College & Career
WEBSITES FOR APPLICATIONS:
CSU: (23 Campuses)
UC: (9 campuses)
Private Schools
HBCU’S: 36 campuses/$35
SAT & ACT REGISTRATION
For fee waivers, you must qualify for free/reduced lunch and you need to apply every year.
UCLA ADVISORS ARE HERE TO HELP!
UCLA EAOP and UCLA VIPS Scholars are in the college center to help with all applications and personal statements.
FAMILY GUIDE TO COLLEGE PLANNING
Click here for the pamphlet.
TIMELINE FOR SENIORS -COLLEGE
January
- Ensure that Mid-Year Reports are completed by counselors for private schools
- Complete the CSS Profile for private universities (check websites for deadlines)
- Register for a pin and submit FAFSA at (Jan 1- March 2)
- Complete Cal Grant Verification Form from the College Office (DUE MARCH 2nd)
- Apply for Scholarships (see College Office scholarship drawer and websites for more information)
- Register at FastWeb and other websites to receive scholarship opportunities
- Register for Spring Community College classes
February
- Apply for scholarships
- Submit the FAFSA on line at (DUE MARCH 2nd)
- Make necessary changes on the FAFSA by completing the SAR
- Complete the CSS Profile for private universities (check websites for deadlines)
- If you plan to attend Community College in the Fall, apply NOW and take the placement tests. See college reps or college counselor for more information
March
- March 2 - FASFA APPLICATION & CAL GRANT DUE (NO EXCEPTIONS!)
- Apply for scholarships
- Submit all requested financial information to universities and colleges
April
- Submit “Intent to Register” to selected college by deadlines required (no later than May1st)
- Submit housing form for selected university
- Review all financial aid award letters
- Meet with an outreach counselor if you plan to attend a Community College
- Register for the ELM/EPT at a local CSU campus
- Register for the Entry Level Writing Requirement for UCs
- Register for the English and Math placement tests if you plan to attend Community College
May
- Submit “Intent to Register” to selected college by deadlines required (May 1st)
- Register for the summer session at a local Community College
- If you plan to attend community college in Fall 2016, apply NOW (you should have already done so) and take the placement tests ASAP. See college reps or college counselor for more information
- Sign up for Summer Bridge Programs at CSUs and community colleges, if available
- Submit housing form for selected university
- Review all financial aid award letters
June/July
- GRADUATION!!! Congratulations!!
- Submit final transcripts to college you will be attending!
