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06/10/2009

Counseling Office Bulletin
College Testing Information    General Scholarships    College Specific Scholarships   

College Visits and Previews    General Information  College Representative Visits         

College Testing Info.

         Subject tests include Language Tests with Listening
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La Costa Canyon High School – CEEB Code 050-858

2008-2009 ACT  
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Check the handout rack on the wall in the Maverick College and Career Center for information on SAT & ACT prep. courses.

 

Free SAT PreparationPreparing for college is just one of the many challenges at LCC.  We've added a new service to help our students do just that!  Each student has been provided access to www.satmethod.com, an online SAT preparation course.  Each student has his or her own account and the course will keep track of all the work he or she has completed.  This program would normally cost hundreds of dollars to your family.  La Costa Canyon has purchased a site subscription at NO cost to you.  Please visit www.satmethod.com where students can begin using the program today.

 

Reiss Sat Seminars:  Exceptional preparation at a cost to fit all budgets.  100 point increase guaranteed or you retake the seminar for FREE.  Basic seminar only $99.00!  Individualized programs are available, even in your own home.   Call to register: 619-498-1080 or e-mail http://www.reissat.com

 

 

The California High School Proficiency Exam CHSPE: Is a program established by California Law (Ed. Code Section 48412).  If eligible to take the test, you can earn the legal equivalent of a high school diploma by passing the CHSPE.  The CHSPE consists of two sections: an English-language Arts section and a Mathematics section.  If you pass both sections of the CHSPE, the California State Board of Education will award you a Certificate of Proficiency, which by state law is equivalent to a high school diploma (although not equivalent to completing all coursework required for regular graduation from high school).  All persons and institutions subject to California law that require a high school diploma for any purpose must accept the certificate as satisfying the requirements.  Although federal government agencies are not bound by state laws, the U.S. Civil Service Commission has ruled that the Certificate of Proficiency shall be accepted in applications for federal civilian employment.  Military service policies vary.  Check with your counselor for details or your college or university to verify entrance requirements.  Register online at: http://www.chspe.net/registration/bulletin.

 

Tutoring Club:  For the past 22 years, Tutoring Club has perfected reading, writing, math, and SAT-Prep programs that have helped students make academic progress. They offer a small tutor-to-student ratio. In Encinitas, their phone number is (760) 942-9114.

 

Essay Prep: Is an online service that allows students to practice for the SAT II Writing Test and AP Exams in Bio., U.S. History, English Lit. and English Lang.  Students receive a personal essay evaluation within five-business days, on the web site for each essay submitted. Each evaluation includes a copy of the question and scoring guidelines for the essay, one or more model essays with the reader’s commentary, feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of the submitted essay. For more info log onto: www.collegeboard.org.

  

SAT Preparation: For a special introductory price, try the most effective, 

efficient and affordable SAT, PSAT, or ACT test prep course.  Go into www.bridges.com

or call 1-800-281-1168.

 

Personalized SAT & ACT Preparation:  Peterson’s online courses deliver instruction that is customized to the needs of each individual student.  To learn more about Peterson’s online courses contact 877-TEST-PREP.
 

University of San Diego Test Prep Course:  A complete listing of our schedules is available at http:www.sandiego.edu/testprep or call 619-260-4597.
 

Bobrow Test Preparation Services:  Is offering the new SAT/PSAT preparation workshops. These workshops are being taught by credentialed teachers who specialize in the field of test preparation.  For more information log onto our website at www.bobrowtest.com or call 800-426-2769.

 

SAT and ACT Test Prep.: The University of California College Prep Initiative announces free online SAT and ACT test preparation to all high school students.  

Visit our website at www.uccp.org

 

The Subject a Exam Booklet, An Information Booklet for the University Wide Subject A Examination, is now available online at www.ucop.edu/sas/sub-a/. The booklet explains the examination process and includes previous examinations that can be downloaded and used

by students to strengthen their skills in reading comprehension and writing proficiency.

