Welcome!

Senior Information Night

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Fall 2025

Counselors

Jose Torres 9^th – 12^th, last names A – F and ELD Students

jtorres@templetonusd.org (best way to correspond)

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Bre Goetz 9^th – 12^th, last names G-M

bgoetz@templetonusd.org(best way to correspond)

Google Phone: 408-755-6386

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Alexxa Craton 9th – 12^th, last names N - Z

acraton@templetonusd.org (best way to correspond)

Phone: 805-434-5883

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Topics Covered

• Community College Bound:
• Benefits/ Promise Scholarship
• Planned outreach
• Parent support at home
• University Bound
• Senior/counselor meetings
• College application deadlines
• Application Workshops
• Decision Types
• College Visits
• Parent support at home

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• Financial Aid
• FAFSA & types of aid
• Financial aid packages
• WUE
• Scholarships

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Class of 2025 Final Decisions

Community-College Bound:�California Community Colleges

1. 112 campuses/ $45 per unit/ Promise Scholarship at Cuesta

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• December: Community College Basics Presentations in all Civics/Econ and AP Gov classes
1. GE + major prep -> transfer to university
2. GE (fewer) + major classes -> A.A. or A.S.
3. Certificate Programs

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• Benefits of following Cuesta steps for university-bound students

🎓 Cuesta Promise Program Highlights

Free First TWO Years at Community College� (for local high school graduates)

📌 Key Info:

• 💸 Covers first 2 years of tuition
• 🗓 Now includes summer semesters!
• 🧾 Must complete the 2025–2026 FAFSA to qualify for Summer 2025�

⚠️ Important Requirements:

• Must start in Fall right after high school — cannot defer
• To earn second year free:�
• ✅ Complete 50%+ of units attempted in Year 1 (Fall + Spring)
• ✅ Maintain a 2.0+ GPA
• ✅ Submit FAFSA again for Year 2

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Community College:�Cuesta College Steps

1st Semester

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• Cuesta Promise Day October 23rd
• Field trip to SLO campus. Explore programs, tour, lunch
• Community College Basics Presentation
• Students will also create their FSA ID (account)

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• 2026/2027 FAFSA Opens on October 1st
• Complete by March 3rd. Final deadline for Promise Scholarship is August 1st

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2nd Semester

• Apply to Cuesta in January
• Assignment for all seniors during class with Cuesta reps
• Application technically opens October 1st but best to do this with Cuesta assistance in class
• Cuesta Promise/Scholarship Application & Online Orientation in March
• Cuesta Counselors assist in Civics/Econ classes to complete both
• Cougar Welcome Days in May
• Field trip for all Seniors planning to attend Cuesta Fall 2026
• Students will leave with their Fall schedule after meeting with a counselor. This is a priority registration event

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Community College Bound:��

• Senior Cuesta Steps Comprehensive Guide
• Shared with student and parents throughout the year electronically and on our website.
• Outlines all Cuesta steps by month. Many of the steps will be completed at school. By the end of the school year, students will be registered for their Fall 2026 classes and set up to receive the Promise Scholarship. Parents will be sent the packet and reminded of important check-points throughout 2nd semester
• Step 1: your only 1st semester task is to complete the FAFSA with your student. You will be prompted to do this. The rest of the steps take place 2nd semester.

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Class of 2026 Google Classroom yfibmju3

• Senior grad plans survey

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• THS university application workshops

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• Cuesta steps reminders

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• UC application virtual workshops

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• Letter of Recommendation packet
• Needed for private universities & some scholarship applications
• Parent and peer recommendation
• Must give teachers/counselors 3 weeks notice (excluding holidays)
• Counselors will write a letter if required

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• And more!

