Prepare for college

FOR JUNIORS: 

QuestBridge DCollege Prep Scholars Program 

https://www.questbridge.org/high-school-students/college-prep-scholars/who-should-apply

FOR SENIORS: 

Dell Scholarship 

https://www.dellscholars.org

Microsoft scholarship 

https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarships/microsoft-general-scholarship

CSS PROFILE 

https://student.collegeboard.org/css-financial-aid-profile

FAFSA 

https://fafsa.ed.gov

Other resources: 

https://www.brokescholar.com

cappex.com 

WHY BELOIT? 
-They have a large study abroad program
-They have lots of research opportunities 
-Its a small town in Wisconsin, but close to bigger cities.
 -They have themed dorms

TUITION: 

- Tuition: 38,194
-Total Cost for Undergrads: 42,194

 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

-Basic A-G 
-Most students have 3.5 GPA
 

APPLYING: 

Deadline is January 15
Apply at beloit.edu

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS: 
 Anthropology 
Biology
English
History
Math
Psychology 
Physics
Language and Literature 
Dance
Gender Studies
Economics
Classics

MEN’S ATHLETICS: 
Basketball
Cross country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Track and field

 
WOMEN’S ATHLETICS: 
Volleyball
Basketball
Cross country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track
Swimming

WHY USC? 

-21 athletic teams

-More than 750 clubs

-Located in the heart of Los Angeles

TUITION: 

-45,602 

-Total Cost for Undergrads: 62,245 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

-Basic A-G 

-Most students have 3.8 GPA

-Need 2 letters of recommendation 

APPLYING: 

-USC uses the Common App exclusively 

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS: 

-Social work

-pharmacy

-music

-medicine

-law

-education

-dance

-dentistry 

-architecture 

-business 

-accounting 

-many more  

MEN’S ATHLETICS: 

-Baseball

-basketball 

-football

-swimming

-water polo

WOMEN’S ATHLETICS: 

-basketball

-diving

-lacrosse 

-rowing 

-swimming

-water polo

-soccer

BY: JENN HAN & YESMINE HINES

COMMON APPLICATION: 

Deadline: January 1 or January 15 (this depends on the college you are applying to. If unsure, check their website.)

UC APPLICATION 

Deadline: Nov. 30 

FAFSA: 

For many: March 2 

Cal-Grant requires submission of school GPA by March 2

Community College Cal-Grant: September 2, 2017 

If non-citizen with social security card, apply to the Dream Act, NOT the FAFSA 

CSS PROFILE: 

Submit PROFILE two weeks before assigned deadline of college. 

SAT: 

Last time to take it: December 3 

ACT: 

Last time to take it: December 10 

Deadline to register: November 5

BY: YESMINE HINES & JENN HAN 

CSUN was founded in 1958 with an enrollment of 40,000 students from over 100 countries. More than 60 undergraduate, 70 masters, and 2 doctoral programs. CSUN was founded in 1958 with an enrollment of 40,000 students from over 100 countries. More than 60 undergraduate, 70 masters, and 2 doctoral programs. 

WHY CSUN? 

Small classroom sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio 

More than 300 clubs and organizations 

One-on-one faculty mentoring

Extensive academic support services

International and national study-abroad exchange options

356-acre campus convenient to Los Angeles attractions 

TUITION: 

In-state on Campus: $20,000 

In-state Off-campus with Relative or Family Member: $16,000

 Average Financial Aid:$11,000

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 

2-years of History 

4-years of English

3-years of math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig / Precalc) 

2-years of laboratory science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) 

2-years of foreign language 

1-year of visual & performers arts (Dance, Art, Drama, Music) 

1-year of college-precatory elective (such as APs, TA, and an extra A-G class) 

NOTE: Most, if not all, VAAS students pass these requirements. 

 APPLYING:

You should apply for CSUN between Oct. 1- Nov. 30 for next Fall. August 1-31 for the following Spring Semester. 

GPA: 

If GPA is below a 3.0, your ACT or SAT scores must be above a certain number. For more information, go to csun.edu/perspectivestudents

For GPA above a 3.0, you qualify with any ACT / SAT score. 

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS:

 CSUN has many majors such as Psychology, Computer Science, Health Administration, Biology, among many others. 

Some majors are IMPACTED MAJORS meaning they are popular for incoming students. To be admitted in those programs you must have a higher GPA. If you sign up for an impacted major and do not get in, you might not take all required classes till the next year. 

