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River City High School

West Sacramento - Home of the Raiders
1 Raider Ln
West Sacramento, CA 95691
Phone: (916) 375-7800
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UC Irvine www.uci.edu
 
UCLA www.ucla.edu
 
UC Merced www.ucmerced.edu
 
UC Riverside www.ucr.edu
 
UC San Diego www.ucsd.edu
 
UCSF www.ucsf.edu
 
UC Santa Barbara www.ucsb.edu
 
UC Santa Cruz www.ucsc.edu
 
 

THE 10 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA campuses:
 
UC Berkeley www.berkeley.edu
 
UC Davis www.ucdavis.edu
 
UC Irvine www.uci.edu
 
UCLA www.ucla.edu
 
UC Merced www.ucmerced.edu
 
UC Riverside www.ucr.edu
 
UC San Diego www.ucsd.edu
 
UCSF www.ucsf.edu
 
UC Santa Barbara www.ucsb.edu
 
UC Santa Cruz www.ucsc.edu
 
 

COLLEGE ADMISSIONS TESTING INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
Admission testing is generally required for those students that are applying to a four year college or university directly out of high school. The minimum requirement is generally the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT. Most colleges will accept either one.  
 
To register for the SAT click here!
To register for the ACT click here!
 
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RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE
9th Grade: No testing recommended
 
10th Grade: PSAT - If possible, we recommend students take the PSAT in the 10th grade and then repeat it in the 11th grade.
                    SAT Subject Tests – Possibly for students who are strong in Biology and/or Chemistry and are considering            using Biology and/or Chemistry as one of their   subject tests.
 
11th Grade: Fall: PSAT - Given in October. 11th graders that take the PSAT, will be in the running for the National Merit Scholarship. Results are given to students by the school counselor.
 
Spring: ACT, SAT Reasoning Test and/or SAT Subject Tests for those students wishing to post an early score and to allow a chance to retake in fall of 12th grade. This is the recommended time for taking the SAT Subject Test in U.S. History.
 
12th Grade: Students planning to apply directly to a 4 year college need to test by December. Some highly competitive universities (including Cal Poly SLO and CSU San Diego), require that testing be completed by October of the senior year.
 
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5 Things to do to make your college applicaton stand out

 
5 Things to do to make your college applicaton stand out

 
1) Secure Strong Letters of Recommendation
 
2) Write a Compelling Personal Statement.
 
3) Manage your social media presence.
 
4) Opt for an Early Admission Plan.
 
5) Get a High SAT/ACT Score
 

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College Corner
 California State University, Chico
Chico, CA ‧ Public ‧ 4-year
 
HTTPS://CATALOG.CSUCHICO.EDU/EXPLORE-PROGRAMS/
 
The spring 2024 application window at Chico State is now open. We encourage students to apply by the September 30 deadline.
 
chico is offering Virtual Application Information Sessions, where an admissions counselor will provide an overview of the application and answer any other questions.
 
 
Tuesday, August 1: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Thursday, August 24: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Thursday, August 31: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Monday, September 18: 6 p.m.Zoom Link
Wednesday, September 27: 6 p.m.Zoom Link
 
 

 California State University, Chico
Chico, CA ‧ Public ‧ 4-year
 
HTTPS://CATALOG.CSUCHICO.EDU/EXPLORE-PROGRAMS/
 
The spring 2024 application window at Chico State is now open. We encourage students to apply by the September 30 deadline.
 
chico is offering Virtual Application Information Sessions, where an admissions counselor will provide an overview of the application and answer any other questions.
 
 
Tuesday, August 1: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Thursday, August 24: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Thursday, August 31: 6:30 p.m.Zoom Link
Monday, September 18: 6 p.m.Zoom Link
Wednesday, September 27: 6 p.m.Zoom Link
 
 

The California State University

Accepting Applications

 
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FAFSA - GET MONEY FOR COLLEGE

FAFSA - GET MONEY FOR COLLEGE

Complete the FAFSA® (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form to apply for financial aid for college, career school, or graduate school.
all 12th graders in California will need to complete a free application for federal student aid

all 12th graders in California will need to complete a free application for federal student aid

Attention Senior Parents: Starting in the 2022-23 academic school year, high schools, and school districts (Local Educational Agencies) will need to ensure that all 12th graders in the state of California complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) unless the student has formally submitted an opt-out waiver. The goal of the “All In for FAFSA/CA Dream Act” is to expand access to financial aid to thousands of students who may have otherwise not been aware of these opportunities. For more information, visit https://www.csac.ca.gov/all-in. We will continue to send out information and are here to help students with this process. The deadline is March 2, 2023.
About the California College Guidance Initiative

About the California College Guidance Initiative

The California College Guidance Initiative manages CaliforniaColleges.edu, the state of California’s official college and career planning platform, which is free to all California educators, students, and families.