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Where 2025 Seniors Were Accepted:

Air Force Academy

Arizona State University (ASU)

Auburn University

Baylor University

Boise State University

Boston University

Brigham Young University (BYU)

BYU–Idaho

Cal Lutheran University

Cal Poly Humboldt

Cal Poly Pomona

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly SLO)

California Polytechnic State University (alias Cal Poly SLO)

CSU, Channel Islands

CSU, Chico (Chico State)

CSU, Fullerton

CSU, Long Beach

CSU, Los Angeles

CSU, Monterey Bay

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CSU, Northridge

CSU, Sacramento (Sac State)

CSU, San Marcos

Career Academy of Beauty

Carleton College

Case Western Reserve University

Chapman University

Clemson University

Colby College

Colorado School of Mines

Colorado State University

Cornell University

Cuesta College

CU Boulder / University of

Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

University of Denver

Fresno State University

Georgia Tech

Gonzaga University

Haverford College

Hawaii at Manoa

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Illinois Urbana–Champaign

Lewis & Clark College

Kansas State University

Loyola Marymount University

Mississippi State University

Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T)

Montana State University

University of Missouri (Mizzou)

Northeastern University

Oberlin College

Occidental College

Oklahoma State University

Ole Miss (University of Mississippi)

Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech)

Oregon State University

Point Loma Nazarene University

Purdue University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Saint Mary’s College of California

San Diego State University

San Jose State University

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Santa Clara University

Sonoma State University

Southern Utah University

Texas Christian University (TCU)

UC Berkeley

UC Davis

UC Irvine

UC Merced

UC San Diego (UCSD)

UC Santa Barbara (UCSB)

UC Santa Cruz (UCSC)

University of Arizona

University of Arkansas

University of Connecticut (UConn)

University of Oregon

University of Utah

University of Vermont

University of Wyoming

Vassar College

Washington State University

Wesleyan University

Westmont College

Willamette University

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Where 2025 Seniors Landed:

Air Force Academy

Auburn

Baylor

Boise State

BYU

Cal Lutheran

Cal Poly Humboldt

Cal Poly Pomona

Cal Poly SLO

CSU Channel Islands

CSU Chico

CSU Fresno

CSU Long Beach

CSU Monterey Bay

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CSU Northridge

CSU Sacramento

CSU San Diego

CSU San Jose

CSU Sonoma

CU Boulder

CU Colorado Springs

Colorado School of Mines

Georgia Tech

Montana State

Occidental

Oregon State

Oregon Tech

Pepperdine

Purdue

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Saint Mary’s

San Francisco State

UC Berkeley

UC Davis

UC Irvine

UC Merced

UC San Diego

UC Santa Barbara

UC Santa Cruz

UCLA

University of Arizona

University of Connecticut

University of Hawaii

US Air Force Academy

Utah State

Westmont College

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The most common reasons students selected schools were proximity, program/major fit, cost/financial aid, reputation/academics, family connections, campus environment, and school culture/spirit. Cal Poly SLO, in particular, was frequently chosen due to a combination of local proximity, strong majors, affordability, and reputation.

University Bound: Counselor Meetings�Starting in September, every university-bound senior will meet with their counselor. A google survey has been sent to all seniors so we know who to meet with.

🎯 College Application Planning

• Weighted vs. Unweighted GPA
• Know your SSID#
• Confirm A–G Requirements are met
• Learn how to calculate CSU/UC GPA
• Discuss where you're applying & potential majors
• Review SAT/ACT policies: test-blind, optional, or required
• Understand WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange)
• Compare Early Action vs Early Decision
• Track application due dates & learn about workshops
• Requesting Letters of Recommendation
• How to report Dual Enrollment & Enrichment Courses�➤ All college courses must be reported — regardless of grade
• Receive a copy of your transcript (make sure it is accurate)!

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🎓 University of California (UC)

Number of Campuses:� ✅ 9 undergraduate campuses

Application Details:

📝 Comprehensive application — No letters of recommendation or test scores required�📬 One application can be submitted to all 9 campuses� 💰 Must pay separately for each campus�✍️ 4 Personal Insight Questions (PIQs)�📋 Activities & Awards Section 📋 Course Entry

How to Apply:� 🌐 Apply at universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions

Application Timeline:� 🗓️ Submit between: October 1 – December 1� (Application is open now!)

