College Corner

Every month there will be an up-to-date College Newsletter on college financial aid information (located to the left of this page). You can find the most recent College Newsletters to the left of this page and any resources and upcoming events will be located at the bottom of the page. Please visit the Scholarship Resources link as well.

Class of 2021 College Acceptances
- - Arizona State University Local
  - Arizona State University-Tempe
  - California Lutheran University
  - California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
  - California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
  - California State University-Bakersfield
  - California State University-Channel Islands
  - California State University-Chico
  - California State University-Dominguez Hills
  - California State University-East Bay
  - California State University-Fresno
  - California State University-Fullerton
  - California State University-Long Beach
  - California State University-Los Angeles
  - California State University-Northridge
  - California State University-Sacramento
  - California State University-San Bernardino
  - California State University-Stanislaus
  - California State University-San Marcos
  - Cal Tech
  - Carnegie Mellon University
  - Colorado State University-Fort Collins
  - Cornell University
  - Drexel University
  - East Los Angeles College
  - El Camino Community College District
  - Emmanuel College
  - Hawaii Pacific University
  - Long Beach City College
  - Los Angeles Trade technical college
  - Loyola University Chicago
  - Montana State University
  - Mount Saint Mary's University, Los Angeles
  - Northwestern University
  - Ohio University-Main Campus
  - Oregon State University
  - Pasadena City College
  - Pennsylvania State University
  - Santa Monica College
  - Spartan College
  - Syracuse University
  - San Diego State University
  - San Francisco State University
  - San Jose State University
  - University of California-Berkeley
  - University of California-Davis
  - University of California-Irvine
  - University of California-Los Angeles
  - University of California-Merced
  - University of California-Riverside
  - University of California-San Diego
  - University of California-Santa Barbara
  - University of California-Santa Cruz
  - University of Arizona
  - University of Arkansas
  - University of La Verne
  - University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
  - University of New Hampshire-Main Campus
  - University of New Haven
  - University of Notre Dame
  - University of Oregon
  - University of San Francisco
  - University of the Pacific
  - University of Washington-Bothell Campus
  - Washington College
  - West Los Angeles college

College Counselor Hours

By Appointment Only!!!

Every week you will be able to schedule an appointment with the college counselor by clicking here. This will be updated every Friday by the end of the day.

LIKE REMINDERS?

Sign up for the Remind Text service to get reminders regarding college representative info meetings, testing information, scholarship opportunities, important deadlines, and more.

Parents are welcome to join. (You may unsubscribe at any time.)

SENIORS-Text @sqa202 to 81010 (yes it is @sqa202)

JUNIORS- Text @sqa2023 to 81010

SOPHOMORES-Text @sqa2024 to 81010

FRESHMAN- Text @sqa2025 to 81010

Trouble using 81010? Try texting to (754) 333-6659 instead.

Exploring Majors

Are you a student trying to find a college or university you are ELIGIBLE for? If you have no clue as to which college can be a great fit, start exploring!

Noodle.org is a wonderful online tool for you to utilize when searching for colleges and universities. You can filter by location, college size, and most importantly GPA and SAT scores. Check it out! http://www.noodle.com/

BIG FUTURE: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org
• Use the College Search filters to find the right school for you!
• Search by major, test scores/selectivity, and location to start. The size of the school may matter to you, too.
Think about the learning environment in which you would be most comfortable – where you would be
most likely to get INVOLVED in your education.
• Under “Paying,” you will find a Net Price Calculator option to calculate approximate financial aid opportunities to get a better estimate of what you might actually pay

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION PROTOCOL:

Brag-sheet needs to be completed (Located below as an attachment under Important Worksheets)
You need 2-3 recommenders (make sure they are the same recommenders for EOP and Privates)
Ask your recommenders through email if they can write you a letter of recommendation
If the recommender/s says yes, email them a hard copy of your completed brag-sheet
When emailing the recommender make sure you send a professional email (you can google this, just do not copy word by word. Make it your own) thank them for their time and let them know that the Letter of Recommendation for EOP is due November 30th and privates are due December 13th (Before we go on break)
Please let recommenders know that for EOP they will receive a Recommendation form through email to fill out (this happens when you submit your CSU application).
For private schools, letters of recommendation are actual letter. This will be due about the same time as your application deadline (THIS IS WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO ASK EARLY)
Also if you are applying for a private school make sure you request your recommender through your application.
You can start asking as soon as you are done with your brag sheet (make sure your brag sheet was looked over by Ms. Aboli
Make sure you always put down the right email or they will never receive your recommendation request
Please keep in mind some teachers might have a limit on how many students they will accept
Always follow up with your recommenders to make sure they are completing the recommendation in a timely manner.
LASTLY, YOUR RECOMMENDERS DO NOT NEED TO SHARE THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS WITH YOU IF THEY DO NOT WANT TO. SO DO NOT ASK THEM FOR IT.

Here are some tips to help you ask your teacher/counselor for a letter of recommendation.

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/get-in/your-high-school-record/how-to-get-a-great-letter-of-recommendation

Resource for College Applications: AB 540 and DACA Students

When completing your college applications, leave the Social Security Number (SSN) blank. When asked about citizenship status, answer none of the above.

Make sure to answer all questions about when your stay in California began.
For CSU Applications, complete the California Non-Resident Tuition Exemption Request Form

Males 18-25 must register with Selective Service to be eligible for Cal Grant and other state aid. Obtain a registration form at the U.S. Post Office or you can click HERE for the form to complete. Make sure you follow the directions on how to fill out the form. Once you complete the form you need to mail it ASAP.

Laws and Important Information for Undocumented Students

AB 540 California Senate Bill: http://www.immigrationdirect.com/ab540-california-state-bill.jsp

UC AB 540 Information: http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/paying-for-uc/tuition-and-cost/ab540/index.html

CSU AB 540 Information: http://www.csuchico.edu/fa/categories/ab540.shtml

Common Application & DACA Information: https://appsupport.commonapp.org/ics/support/KBAnswer.asp?questionID=1120&subscribe=

CLICK HERE FOR Important Worksheets for College Applications (Seniors please make sure to put these documents in your Digital College Folder)