College Counseling
College and University Information
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California State University (CSU)
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23 CSU Campuses across California.
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Take a Virtual Tour to 'visit' any one of the 23 campuses
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Explore CSU Programs and Majors with the Degree Program Search.
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Applications open October 1st through November 30th each year. To apply, visit CalStateApply
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View the Cal State Apply Freshman Application Guide for information on filling out the CSU application.
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CSU Application Fee Waiver information - You will fill in your family size and financial information in the 'about me' section. At the end of the application it will let you know whether or not you qualify.
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Wondering if it pays to go to college? Cal State Pays has information on how much you may be able to earn
after graduating with specific majors, where Cal State graduates are working and what they are earning, as well
as information on what your return on education will be.
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University of California (UC)
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TOURS: 9 UC Campuses accross California
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Take a Virtual Tour to 'visit' one of the 9 campuses
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Explore UC Programs and Majors with the Degree Program Search.
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APPLICATIONS are open November 1st through November 30th each year. To Apply to any UC visit apply.universityofcalifornia
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​View the UC A-G Policy Resource Guide as a reference for college intrance requirements.
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ACLC Course Articulation- may help you in filling out your A-G courses on your UC application.
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UC Fee Application Fee Waiver information
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Learn more about how to present yourself on the application.
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UC INSIGHT QUESTIONS- The UCs require applicants to answer 4 out of 8 questions as part of the application process. This is your time to shine! Promps and tips can be found on the UC website.
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Need some help getting started. Insight question brainstorming can be a great place to start!​
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THIS VIDEO has a plethora of information and tips on starting your PIQs. Also has a lot of great resources linked from it.
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How do you add up? Take a look at UC admissions rates by campus. Note this is a general guide*
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Private and Independent Colleges
There are many private and independent colleges around the country. Visit their individual websites for admission and application requirements. Most applications will require a written statement or college essay. Review this PowerPoint for tips and general information about writing a college application essay.
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The Common Application gives you instant access to more than 800 public and private colleges and universities around the world, and is a seamless way to manage the application process. Fill out one application to apply to many schools, but be mindful that some colleges request additional suppliments you have to submit. The website also contains information on choosing a school, financial aid, and more.
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The Common Application essay prompts can be found HERE.
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Common App Fee Waiver information
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Common Application guide for first time students
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The Coalition Application is another online application platform used by some univeristies. Create a MyCoalition account and use the college planning tools to learn, plan for, and apply to college.
AICCU - Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities. Comprehensive list of all California private/independent universities
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HBCU -Historically Black Colleges and Universities are institutions of higher education in the United States that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the intention of primarily serving the African-American community. HBCUs offer all students, regardless of race, an opportunity to develop their skills and talents. These institutions train young people who go on to serve domestically and internationally in the professions as entrepreneurs and in the public and private sectors.
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Apply to all 61 emmber institutions for only one $20 application fee via the Common Black College App