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🎓 California State University (CSU)

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🏫 23 Campuses

✅ One application for all campuses�💰 Pay separately for each campus�📄 What’s Not Required

❌ No essays� ❌ No letters of recommendation� ❌ No activities list ❌ No Test Scores

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🌐 Apply at: calstate.edu/apply

📅 Application Filing Period: October 1 – December 1

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🏛️ Private & Out-of-State Colleges

⏰ Deadlines

📌 Deadlines vary – Check each school individually�⚡ Early Action / Early Decision often available�

📝 Application Platform

• Many use the Common Application: commonapp.org

📋 May Require:

🧾 Letters of Recommendation� 2 teachers + 1 counselor (but each school is different)�✍️ Essays� Personal statement� Supplemental essays (varies by school)�🧪 SAT/ACT scores� Optional at many schools

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🎓 College Application Plans: Early Decision vs Early Action

Early Decision (ED)

• ✅ Notified early – before the usual notification date�
• 🔒 BINDING – student must attend if accepted�
• 🎯 Best for students 100% sure about their first-choice college�

Early Action (EA)

• ✅ Notified early – just like Early Decision�
• 🔓 NOT binding – student can choose to attend or not�
• 🤔 Great for students who want flexibility while applying early

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🚨 Before Submitting College Applications

🔍 Meet with Your THS Counselor FIRST

• Do NOT submit applications before a THS counselor reviews your course entry
• *Applies even if you’re working with an independent college consultant
• Incorrect course reporting = serious problems
• Begin course entry only after your meeting with a THS counselor (we have some helpful resources to give you first!

✅ What You Can Start Working On Now

📝 Letter of Recommendation Packet (for private universities)� 💬 Personal Statement (Common App)� 🧠 Personal Insight Questions (UC Application)� 🏆 Completing Activities Sections (UC Application and Common App)

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University-Bound: Application Workshops

• Held various dates in October and November in B2
• Wednesday, October 1st 12:45-3:00
• Thursday, October 9^th 1:15-3:30
• Wednesday, October 22nd 12:45-3:00
• Wednesday, November 19th 12:45-3:00

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* Don’t submit your applications until a counselor looks it over

✅ Tips for Success

Start Early/Submit on time-Don’t wait until the deadline — give yourself time to complete quality applications. And don’t wait until the last minute to avoid technical issues�

Stay Organized-Use a calendar or spreadsheet to track deadlines, requirements, and submission dates.�

Build a Balanced College List-Include reach, match, and likely schools.�

Write & Revise Your Essays-Draft early and ask teachers, counselors, or mentors for feedback.�

Request Letters of Recommendation Early-Give your recommenders plenty of time (at LEAST 3 weeks) and provide them with a letter of recommendation packet.

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Check Email and College Portals Regularly-Universities send important updates and reminders via personal email (not TUSD email) or college portal��Know Your Testing Policies-Check whether schools are test-optional and if they require SAT/ACT scores.�

Apply for Financial Aid-Submit the FAFSA and, if needed, the CSS Profile as early as possible.

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UC and CSU Requirements�A-G Subject requirements – Must have grade of C or better�Some first semester D’s in Math or Language courses may be eligible for validation

A – 4 yrs ……English

B – 2 yrs …….History (World Hist, US Hist, Govt)

C – 3 yrs …....Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2)

D – 2 yrs ….....Lab Science (now includes Vet Science, Horticulture & Plant Sci, AP Comp Sci Prin)

E – 2 yrs ……..Foreign Language (same language, 3 years recommended)

F – 1 yr ………Visual/Performing Arts

G – 1 yr ……..College Prep Elective (extra year of a course from areas A-F)

Private & Out-of-State Requirements

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• Admission requirements vary so check each university’s website

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• Good rule of thumb: follow A-G requirements to keep options open

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• Demonstrated interest is documented!