 

The Princeton Review:  Is offering practice tests for the SAT at UCSD.  A full length, FREE, practice SAT test with no stress!  See how you would do without affecting your college record.  If you’re a sophomore or junior looking to get a head start, call today to reserve your spot.  Join them again for a Scores Back and Strategy Session following the practice exam.  Call 1-800-review to reserve your place.  For more information visit www.PrincetonReview.com

 

Ivy Bound: Raise your SAT/ACT test scores.  Let Ivy Bound’s experts help you!  You should expect a 100 to 300 point score increase.  Log onto: www.ivybound.net, for more information.

 

Kaplan:  Sign up today for SAT Quiz Bank and customize your own quizzes for personalized prep; reduce your anxiety on timed tests with over 1,000 questions and track your improvement with instant analysis.  Sign up for your free SAT Quiz Bank today at kaptest.com/satquizbank.

 

Power Score Ultimate SAT Preparation:  Visit us online at www.powerscore.com or call us at 1-800-545-1750

 

 

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Th         The Airline Academy: Your first-class ticket to Airline Career Success. Visit the web www.theairlineacademy.com or call 800-798-0202.

 

Today's Military:  Today's Military offers more than 4,100 career opportunities - plus the skills needed to ensure a successful future.  www.TODAYSMILITARY.COM

 

College VisitsCome explore your future. Reserve your future today at www.collegevisitsinc.com.

 

Women’s Colleges:  www.womenscolleges.org

 

 

 

College Scholarships

**REMEMBER to check the scholarships bin in

the Maverick College & Career Center for applications!! **
 

Please be aw Be aware that there are companies/organizations that promise scholarships and financial aid package said in exchange for an advance fee and a “money back guarantee”. The Federal Trade Commission web site provides tips for avoiding scholarship scams. 
 www.ftc.go  /bcp/conline/edcams/scholarship/

 

New Web sites for Scholarships: www.scholarship.com and www.xap.com.

 

Remember to check the San Diego County Office of Education Website for new scholarships: www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/scholarships

 

SENIORS: Free scholarship search: www.gocollege.com & www.scholarshipcoach.com

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New Scholarship Website: www.hispanicfund.org

 

There are many SCHOLARSHIPS available.  Please contact counselor, LISA LEVARIO, for more information. You can also check the Scholarship bin in the College & Career Center in the Administration Building. There may be one for you!  CHECK IT OUT…

 

 

        General Scholarships

 

OFF TO COLLEGE?  Before you start, make sure you are up-to-date on all your immunizations: measles, mumps, rubella; tetanus, diphtheria; varicella; and hepatitis B.  A new vaccine, the Meningococcal vaccine, is considered very important for students living in the dorms. Colleges and universities may require them for admission. Speak with your doctor.

 

Scholarships.com: Is where you can take advantage of a wealth of financial aid information and conduct a free scholarship search.  Our expansive database is ever-growing, updated regularly and available online to scholarship providers, giving them the ability to post and update their awards frequently, making every visit to www.scholarship.com a wealth of new opportunities.  .

 

National College Match:  Helps outstanding low-income high school seniors gain admission and full four-year scholarships to some of the nation's most selective colleges.  Full cost of tuition (up to $36,000 per year) Full cost of room and board ( up to $11,000 per year.)  Students should be directed to the Questbridge website www.questbridge.org.

 

College Review.comWin up to $20,000 in College Scholarships.  Visit College Review @ www.view.com for details.

 

SCHOLARSHIPEXPERTS.COM  Need money for college? Ask the Scholarship experts and let them find the right scholarships for you. 

 

Navy ROTC Scholarships:  NROTC is a four year scholarship with an average payout of $180,000.  It covers 100% tuition, books and lab fees.  There are over 150 major colleges and universities that accept this scholarship.  After graduation, the student is commissioned as a Naval Officer.  There is also a Nursing Program available to students with commissioning as an Officer in the Navy Nurse Corps.  You may apply by contacting: https://www.nrotc.navy.mil

    

Athleticaid.com:  There is a free website which has links designed to be useful to all students and also educators.  In addition to sports scholarship information, there are pages devoted to sports medicine and computing on a budget.  Log onto http://www.athleticaid.com

 

SchoolsintheUSA.com: Is the most comprehensive online resource available,

allowing students to explore career paths and find the right college for them.  Log on to Info@schoolsintheusa.com.

