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Teri Keeney
tkeeney@rjuhsd.us
(916) 786-8676 ext. 5111College Reps please visit Counselor Community to schedule a virtual visit.
For college & career guidance, military, financial aid and all other questions related to college & career, please email Teri Keeney @ tkeeney@rjuhsd.us
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The Discover Berkeley Series is still rolling on with new upcoming events hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and other departments around campus. There are still many more opportunities to learn about Berkeley before the application is due.
Just a few of the upcoming Discover Berkeley Series sessions:- Financial Aid Session (En Español) | CA Students - October 24th
- Student Panel (Freshman & Transfer) - October 28th
- UC Berkeley Alumni Panel and Discussion - November 4th
- UC Application Workshop (Freshman & Transfer) - November 10th
- and much more!
Interested in learning more about life at UC San Diego? Get a glimpse into top-notch academics, cutting-edge research, exciting student life and more in the UCSD viewbook. This digital version features videos, pop-out interviews and other interactive content.
UCSB Virtual Open HouseLearn more about UCSB and attend live presentations from Admissions, support services, and current studentsFriday, November 6 from 10am - 3pm PSTRegister here: https://admissions.ext-prod.sa.ucsb.edu/open-house Have questions about UCSB or the application process?Virtual office hours with Anne Johnson, Admission CounselorFeel free to drop-in during Anne Johnson's office hours to get any of your questions answeredThursday, November 12th, 3pm - 5pm PST: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/84491207011 Tuesday, November 17th, 2pm - 4pm PST: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/89388882082 Wednesday, November 18th, 2pm - 5pm PST: https://ucsb.zoom.us/j/82126415743 UC Application & Personal Insight Question WebinarsVarious dates and times to choose fromJoin UCSB Admissions Counselors as we discuss the UC Application and Personal Insight Questions in a live webinar. We will be sharing our tips for filling out the UC application, as well as how to best present yourself in the Personal Insight Questions!Register here: https://ucsb.secure.force.com/events#/calendar? category=freshman&type= webinar,webinar:%20uc
October 2020 Virtual College Fair with more than 120 smart college choices
Oct. 21, from 3-7 p.m. and Oct. 22, from 4-7 p.m. Register Here
Nov. 4 from 3-7 p.m. and November 5 from 4-7 p.m. Register Here
These virtual fair will be hosted via Zoom. Learn more on the Zoom website about how to join Zoom webinars, including details about required software and hardware.
The Coalition is hosting two more virtual fairs this fall, both opportunities to connect with more than 120 smart college choices. You can find more information, and registration information at the links below.
Students in grades 9-12 are welcome to register.
CU Denver virtual parent information night for California students and parents on Thursday, October 22 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. PST
Sign up HERE
The Mountains are Calling: Study in Colorado
Learn more about Colorado State University, Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, and (of course) our beautiful home state. During this virtual event, you will hear from the Directors of Admission at each school as they provide an overview of their institution. You will also have the opportunity to ask a panel of admissions directors questions. The Mountains Are Calling: Study in Colorado! Thursday, October 22 Join us at 5:00 p.m. MT. REGISTER NOW Thursday, November 12 Join us at 4:00 p.m. MT REGISTER NOW
Virtual Fall Preview Day will be held on Saturday, October 17th from 10am to 1pm
To register and view the schedule for the day, please click here.
Get a taste of campus life, learn about renowned academic programs, answer questions about applying for admission and financial aid during Fall Preview Day.
Sonoma State University is also proud to host a variety of weekly virtual information sessions and 1-on-1 enrollment advising appointments to help your students as they navigate the application process. We invite them to visit a few of these resources below:
● Virtual Fall Preview Day - Saturday, October 17, 2020
● Virtual Information Sessions
● Enrollment Advising Appointments
2020 RJUHSD's Virtual College Fairs
UC WEEK: 09/14-09/17 Now available - Recorded Sessions for View
PRIVATE CA WEEK: 09/21-09/24
OUT OF STATE WEEK: 09/28-10/02
CSU WEEK: 10/5-10/9
Senior College Application Tips
How to handle Letters of Recommendation
FAFSA and California Dream Act Applications are NOW OPEN!
The FAFSA is the financial aid form for accessing grants, federal student loans and work-study funds. ... Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is one of the most important steps students and their families can take to pay for college.
The California Dream Act Application allows students interested in attending eligible California Colleges, Universities and Career Education Programs to apply for state financial aid.
Questions & Answers regarding the FAFSA
California Dream Act Application
Still have questions regarding the financial aid applications? Attend a virtual workshop offered by Sierra College. Workshops begin October 7th @ 5:30 pm and are offered every Wednesday during the month of October.