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• Some universities only require a transcript, GPA, and test scores but have no particular GPA requirement or course requirements
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Beyond the UC & CSU Systems: How Private and Out-of-State Universities Can Be a Better Financial and Personality Fit for California Students

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Exploring Campuses:

Visiting Campuses

•Take guided tours, book with the admissions office OR virtual tours online

•Contact the department of your major of interest for exclusive meetings with professors/advisors

•You can always visit campuses after you’ve applied or been accepted

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Average Freshman GPA & Test Scores

•Gives you a better idea of your likelihood of being accepted. Check websites

•Identify at least two likey schools. Recommendation 2-3 of each: reach, on-target, most likely schools

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University Bound: College List

• Applying Broadly: More Important Than Ever Before

Featuring: Nagla Orlando� Founder of Knowledge Worx 4 College� Independent Educational Consultant specializing in private school admissions

Key Takeaways

• Understand how institutional priorities shape admissions decisions�
• Why it’s crucial to consider schools beyond CSU and UC

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College List

📊 Using the Common Data Set (CDS)

• Search “CDS [College Name]” online to find:� • Average acceptance rates� • Average GPA of last freshman class� • Average SAT/ACT scores�

🎯 Application Advice

• Apply to at least 8 schools�
• Admissions are unpredictable — cast a wide net!

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✅ Parents: How to Support Your Student During College Applications

👪 DO:

• 🗓 Set regular check-in times (e.g., once a week)� → Helps manage progress without constant pressure
• 💰 Discuss the financial plan early� → Clarify family contribution, loans, scholarships, or work expectations
• 🧠 Offer emotional support� → Listen more than advise — give them space to process
• 📆 Provide structure� → Help set deadlines, add reminders, proofread essays (not rewrite)
• ⚖️ Encourage balance� → Rest, nutrition, and breaks are essential
• 🎉 Celebrate milestones� → Completing an essay, submitting apps, getting decisions

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🚫 Parents: What NOT to Do During the College Application Process

❌ DON’T:

• 📝 Write essays or complete applications for your student� → Undermines their ownership and authentic voice�
• 🔁 Bring up applications every day� → Creates stress and pressure�
• 🔄 Compare them to siblings, friends, or classmates� → Every student’s journey is unique�
• 🎯 Dismiss their college choices� → Listen with respect, even if it’s not what you expected�
• 🎛 Micromanage every step� → Show trust — they’re learning to take responsibility

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🎓 Senior Year Attendance Matters!

Colleges don’t see official senior year grades during fall applications,� but most request:� Mid-Year Reports (after 1st semester)� Final Transcripts (end of year)�Why does it matter?� Colleges want to confirm that your senior year reflects the student they admitted� Yes — they can rescind an acceptance

⚠️ Last year had the most “close calls” ever!�Not due to poor performance, but because of too many absences�

👉 Show up. Finish strong. Protect your future.

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🎓 Scholarships & College Info – Stay in the Loop!

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💰 Local Scholarships

• Posted on the THS website & in Google Classroom�
• Over $200,000 awarded to THS students last year!�

🏫 College Info Meetings:

• Check out upcoming visits on:�
• THS Website and Social Media Pages
• We typically have 20+ college reps visit-this is good face time with them and many of the reps will be the one reading your application, so make sure they know who you are!�

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GPA & Ranking

RECENTLY APPROVED CHANGES

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• Include courses from a post-secondary institution, a previously attended high school, or an accredited online high school in the GPA calculation
• Weight all university level transferable courses including dual-enrollment (CCAP and enrichment courses)
• Calculate normalized GPA every Spring to determine valedictorian and salutatorian
• Include transfer student courses, regardless if offered at THS, in the normalized GPA
• Eliminate class rank except in normalized G.P.A. calculation in which valedictorian and salutatorian is based upon
• Because our THS GPA is only normalized prior to graduation to determine valedictorian/salutatorian, rankings are not accurate and may give students advantages/disadvantages depending on how many total classes were taken during their high school career

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BOARD POLICY DETAILS:

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• Grades/Evaluation of Student Achievement
• Student Grading System
• Normalized GPA Calculations

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Not Sure What You’ll Study?