ATHLETICS: 

 Do you like sports? Well CSUN has many:

 Men’s Athletics: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track & Field, Volleyball.

Women’s Athletics: Beach Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo  

For more information, go to: csun.edu 

BY: YESMINE HINES & JENN HAN 

Why San Diego? 

• 19/1 Student-to-faculty ratio
• 7 Campus Research centers
• Thousands of internships, work-study, and research oppertunities. 
• 5 divisions with 130+ majors 
• #1 Surf School 
• San Diego is the 2nd largest city in California
• Admission of students from 117 countries. 
• There are 6 colleges on the UC San Diego Campus 

TUITION: 

• In-State on Campus: 31,235 
• In-State Off-Campus: 29,715
• Living With Parents In State: 24,855
• Non-California Residents add 22,878 to tuition noted above
• 70%  of UCSD students receive financial support, and approximately 60% receive need-based support. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

• 2 years of History
• 4 years of English
• 3 years of Math
• 2 years of Laboratory Science
• 2 years of language other than English 
• 1 year of visual/performing arts
• 1 year of college prep electives 
• Must submit scores for ACT + Writing or SAT Reason Test + Critical Reading, Math, & Writing

APPLYING: 

• Go to:  universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

GPA:

• No GPA requirement to apply. However, for scholarships, you MUST have a GPA of: 3.0 or better. 

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS:

• Anthropology
• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Cognitive Science 
• Communication
• Economics
• Education or Education Studies
• Earth Sciences
• Engineering
• Bioengineering
• Computer Science & Engineering

ATHLETICS: 

• Baseball
• Basketball 
• Crew
• Cross Country
• Fencing
• Men’s Golf
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming & Diving
• Tennis 
• Track & Field
• Volleyball
• Water Polo 

Campus Sports Facilities Include: 

Three Gymnasiums 

Three Swimming Pools

Playing Fields 

Track & Field Complex

Tennis Courts 

HOUSING: 

• 350 Students from over 30 countries 
• 6 markets, 3 food courts, 15 restaurants, and 10 dining halls
• Housing Guarantee: 2 years for freshmen, 1 year for transfers
• Over 380 Fraternities & Sororities 

For more information, please visit: admissions.ucsd.edu 

WHY UC SANTA BARBARA? 

• 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio 
• Diverse campus 
• Non-traditional student resource center (Older students, students with families) 
• Active student body, with 500 student organizations and multiple outdoor activities

TUITION 

• 71% of students receive financial aid 
• In-state Tuition: 13,956 
• FAFSA deadline: March 2, 2017 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: 

• Basic A-G Requirements 
• For scholarships, you must have a GPA of 3.0+ 

IMPACTED MAJOR 

• Philosophy 
• Music 
• Earth Science
• Communication
• Theater
• Statistical Science
• Hydrologic sciences & policies
• Japanese
• Most science majors should declare their major ahead of time

MEN’S SPORTS:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country 
• Golf
• Soccer
• Swimming & Diving 
• Tennis
• Track & field 
• Volleyball
• water polo

WOMEN’S SPORTS:

• Basketball 
• Cross Country
• Indoor track
• Soccer
• Softball
• Swimming 
• Tennis 
• Track & Field 
• Volleyball 
• Water polo 

Why UCLA?

--It is a well-known great campus surrounded by famous areas like Hollywood, Bel Air, and Disneyland.

--Beautiful campus, excellent academics, world-renowned research center, and great weather.

TUITION:

--Residence Hall:: 34,000

--Off-Campus apartments: 34,000

--Living with relatives: 25,000

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

--Basic A-G

--Must complete ACT + Writing or SAT

--If applying to Engineering or Applied Science, you must take the SAT Subject Tests in Math II and Science

--For Scholarships, you must have a 3.0 GPA

FINANCIAL AID:

--FAFSA can be turned in NOW - March 2

--45% of UCLA Undergrads get grants

--Average Gift Award: 18,808

IMPACTED MAJORS:

--Biochemistry

--Biology

--Business Economics

--Communication Studies

--English

--Economics

--Global Studies

--Human Biology

--Finance

--Political Science

--Psychology

MEN’S SPORTS:

--Football

--Baseball

--Basketball

--Cross Country

--Golf

--Soccer

--Tennis

--Track& Field

--Volleyball

--Water Polo

WOMEN’S SPORTS:

--Basketball

--Beach Volleyball

--Cross Country

--Golf

--Gymnastics

--Rowing

--Soccer

--Softball

--Swimming

--Tennis

--Track & field

--Volleyball