Fall in Love with Sac State: 7-week series of interactive informational events
Starting October 5th
For information and to sign up for events
SAT/ACT Prep & College Application Essay Review
Classes begin soon
SAT/ACT workshops and other free and paid prep services as well. While some schools have gone test-optional, many popular California private schools and out of state public schools still require test scores for admission or placement.
Financial aid awards at a select number of schools will still depend on test scores and GPA.
To sign up for workshops see Granite Bay Test Prep website: ACT/SAT Essay Flyer
City of Roseville seeks Youth Commissioners to serve in 2021
The City of Roseville is currently recruiting for high school students interested in serving as a youth representative on the City’s Library Board, Parks & Recreation Commission, Grants Advisory Commission, and the Transportation Commission.
Applications are due to the City Clerk’s Office by 4 p.m., Friday, November 13, 2020.Youth Board Members and Commissioners must be a high school student during their one-year term and a resident of the city of Roseville. The term of office runs from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021. No special experience is necessary.
CLICK HERE for more information
Celebrate Colorado
Colorado Mesa University
Colorado State University, Pueblo
Colorado State University, Fort Collins
University of Colorado, Boulder
University of Colorado, Colorado SpringsCelebrate Colorado virtual meeting will be on Monday 10/19 at 1:30pm - REGISTER HERE
SIERRA COLLEGE
Need help getting through the registration process? Have questions about financial aid or how to get free tuition? Join Sierra College for a Facebook Live session, stop by for Zoom drop-in hours, or attend a New Student Webinar. Sessions are intended for new students, transfer students, parents and the community. Click HERE for the calendar of events
Virtual Preview Day
Saturday, Oct. 17 between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm
Find out more about our two years free tuition for first-time students
Connect with faculty, staff and peers
Learn about our interest areas and academic programs
Attend open houses, demonstrations, and information sessions virtually
Take a virtual campus tour
Explore your other interests: athletics, career services, counseling, and support programs and services
Financial Aid/FAFSA/Dream Act Virtual Workshops
Click HERE for more information on Sierra College
Think Big College Night
Wednesday, October 21
6:00 -7:30 pm
Register HERE
Join admission counselors from many of the Big Ten Academic Alliance member schools for a panel discussion about student life and admissions.
Colleges include:
- University of Illinois
- University of Indiana
- University of Iowa
- University of Maryland
- University of Wisconsin
- University of Michigan
- Michigan State
- Rutgers University
- Purdue University
- The Ohio State University
- University of Nebraska
- University of Minnesota
Big Ten Academic Alliance
Virtual EventsDuring these virtual events, you will learn all about the benefits of attending a Big Ten institution. You will also have the opportunity to jump into breakout sessions for a high-level glimpse at each institution. Since registration is required to attend these informative events, be sure to reserve your space at one of our programs today.
October 23, 2020 at 12:30 pm
Register HereThe Big Ten Academic Alliance:
University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Indiana University, University of Iowa, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota Twin Cities, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Northwestern University, The Ohio State University, Penn State, Purdue University, Rutgers University-New Brunswick, and University of Wisconsin-Madison
UPCOMING VIRTUAL COLLEGE REP VISITS FOR GRANITE BAY HIGH SCHOOL
Please go to the Sign-up sheet to sign up and get the link to the visit
10/5/2020 2:00 PM Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah GA Sign up sheet 10/5/2020 1:30 PM Dominican University of California San Rafael CA 8/31/2020 Signup sheet 10/6/2020 2:00 PM Arizona State University-Tempe Tempe AZ Sign up sheet 10/6/2020 1:30 PM Santa Clara University Santa Clara CA Sign up sheet 10/6/2020 2:00 PM Northeastern University Boston MA 9/24/2020 10/7/2020 1:30 PM Bucknell University Lewisburg PA 9/22/2020 Sign up sheet 10/7/2020 2:00 PM Boise State University Boise ID Sign up sheet 10/8/2020 2:00 PM Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette IN Sign up sheet 10/8/2020 1:30 PM Boston University Boston MA Sign up sheet 10/8/2020 2:05 PM University of California, Merced Merced CA 9/22/2020 Sign up sheet 10/8/2020 1:35 PM New York Film Academy (Ca) Burbank CA 9/22/2020 Sign up sheet 10/9/2020 1:30 PM Azusa Pacific University Azusa CA 9/2/2020 Sign up sheet 10/13/2020 2:00 PM University of Southern California Los Angeles CA 8/28/2020 Sign up sheet 10/13/2020 1:30 PM Texas Christian University Fort Worth TX Sign up sheet 10/14/2020 