• Totally lost?
• Take Interest Profiler on californiacolleges.edu, print results & bring to counselor to discuss
• University-Bound
• is undeclared the right fit? Can you choose undeclared within a certain college?
• Use the Major Search Tool on californiacolleges.edu
• Pick the major you will enjoy the best. Don’t worry about what career you want yet. Read course descriptions
• www.catalog.calpoly.edu -> programs A-Z -> see what majors, courses, & course descriptions
• Community College-Bound
• Start thinking about your three main options:

1. Complete GE requirements & major pre-reqs to TRANSFER to a university to complete a bachelor’s degree.

2. Earn a two year AA or AS degree (requires fewer/different GE courses)

3. Complete a certificate program (EMT, Business Administration, Customer Service, Welding, etc.). No GE’s required

Financial Aid:�Average College Costs

• CSU: $32,127 (off campus, Cal Poly SLO) – $36,081 (on campus)�
• UC: $43,634 (off campus) – $45,234 (on campus)�
• Community College: $552 per semester (12 units)�
• Housing, food, and transportation (Depends)�
• Books and supplies (Depends)�
• Parking, fees, personal expenses (Depends)

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Types of Financial Aid

Grants (don’t repay):

• Cal Grants A, B, C (FAFSA required)�
• Federal Pell Grant�
• California Dream Act Grants�
• Chafee Grant (for foster youth)�
• Middle Class Scholarship (UC & CSU only)

Types of Financial Aid (Earn or Borrow)

• Work-Study: Earn money through campus jobs�
• Loans:�
• Federal Direct Student Loans�
• Parent PLUS Loans�
• Repayment starts after graduation (for most student loans)

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Scholarships

• Community & private scholarships�
• College-specific scholarships (merit aid, leadership awards)�
• Local Example: Cuesta Promise (free first 2 years of CC for eligible students)

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

• Reduced tuition (150% of resident rate) at participating out-of-state schools�
• States: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY + Northern Mariana Islands�
• Not automatic – must apply early�
• Some GPA/test/major restrictions

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Private or Out of State Schools

Why Consider Private or Out-of-State Schools?

• Merit-based aid can make them more affordable�
• Personality & program fit�
• Sometimes lower net cost after aid

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

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• WUE website here
• Students who are residents of WICHE states are eligible to request a reduced tuition rate of 150% of resident tuition at participating two-and four-year college programs outside of their home state.
1. Some require certain GPA and SAT/ACT scores, some majors are excluded
• Not automatically awarded to all eligible candidates. Many institutions limit the number of new WUE awards each academic year, so apply early!
• WICHE members include: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

FAFSA & CA Dream Act

FAFSA & CA Dream Act Basics

• FAFSA = Free Application for Federal Student Aid�
• California Dream Act (for undocumented students)�
• Opens: October 1, 2025�
• Deadline: March 3, 2026�

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• Needed for:�
• Grants (free money)�
• Work-study�
• Loans�
• School scholarships (Some schools request it)�
• Cuesta Promise

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FAFSA

• Complete online www.fafsa.ed.gov
• Step-by-step directions for creating your FSA ID: CLICK HERE

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FAFSA: What You’ll Need

• FSA ID (student & parent) → permanent login
• Students will create their FSA ID in their Civics/Econ or AP Gov Class (if you do not have a Civics or AP Gov Class please talk to Mr. Torres or Mrs. McFarland in the counseling office.
• One parent needs to make an FSA ID�
• 2024 tax return (for Fall 2026 aid)�
• List all schools (you can add later)�
• About 25 minutes to complete (use Data Retrieval Tool for taxes).

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FAFSA Typical Timeline

• Apply October 1st 2025 (sooner the better)
• SAI (Student Aid Index) shows right after submitting
• FSS (FAFSA Submission Summary) link sent via email within 3-5 days
• Review for mistakes and submit corrections
• After acceptance offers, schools calculate your aid and display your award on your university portals.
• Timing varies. Most schools notify before you have to accept your offer of admission. Call financial aid offices if you have not been notified but have been accepted.
• Schools may also contact you for “verification” requiring you to submit documentation by a certain deadline.

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Financial Aid Packages

• Before submitting your Statement of Intent to Register (SIR) or Intent to Enroll. Students are provided a Financial aid package which includes FAFSA and University Grants/Scholarships if eligible.
• Recommend to talk to your counselor if you need help understanding your financial aid package!