 

Scholarship America 2009 Collegiate Partners Directory:  Comprehensive list of Scholarships America’s 498 postsecondary Collegiate Partner institutions. Visit www.dollarsforscholars.org. 

 

College HoundLet College Hound help you make smart decisions about college, financial aid and life after high school.  Register online at www.thecollegehound.com

  
ANYCOLLEGE.COM:  Is one of the most widely used college search resources on the Internet today.  Please feel free to browse through our secure, fast, and comprehensive website.  Our database contains more than 5500 institutions of higher education.  AnyCollege.com also offers scholarships that are given away randomly to college bound students regardless of GPA or test scores.  To enter, students simply need to go to www.anycollege.com and click on the “Win a Scholarship” button that is located on the home page.  After filing out a short application form, students can click on the “Submit Form” button, and they are automatically registered!  $2,000 scholarships are given away on a quarterly basis! 

CollegeView.com:  New & Improved Search. Check It Out!

 

New Financial Aid Estimator-FAFSA4caster-now available: a new Web tool designed to assist high school juniors and their families plan education beyond high school.  Students and families interested in assessing their eligibility for federal student aid can access FAFSA4caster by visiting www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov.  If  you have any questions about FAFSFA4caster, contact the Federal  Student Aid information Center (FSAIC) at 1-800-4-FED-AID 1-800-433-3243. 

 

Simple Tuition: The smart way to choose student loans - www.SimpleTuition.com

 

Abbott and Fenner Scholarship: are pleased to announce that the scholarship program will be continued for 2009.  Our winners from the past two years are posted on our scholarship website.  Please visit our website at http://www.abbattandfenner.com/scholarships.htm to learn more about this opportunity.  Deadline June 20, 2009.

 

 

College Specific Scholarships

Many schools have scholarships within their individual departments.

If you don’t see one listed here check the school web site or see your counselor.

 

 

Cal State Univ. Sacramento – Balanced Man Scholarship sponsored by Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. The California Theta Chapter of Sigma Phi Epsilon is offering up to 5 Balanced Man Scholarships up to $1000 each to outstanding freshman males entering California State University, Sacramento next year.  Students applying for the Balanced Man Scholarship should be directed to Eric Young at 707-332-2590.  More info can be found on their website at www.sigep.org. Deadline: June 30th 2009

 

 

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General Information


 

Grant Information Available for Education: Click Here to find out how www.spentfamous.com

 

LCC Men (Juniors & Seniors): All men must register with the Selective Service

by the time you have reached the age of 18. Use the internet www.sss.gov. Sign up now.

It is the law.

 

MiraCosta Offers Affordable Driving Training:  Take both the classroom education and behind-the-wheel driver training at either campus: Oceanside or Cardiff.  If you sign up for both at the same time, the fee is just $345.  Call (760) 795-6820 or (760) 795-6825 for more information, scheduling, or to register.

 

All Good Drivers.com:  Offers complete classroom driver education from home.  Choose a home study or internet course.  The cost is $75.00 and it is a DMV accepted course.  Call 1-800-977-1971 if you have further questions.

 

Yau High School Mathematics Award: Interested students should submit their “intent to participate” no later than June 30th, 2009.  For details on registration, research advising and information on past winners, visit our website www.yau-awards.org/overseas.

 

California State University Young Scholars Program:  This Fall, Cal State Dominquez Hills Young Scholars Program will offer high schools juniors, seniors, and community college students with a B average or better an opportunity to earn 3 to 6 college credits by enrolling in one or two of the following distance learning courses for $3.50.

HIS 101 History of the United States

BIO 195 Intro to Marine Life

PHI 120 Critical Reasoning

ART 100 Looking at Art

If you are interested in learning more about these classes, call Joycelyn Jones ED. D at 310-243-2288 or email jjones.csudh.edu. , or stop by the counseling office for complete guidelines and application packet.

 

High Tech High Charter School:  Is offering summer sessions of SAT Prep that last 2 weeks, and are 20 – hour strategy and review courses.  These will be small group sessions of only 6 – 8 students for a price of $295.00  These courses are held at High Tech Village in Point Loma, CA.  For more complete info, contact summer@hightechhigh.org/summer or summer@hightechhigh.org.  You can also call (619) 398-8624.