1:30 PM Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Prescott AZ 8/28/2020 Sign up sheet 10/14/2020 2:00 PM University of Oregon Eugene OR 8/31/2020 Sign up sheet 10/15/2020 1:30 PM Saint Mary's College of California Moraga CA Sign up Sheet 10/15/2020 2:00 AM University of the Pacific Stockton CA 9/14/2020 Sign up sheet 10/16/2020 1:30 PM Grand Canyon University-Traditional Campus Phoenix AZ 8/28/2020 Sign up sheet 10/19/2020 2:00 PM Agnes Scott College Decatur GA 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/19/2020 1:30 PM Seattle University Seattle WA 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/20/2020 2:00 PM University of Redlands Redlands CA 8/31/2020 Sign up sheet 10/20/2020 1:30 PM Louisiana State University Baton Rouge LA 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/21/2020 1:30 PM Salve Regina University Newport RI 9/2/2020 Sign up sheet 10/21/2020 2:00 PM Dartmouth College Hanover NH 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/22/2020 2:00 PM Rutgers University-New Brunswick Piscataway NJ Sign up sheet 10/22/2020 1:30 PM University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver CO 8/31/2020 Sign up sheet 10/23/2020 1:30 PM Colby College Waterville ME 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/26/2020 1:30 PM Oregon State University Corvallis OR 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/26/2020 2:00 PM Creighton University Omaha NE 9/8/2020 Sign up sheet 10/27/2020 2:00 PM Marquette University Milwaukee WI Sign up sheet 10/27/2020 1:30 PM Westmont College Santa Barbara CA 9/4/2020 Sign up sheet 10/28/2020 1:30 PM University of Chicago Chicago IL 9/11/2020 Sign up sheet 10/28/2020 2:00 PM Sonoma State University Rohnert Park CA 9/10/2010 Sign up sheet 10/29/2020 1:30 PM Marist College Poughkeepsie NY 9/8/2020 Sign up sheet 10/29/2020 2:00 PM Biola University La Mirada CA 9/11/2020 Sign up sheet 10/30/2020 1:30 PM Ursinus College Collegeville PA 9/8/2020 Sign up sheet 10/30/2020 3:00 PM United States Coast Guard Academy Student Presentation New London CT 10/12/2020 Sign up sheet 11/2/2020 1:30 PM FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising-LA Los Angeles CA 9/8/2020 Sign up sheet 11/2/2020 1:30 PM Miami University-Oxford Oxford OH 9/11/2020 Sign up sheet 10/7/2020 1:30 PM University of Portland Portland OR 9/11/20 Sign up sheet
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Be sure to check the Virtual Tours and Zoom Meetings page for virtual tours, admitted student meetings for incoming college freshmen, college tours, meetings with college admission reps, and more!
Virtual Tours and Meetings: SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
SAT/ACT TEST PREP RESOURCES AND WORKSHOPS
Click here for the flyer for more details
COVID-19 Response Updates & Resources
Sierra College - HERE
Sierra College New Student Info/Zoom/FB Live Sessions - HERE
UCś response - Read HERE
CSUś response - Read HERE
College Board (SAT, AP) response and updates - HERE
ACT response and updates - HERE
Free AP online support - HERE
Free College Planning - HERE
Free Career Research - HERE
What is test-optional? - HERE
For private schools and out of state schools, please check the school's website
Seniors: Covid-19 Update & Your College Admission - Please check your intended college's website for updates on orientation, campus visits, and more. Information is changing
SCHOLARSHIPS
Where do I Find Scholarships?
Many college scholarships are available to 9th-12th graders!
The internet offers a variety of free scholarship search sites (see below). Be wary of any entity that guarantees you will be selected for a scholarship. Remember: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! If you think you are a victim of a scholarship scam or financial aid fraud, please report it immediately to the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Inspector General at 1-800-MIS-USED or email oig.hotline@ed.gov.
Scholarship page (see to the left)
The College & Career Center
RJUHSD Local Scholarship Program Feb. 1-28
Organizations your family is connected to – Local businesses, clubs, unions, banks, churches, parent's place of employment.
Check your intended college’s website under financial aid/scholarships.
Online searches – be sure they are FREE. Here a few…
- Financial Aid on the Web: finaid.org
- Scholarships.com
- Salle Mae Scholarships: https://www.salliemae.com/college-planning/college-scholarships/
- College Board: https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/grants-scholarships
- College Board Opportunity Scholarships: https://opportunity.collegeboard.org/
- Going Merry: https://www.goingmerry.com/
- Wired Scholar: wiredscholar.com
- com: www.gocollege.com
- Search for Scholarships: scholarships360.org
- Fast Web: Fastweb.com
- Unusual scholarships
- Prestigious scholarships and fellowships
- Full tuition academic scholarships
- Scholarships for average students
- Community service scholarships
- Scholarships for Hispanic and Latino students
- Cancer scholarships
- Athletic scholarships