The Initiative is a nonprofit, funded in part by the state of California, that partners with school districts across the state to advance local college and career readiness goals. Learn more about the Initiative’s mission, goals, and approach.

How Can High School Students Use CaliforniaColleges.edu?

The platform provides high school students the tools to match their interests and skills to postsecondary college and career opportunities. They can take career assessments and use search tools to develop college, major, and career lists, write goals and journals, track activities, and read a variety of age-appropriate content to develop and expand their knowledge on all college, career, and financial aid planning topics. Students can also launch Cal State Apply, CCCApply, and FAFSA.

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The Common Application

The Common Application is a not-for-profit, member organization committed to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process.

University of California

UC APPLICATION DATES & DEADLINES

 

 

August 1

Begin your UC application online

 

 

November 1 - 30

Submit your UC application (all applications must be submitted online)
   
January 4
Online application update opens for transfer applicants to report final fall grades and in-progress or planned coursework (priority deadline is January 31)

 

 

 March 1
Notification of fall admission decisions begins

 

 

March 2

Submit your FAFSA or Dream Act application
 

 

 Mid March - May 1

View admissions notification online
 

 

May 1

Freshmen: Submit Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)

 

 

June 1

Transfers: submit Statement of Intent to Register (SIR)
   

Late September

Instruction begins

 

 
July 1
For students admitted for fall: Final, official transcripts must be sent to the campus admissions office. Transcripts must be postmarked or electronically submitted on or before July 1.

 

 

 July 15
Official AP, IB examination results must be sent to the campus admissions office. Test scores must be postmarked or electronically submitted on or before July 15.

 

 

  

UC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Our admission guidelines are designed to ensure you are well-prepared to succeed at UC.

If you're interested in entering the University of California as a freshman, you'll have to satisfy these requirements:

  1. Complete a minimum of 15 college-preparatory courses (a-g courses) with a letter grade of C or better, with at least 11 courses finished prior to the beginning of your last year of high school.

    The 15 courses are:
     

    a. History

    2 years

    b. English

    4 years

    c. Mathematics

    3 years

    d. Laboratory science

    2 years

    e. Language other than English
    *or equivalent to the 2nd level of high school instruction

    2 years*

    f. Visual and performing arts

    1 year

    g. College-preparatory elective
    (chosen from the subjects listed above or another course approved by the university)

    1 year
       
  2. Earn a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better (3.4 if you're a nonresident) in these courses with no grade lower than a C. Learn how to calculate the UC freshman GPA »
  3. Meet the examination requirement by taking the ACT Plus Writing or SAT with Essay by December of your senior year. We don't require SAT Subject Tests, but certain programs on some campuses recommend them, and you can use subject tests to satisfy the "a-g" requirements listed above.  
 
CSU APPLICATION DATES AND DEADLINES

CSU APPLICATION DATES AND DEADLINES

 
Please note: This information is subject to change. If you need more detailed information, please contact the campus admissions office directly.
 
Find out which CSU campuses are currently accepting applications, which majors are
open or closed, and read any notices from the campus(es) you’re interested in.

Term:
   Priority Application Filing Period*
Spring 2024
   August 1 - August 31, 2023
Summer 2024
   February 1 - February 28, 2024
Fall 2024
   October 1 - November 30, 2023
 
*The priority application filing period may vary based on your enrollment type or status (e.g., graduate or veteran applicant)
 
CHECK OUT SESI (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) program at Sacramento City College

CHECK OUT SESI (Science, Tech, Engineering & Math) program at Sacramento City College

Program Description

The SESI program focuses on Latinx and low-income students that are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. This program prides itself on creating a sincere solid sense of family so students feel welcomed. SCC have dedicated counselors, peer mentors, STEM industry field trips, assistance with books and tutoring that is available to all SESI participants.  SESI is focused on helping students transition from high school to college and ultimately program completion, earn a STEM Certificate/ Associates Degree and/or transfer to a CSU or UC. 

Sacramento City College SESI Project

West Sacramento College Promise Program

West Sacramento College Promise Program

Who qualifies?

Are you a recent West Sacramento high school graduate?

Residents of the City of West Sacramento who graduated from a high school in the Washington Unified School District within the last 6 months will be able to attend two years at ANY Sacramento City College (SCC) location (Main Campus, West Sacramento Center, or Davis Center) fee-free (12 or more units).

Click below for more info.

WEST SACRAMENTO PROMISE