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Middle Class Scholarship

Middle Class Scholarship

• For families with annual income ≤ $234,000 (2025–26 year)�
• CSU & UC only�
• Award varies by family/student situation�
• Automatically considered with FAFSA�
• Notification may come late (as late as 1st semester)
• Link to website here

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Financial Aid Resources

Resources & Support

• Cuesta College Financial Aid Office�
• Virtual Lobby: M–F, 10–2�
• 805-546-3143�
• FAFSA Help: www.fafsa.ed.gov�
• WUE Information: [website link]�
• Ask your counselor for help

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Cal Grants

• Cal Grant A will help pay for tuition and fees at four-year colleges award amounts vary by type of college — for 2017-2018:
• Cal Grants are up to $12,630 at a University of California campus, up to $5,472 at a California State University campus, and up to $9,084 at independent colleges
• has a GPA requirement. If you’re applying using your high school GPA, you must have at least a 3.0 GPA
• Cal Grant B provides a living allowance of up to $1,672, in addition to tuition and fee assistance after the first year, at a two- or four-year college
• pays most first-year students a living allowance only, which may be used to pay living expenses, books, supplies and transportation, as well as tuition and fees
• when renewed or awarded beyond your first year, you’ll receive the living allowance as well as a tuition and fee award (up to $12,630 at a UC campus, up to $5,472 at a CSU campus and up to $9,084 at independent colleges for 2017-2018)
• requires at least a 2.0 GPA
• Cal Grant C assists with the costs of a technical or career education
• provides up to $547 for books, tools and equipment—and up to $2,462 more for tuition and fees if you’ll be attending a school other than a California Community College
• Is available for up to two years

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All information available here

University-Bound:�How Do Colleges Make Decisions?

• Courses: A student’s grades in college prep classes remain the most significant factor.
• Number of A-G college prep
• Number of honors, AP, community college courses
• Rigor of senior year schedule
• Course selection related to major
• GPA:
• CSU/UC = 10th-11th A-G courses including community college courses
• Private and out-of-state = THS cumulative GPA (9th-11th), most request an updated transcript after first semester of senior year
• Standardized Test Scores: Many colleges will SAT/ACT for placement only, not in admissions decisions
• Essays/Personal Insight Questions: These are both a measure of the student’s writing ability and a means of learning more about the student’s personal background.
• Personal Insight Questions for UC application. Students must answer 4 of 8 questions. Tips here
• Other Factors: Recommendations, personal characteristics, leadership experiences, athletics, special interests, volunteer activities, extra-curricular activities, hobbies. Private schools pay greater attention to personal statements and essays, teacher and counselor recommendations, and the individual talents of applicants.

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Community College:�Steps if attending CCC’s other than Cuesta

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• FAFSA starting October 1st
• Complete by March 2^nd
• BOG (Board of Governors Fee Waiver) offers free tuition for low-income students
• Apply on CCCapply.org
• Fall 2019 application filing periods vary. Check campus website
• Math & English placement tests
• Call testing center to see how they will determine your math and English placement. You may need to go there to test.
• Online Orientation likely
• check your student account for access & deadline

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• Registration Date
• take note of the registration day & time you are assigned
• Course selection
• check campus website in March/April for list of course offerings to start planning
• Register for classes
• Will be required to meet with college counselor in first semester to complete your SEP (student education plan)
• See a college counselor every semester to stay on track
• THS counselors can help guide you with course selection

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Athletics

NCAA

• For D1 and D2 schools
• D3 schools not required
• Apply online www.eligibilitycenter.org

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NAIA

• For schools in the NAIA
• Apply online http://www.playnaia.org/eligibility-center

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• Keep a sports and statistic portfolio
• Send introduction letter, resume and game schedule to recruiting, head and position coaches. Be persistent.
• National Junior College Athletic Association

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Other Helpful Info:�Transcripts

• A – G courses (small “p” in front of course name)
• Cumulative weighted and unweighted GPA for private and out-of-state schools only
• ACT / SAT scores (best sitting so far)
• UC/CSU GPA
• Not the same as cumulative un/weighted GPA at the top of transcript
• 10^th & 11^th grades only
• Use CSU GPA calculator & follow instructions:
• Honors English 10 is not weighted for UC/CSU
• D’s in AP courses are not weighted
• Max 8 semesters of weighted courses are calculated
• Community college courses count as one semester of that grade & is weighted

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Q & A

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