College
2 Year Colleges (Community Colleges)
Community Colleges are an excellent choice for students unsure of further education or their future career. Community Colleges have exceptional teaching comparable to large 4 year schools with much lower cost of tuition. And through the California College Promise, all California graduating seniors are eligible to receive two free years of education! This is an amazing opportunity to get as many credits as possible without paying for high tuition costs. California College Promise FAQ
During high school, students can also taking college classes via Academic Enrichment and Dual Enrollment. Sierra College's Program
4 Year Colleges
California State University (CSU)
Here is information regarding CSU admissions and applications, CSU Eligibility, Impacted Majors and Campuses. The application window is from October 1st to November 30th.
University of California
Here is information regarding the University of California application and admission process, eligibility requirements, campus information, and personal statement tips. The application window is from November 1st to November 30th.
Private Colleges and Universities
Private colleges and universities typically require an application, essays, test score reports, teacher recommendations, and possibly more. Since requirements vary, please visit the specific college websites for more detailed information.
The Common Application is a uniform college application used to make the process much easier without having to complete individual college application forms. Many colleges may require a supplemental application.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Western Undergraduate Exchange is a program that allows students who are residents of California to enroll at participating colleges outside of California at a reduced tuition rate. Often times, out of state fees are reduced by 50% at participating schools.