policy(Payment & ID cards: Cashiers Office, Admissions Building)

Payment Deadline

Early Decision Students: JULY 5th DEADLINE!

Returning Students & New Students: Fees must be paid within 3 calendar days of registering

or students will be dropped from classes for non-payment.

Payment Options: Online: In Person: or By Mail:

WWW.SAC.EDU Cashier’s Office S-104 SAC Address

There is no plan for partial payment and no exceptions to this policy. Questions? Call 714-564-6965.

High School: __________________________

Match at least 3 of the programs below:

CENTER for TEACHER ED. A. For students interested in math, science, engineering, etc… DSPS B. For students wanting to transfer to the university EOPS C. Guaranteed college admissions to CSUF and UCI FRESHMAN EXPERIENCE D. If you qualify, this program will help with book vouchers and counseling

MESA E. Disability related counseling; access to accommodations and services

SANTA ANA ADELANTE! F. Classes grouped to help you succeed during your freshman year

U-LINK G. For students interested in teaching

YOU WILL BE LEARNING ABOUT VARIOUS STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS AT SAC.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE SURVEY BELOW and SUBMIT BEFORE YOU LEAVE.

Student Support Services

• Center for Teacher Education

• Counseling (Academic & Career)

• EOPS

• Freshmen Experience

• Honors Program

• MESA Program

• Puente

• SSSP

• University Transfer Center

• U-LINK

• Career/Service Learning Center

• Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS)

• Health Center

• Psychological Services

• Veteran’s Resource Center

• Math Center

• Learning Center (Tutorial Services)

• Success Center

• Reading Center

• Tutorial Center

• Writing Center

EOPS Extended Opportunities Program & Services

Program Benefits• Priority registration

• Academic counseling

• FREE tutoring: English/Math/Biology

• Help with $chool-related cost$- Textbook Voucher- Supplies- Transportation

• And more to help you successfully complete your graduation and & transfer

Submit your EOPS application BEFORE you leave today!

There will be an EOPS staff outside your location.

SSSP Student Support Services Program

Program Benefits• Summer Bridge Program

• SSSP Grant – $1,000

• Academic Advising

Program Requirements• Placed into English 060/061

• Have Transfer as a Goal

• Valid Social Security #

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for SSSP’s

2015 SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM

Center for Teacher Education - Academic Counseling

- Book Loan Program

- Teacher Education Workshops

- Classroom Fieldwork Opportunities

- Scholarship Workshop & Assistance

- APPLE Courses

University Transfer Center - Academic Counseling

- CSU & UC Application Workshops

- College Fairs & University Tours

- Appointments with University Reps.

- Transfer Mentor Program

MESA Program Benefits: - Academic and Career Advisement

- Student Study Center & Textbook Loans

- Professional Development Workshops

ENGAGE in STEM Program: - STEM Academic Counseling and Career Advisement

- Internships & Fieldwork Experience

- Professional Development Workshops

Bridges to Engineering: - Academic and Career Advisement

- Student Study Center & Textbook Loans

- Professional Development Workshops

Puente Program• Paired Classes (English 061+ Cnsl. 100 + Cnsl. N45)

• Writing support

• Academic Counseling and Mentoring

U-Link Program (English 101 & Transfer Math Required) • Transfer Program to UC, CSU, and Privates Univ.

• Guaranteed Admission to UC Irvine from SAC

• UCI library Privileges & Faculty Presentations

• Service Learning (100 hrs. fieldwork)

FAST TRACK Program

Program Requirements:

• Be placed into Math N60 and English N60�

• Minimum 2.3 - High School GPA

• Not be employed over 20 hours per week while in �program

• Commit to both the Fall 2015 & Spring 2016 �semesters

Honors ProgramProgram Benefits

• Priority admissions for some universities• Designation as a president’s scholar• Scholarship eligibility• Letters of recommend from faculty

coordinator of the honors program

Program Requirements• 3.0 GPA or higher• Two references• Must complete 15 units

of honors courses

Want to Transfer?

Guaranteed Admission into Cal State Fullerton or UC Irvine to all S.A.U.S.D. students.

To be eligible:• Have transfer as an academic goal

• Maintain a minimum of 12 units each semester.

• Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships

• Sign up for the Adelante transfer orientation on Aug. 17th or 19th

Counseling N45 – Program Orientations

(See handout and pick one)

Tuesday, Aug. 17th • Adelante Program Only Section #12118

• Career Technical Education Section #10709

• Center for Teacher Education Section #10703

• Fast Track Program Section #10701& #10702

• Puente Program Section #86677

• U-LINK Program Section #86678, #86680 & #12080

• University Transfer Orientation Section #86681

Thursday, Aug. 19th • Adelante Program Only 9 Sections (See handout)

• Career Technical Education Section #10700

Circle One

Registration Steps

Click Here

Click Here

User Name Example: JB15482 (Initials + 5 digits)

Password: Rocky01 (Birthday)

Steps to Change Password

New Password: Part Number + Part Letter

Example: Rocky01

Click Student

Pay your fees & tuition

View your financial aid

award

CLICK HERE

to begin registering for

your classes

Grades

Class Schedule

Transcripts

Term – Fall 2015

Location – Santa Ana College

Select Subject &Course Number

LEAVE Bottom

Fields Blank!

Click Submit

1. Click to select course

2. Click submit after you

select your course

1. Select Register

2. Click Submit

Educational Planning

Now:

Complete your abbreviated educational plan

with

a counselor who will advise you on the classes

you should take during your first year.Later: (By the end of your 1st year of college)

Complete a comprehensive ed. plan: (3 Options)

1) 45 minute academic counseling appt. or

2) Educational planning course or

3) Educational planning workshop

Joe Student 1234567 1/1/15 Business X X

N60 102

081

Fall 15X

CMST 102

CNSL 116

Art 100

Earth Sc. 110

Econ 120

Bus. 150

English N60 3Math 084 6CNSL 116 3

12

English 061 3Art 100 3Bus. 150 4Earth Sc. 110 3

13

Spring 15

Make sure you & the counselor sign the Ed.

Plan!

Next Steps

1) Complete and submit your survey

2) Submit any program applications Example: EOPS or SSSP

3) Register and pay for your classes Note: Remember to submit your BOGW so your class are FREE!

4) Print your class schedule out at home and attend your 1st day of class – Aug. 24th

QUESTIONS?