Step 1: This is a resource for all of your high school journey. Use this key to see when we recommend you complete each
milestone. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Step 2: Use the descriptions below to help you find the information you are looking for!
Preparing for the Journey:
Familiarize yourself with the college
requirements you need to complete by the
end of high school.
Support for Travelers:
Find out what college readiness resources
are available at your schoo.l
Traveling Successfully:
Follow these tips to prepare for college level coursework.
Funding the Journey:
Find out how you can be financially ready to
pay for college early.
Finding your destination:
Keep track of all the applications and deadlines throughout the college application process.
Bonus Stops:
Check off these extra steps to make your college application stand out!
- I am on track to complete the A-G requirements. 11th, 12th
- I understand the minimum requirements to be eligible to apply to a CSU or UC. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th.
- I know that a passing score on AP exams can earn college credit in general education or lower division major courses. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I am drafting my responses to the Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) and receiving feedback. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I have met with a community college representative to expand my options for higher education. 12th
- I have begun exploring job interests using a career interest survey at my high school Career Center. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
I understand how to connect with school staff for support with academic and socio-emotional resources. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I utilize a planner to organize my day and track deadlines. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I take on equal responsibility when working with a group. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I remember to stay professional on social media and can set limits on screen time. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
I have a 529 account to help me save for college.
I understand basic finance (e.g. tax, income, good credit, insurance). 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
I understand the concept of borrowing money, such as student loans, and how to navigate a healthy relationship with finance. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
I have attended a “Cash for College” workshop to receive help in filling out financial aid applications and will meet the application deadlines. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
I know what scholarships I qualify for and the benefits of each. 12th
- I have set up my Cal Grant online account (WebGrants 4 Students) as a part of my financial aid application process. 12th
- I know that CSU, UC and financial aid applications (FAFSA, Dream Act) open on October 1st. 11th, 12th
- I am aware the CSU and UC application deadline is November 30th. 11th, 12th
- I plan to turn in my financial aid forms by March 2nd of my Senior Year. 12th. FAFSA DREAM
- I know that I need to return my “Intent to Register” forms to my chosen college before May 1st. 12th
- I understand that dual enrollment classes can offer transfer credits for UC/CSU. 10th, 11th, 12th
- I have joined a college access program at my school (Upward Bound, Cal-Soap, Talent Search, AVID). 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
- I have at least 2 people in mind to ask for a letter of recommendation. 11th, 12th
- I understand that colleges favor applications with extra curricular involvement such as: sports, clubs or internships. 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
How to: Library Catalog
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