Mark Keppel High SchoolWelcome, Class of 2015!

12th Grade Parent Night

MKHS Counselor BreakdownGuidance Counselors

Duanes A-F

Desselle G-Hur

MatsuoHuy-Mach

ChanMad-Th

Sesztak Ti-Z

Dr. Cynthia Prentice,Assistant Principal

Tonight’s Agenda1. MKHS Graduation Requirements2. College Entrance Information

Community College 4 Year Universities

3. College Application Process4. Letters of Recommendation Process5. Financial Aid Resources6. Career Center7. Upcoming Activities

Mark Keppel High School Graduation Requirements

English 40 creditsPhysical Education 20 creditsMathematics 30 credits

- Algebra required - Geometry required

Science 20 credits - Physical Science - Life Science Social Science 30 credits - World History - US History

- American Government/EconomicsFine Arts or Foreign Language 10 creditsElective Courses 60 credits Total: 210 credits

Students must also pass the CAHSEE in order to receive a diploma.

CAHSEE (Exit Exam) Test Dates2014

October 7th & 8th

2015

February 3rd & 4th

May 12th & 13th

Selecting a College

Factors to Consider:Academic eligibility (a-g, g.p.a.)

Academic programs (majors)Student body (demographics, size)Cost (tuition, books, housing, transportation)Campus life (social activities, interests,

career opportunities)Location (urban/suburban/rural setting,

distance from home)

California Community College Information

www.cccco.edu

Entrance Requirement:18 years old or high school diploma

Transfer to 4-Year University Programs:

UC – 2.4 minimum GPACSU – 2.0 minimum GPA

AA Degree* & Certificate Programs available

* (will receive priority admission to CSU)

California Community College Information

www.cccco.edu

Options Statewide

112East Los Angeles College, LA City

College, Pasadena City College, LA Trade Tech,

etc.

*CAN be enrolled in courses at more than one campus.

Tuition Costs $1,104/year*( $46 per unit)

Test Required for Admission

Placement test required for math and English

*EAP may replace this!(SAT/ACT not required)

GPA Requirement None

*Books, housing, & transportation costs not included.

Application Process – Community Colleges

Applications dates vary by Community College*Pick up application from community college or

enroll online. Check individual websites for deadlines!You may apply to & attend more than one college at a

time.

TestingCheck with individual community college about

placement exams (as CST EAP from junior year may replace assessment)

*Check frequently for application dates.

UC/CSU Entrance

Requirements

The CSU and UC requirements will be covered in more detail by the college

representatives in the cafeteria at 7:00 pm.

UC/CSU College Information

UC System9

Undergraduate Schools1

Graduate School

Tuition Costs $13,456*

CSU System 23 Undergraduate Schools

Tuition Costs $6,343*

GPA Requirements UC: a 3.0 or betterCSU: a 2.0 or better

Test Required for Admission

UC: SAT or ACT + writing**

CSU: SAT or ACT**

*Books, housing, & transportation costs not included.**see CSU eligibility index and/or UC eligibility index (combine GPA

& test scores for admission requirements.

4-year College Admission Testing Requirement

SAT ACTwww.collegeboard.comOct. 11th (late reg by 9/30)

Nov 8nd (reg by 9/9)Dec 24th (reg by 11/8)

www.actstudent.orgSept 13th (late reg by 9/6)

Oct 25th (reg by Sept 27)

Dec 24th (reg by Nov 8)

*Fee waivers available for eligible students on a limited basis. Students should see counselor before or after school –

or at lunch – well before registration deadline.

*Many colleges will still accept test scores taken through

December 2014 (UC/CSU).

Application Process – California State UniversityApplication

www.csumentor.eduCopy ALL documents submitted Print receipt of application submittal

Costs$55 per campus Fee waiver embedded in online application

(maximum 4)

DeadlinesFiling period: October 1 – November 30!

