Applying to college can sometimes be a daunting task. The applications, college entrance exams, essays, letters of recommendations, placement exams, and extra-curricular involvement can be overwhelming at times- which is why we created this resource.
Most of your college questions can be answered by browsing this page. Remember that your most important resource is your school counselor- please make sure to speak with your counselor to obtain further assistance. Lastly, don’t forget to attend the university presentations held in the counseling center during the months of September through November.
CSU Application Tutorial
UC Application Tutorial:
Southwestern College Application Tutorial
Common Application Tutor
General Information Links:
SAT Vs. ACT - click here to learn about the differences!
ACT/SAT Score Comparison Chart
For California State University schools, ACT/SAT scores are taken into consideration like this:
http://www.csumentor.edu/planning/high_school/cal_residents.asp
For University of California schools, ACT/SAT scores are then into consideration like this:
http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/freshman/requirements/examination-requirement/index.html
For all SAT Info:
www.collegeboard.com
For all ACT Info:
www.actstudent.org
- https://cacollegepathways.org/
- Going to Community College first, then transfer? Check out our degree options to find one that's right for you.
- Get search tools here! https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org
- UC Personal Insight Questions
- Find the right fit for you! https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
- www.cappex.com
- Transfer Information: http://adegreewithaguarantee.com/
- MyWorkforceConnection.org
- Steps to Prepare for College
- California Community Colleges
- San Diego Community College District
- The Association of Independent California Colleges
- http://california.careers.org/
- www.CaliforniaColleges.edu
- UC A-G list - Search "Sweetwater Union High School"
- University of California - For admissions applications, click on "Admissions", then "Go directly to the application", then "apply online"
- University of California, San Diego
- Personal Statements Information
- Cal State Apply - California State University
- www.sdsu.edu
- SDSU Webportal
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- CSU EOP
- Compact for Success
SAT Vs. ACT - click here to learn about the differences!
ACT/SAT Score Comparison Chart
For California State University schools, ACT/SAT scores are taken into consideration like this:
http://www.csumentor.edu/planning/high_school/cal_residents.asp
For University of California schools, ACT/SAT scores are then into consideration like this:
http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/freshman/requirements/examination-requirement/index.html
For all SAT Info:
www.collegeboard.com
For all ACT Info:
www.actstudent.org