Begin with some questions...

  • What has been your most stimulating intellectual experience in or out of the
    classroom and why? 
  • Which of your accomplishments gives you the most pride? 
  • Are your ACT/SAT scores an accurate reflection of your ability? Why or why not? What kinds of surroundings are essential to your well-being?

    GENERAL INFORMATION





    A-G Readiness

    *Interviewer will have done research on the student's transcript prior to the meeting





    Note: A-G readiness guide is available in the Student Portal

    SAT/ACT

    *Research upcoming dates for SAT/ACT test taking.

    Has the student taken the SAT recently?

    If Yes, Date:
    SAT Score:
    Does student plan on taking SAT again in the fall?

    Has the student taken the ACT recently?

    If yes, Date:
    ACT Score:
    Does student plan on taking ACT again in the fall?

    *If the student is planning to take the SAT/ACT again in the fall, let them know the next date.
    ● SAT Test Dates
    ● ACT Test Dates

    Schools of Interest


    *Note: If the student is unsure, fill in undecided

    Is this major impacted?
    Has the student researched the schools they are interested in?
    List of schools they are interested in:
    ● Safety Schools:
    ● Match Schools:
    ● Reach Schools:

    Based on the number of colleges the student provided, let them know that OJS requires them to have at least 6 colleges they are interested in that they can categorize as match, reach, and safety schools.

    ● Safety schools: where your academic credentials fall above the school's range for the average
    ● Match schools: where your academic credentials fall well within (or even exceed) the school's range for the average freshman. There are no guarantees, but it's not unreasonable to be accepted to several of your match schools.
    ● Reach schools: where your academic credentials fall below the school's range for the average freshman. Reach schools are long–shots, but they should still be possible. If you have a 2.0 GPA, Harvard is not a reach school–it's a dream.

    Is student interested in going to a 2-year college?
    Why or why not?
    Does student know if colleges carry their major of interest?

    ON-CAMPUS

    *Freshman: Mandatory Dorming, Priority for freshman
    Extracurricular activities at college/university?
    Why or why not?

    Application Process

    Financial Aid
    FAFSA/CADAA
    Let student know that FAFSA/ CADAA application opens October 2024.
    Let students know that OJS will require them to submit their submission proof.

    College Applications
    University of California (UC)
    UC Applications open as early as August 1st (to fill) but are open from October 1st and close November 30th for Fall semester.
    Make sure that the student has what they need for their application.

    UC Freshman application link/sheet: LINK



    California State University (CSU)
    CSU applications open October 1st, 2024 and closes November 30th, 2024
    Make sure that they have what they need for their application.

    CSU Freshman application link/sheet: LINK


    EOP services may vary by campus. EOP is a comprehensive program designed to provide participants with outreach, admissions, academic and financial support. EOP participants receive ongoing advising, tutoring, mentoring, and workshops designed to increase retention and graduation rates.

    EOP is available at ALL CSU campuses but in selected UC campuses that include UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Santa Barbara, and UC Santa Cruz.

    Education Opportunity Program (EOP): LINK
    Would the student consider/planning to apply to EOP?

    Private/Out-of-state Universities
    Common App opens on August 1st, and depending on the school, it closes between November and January. Please check university websites to acquire the exact deadline.
    Common App Essay Prompts: LINK
    Has the student started the Common App question Personal Statement? (Student only selects 1)
    What question did the student answer?
    Does student want to provide the Program manager with a copy of their response for review?


    CSS Profile is another application that is used by certain schools where the student can apply for extra aid, if they are applying to the schools that are listed. It is highly encouraged by those schools to apply to the CSS profile along with the FAFSA application.
    CSS Profile is used to give financial aid to the students, (grants, scholarships, loans) directly.

    Out of the schools that the student mentioned, do any of the schools require a CSS profile?
    Link to schools in CSS profile: LINK
    What is the school?

    Does the student know if the school they want to apply, participates in the Diversity fly-in Program?
    Link to a list of schools with Diversity Fly-in Programs: LINK
    TOP 25 Diversity Fly-in Programs LINK
    Would the student consider applying to the Diversity Fly-in program?


    It is recommended that students have at least 2-3 recommenders that can provide a letter of recommendation for the students. Out of all the information provided, EOP (for the CSU app and certain UC schools), and the Common App require letters of recommendation.

    Does the student think they have anyone that can provide a strong letter of recommendation?
    How many, who are they and what do they do?

    California Community Colleges (CCC)
    CCC application deadlines vary on community college; please reference their website for deadlines
    Link to the CCC application: LINK
    Long Beach City College Promise (For students interested in attending LBCC for FREE)
    Review their website for qualifying high schools, requirements to receive free tuition, and FAQs: LINK

    Additional Notes

    Any notes/concerns from students or any requests made by the student for help with their applications or anything else that they may need.