Testing: EPT & ELM placement tests (There are some exemptions, example CSU EAP exam may replace this assessment)

Application Copy ALL documents submitted Print receipt of application submittal

Costs $70 per campus Fee waiver embedded in online application

(maximum 4)

Deadlines Filing period: November 1 – November 30! Application becomes available online on

October 1st

University of Californiawww.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

Personal Statement:

The Prompts

1. Describe the world you come from — for example, your family, community or school — and tell us how your world has shaped your dreams and aspirations.

2. Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud and how does it relate to the person you are?

Plan to Attend Personal Statement Workshop!

Date/time TBD

Personal Statement

1. Start your personal statement early.2. Be clear. Be focused. Be organized.3. Do not manufacture hardship.4. Write persuasively and give specific

examples.5. Give yourself plenty of time for revisions

and obtain feedback.

More tips available at: www.universityofcalifornia.edu

Application Process – Private Universities

AdmissionsRequirements vary greatly; students must check with

each private college.Application

www.commonapp.orgCheck private university websitesKeep a copy of ALL documents submitted Print receipt of application submittal

CostsApplication costs varyFee waiver available if eligible (see counselor)

DeadlinesDeadlines vary, see individual university websites.

Other Application ProceduresWatch for and respond to all college

correspondence!Mostly done through e-mail!Use an appropriate email address & check daily.

Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) – varies by college, usually around May 1st. Typically requires monetary deposit to ensure enrollment at school.

Housing – deposit is often requiredTranscripts – submit only upon request of

collegePlease note: Transcripts must be ordered through

Student Bank

Final Transcripts – Student must request from MKHS Records Office in May.

Letters of Recommendation

UCLetters of recommendation not required

CSULetters of recommendation not required* EOP applications require two recommendations (from

counselor, teacher, employer, or other community member)

PrivateLetter of recommendation usually requiredCheck with individual private universities

Letters of Recommendation (for private colleges & scholarships)

All requests should be given to counselor/teacher/community member/employer AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!

Requests submitted with less than two weeks’ notice will not be honored.

Any requests for letters for applications with deadlines in January must be submitted by Friday, December 5th.

What is required:1. Copy of “Senior Information Packet”2. Copy of Personal Statement3. Stamped and addressed envelope*

o Correct postageo Be sure to check university requirements for envelope size,

address labels, etc.*if using paper application process

Financial AidFinancial aid presentations will be held for

students in December

UC/CSU approximate cost: $20,000 - $30,000/ year (includes tuition, books, housing, transportation)

Cash for College Workshop (FAFSA)Saturday, January 25, 2014- at MKHS8 am – 12 pmScholarships available for attending!All students should attend, regardless of college path!

For More Informationwww.fafsa.ed.gov – opens January 1, 2015 - due March

2, 2015!

Scholarship Information Visit www.mkhs.org and the Guidance Office for updated

scholarship resources.

Scholarship searches on the InternetBe wary of searches that charge a fee See website www.fastweb.com

Check place of employment, church, organizations to which you belong, local newspaper, etc. You must invest time and energy in scholarship search & application!

Always follow-up with a thank you card to the organization that provided the scholarship.

Check with the individual colleges/universities as well.

Career Center Help

CSULA (California State University, Los Angeles)

will provide an Ambassador to answer questions, give information to students. Days and Times TBD.Career exploration:

• Go to Career Cruising.com • Username: markkeppel Password: career

• Listen to the Daily Bulletin for updates regarding career and representative visits (military, trade schools, etc.)!

Upcoming ActivitiesWinter BallProm

Grad Nightetc.!

Remember, in order to participate, students must maintain

• 2.00 GPA• Satisfactory citizenship• Satisfactory attendance

More information available in Business & Activities Office.

Important Dates to Remember

Thursday,October 16

College Fair 2014@ SGHS

4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

November 30 Deadline for UC and CSU Applications!

Please join us now for CSU/UC presentation at 7:00 pm