Seniors
Seniors
Students will be enrolled in 6 classes, and every class passed successfully will earn 5 credits. 5 classes is an option if enough credits had be earned Freshman through Junior year. 7 classes is an option depending on electives.
Students must earn a "C" or better grade to move on to the next level of classes at the community college or university level.
Students with deficient credits, please contact your assigned Counselor immediately to create a graduation plan.
Students will need to do the following as they complete their high school career
All Seniors must complete the Counselor Report form. Students will need to login with their school email to access the form.
Apply for FAFSA or the CADAA Dream Act Application for Undocumented Students before April 2nd. FAFSA window opens to apply starting in December 31st.
Explore the WICHE WEBSITE. The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Agreement allows students who are residents of WICHE states to be eligible to request a reduced tuition rate at participating two or four-year college programs outside of their home state.
Send test scores to colleges or take the SAT or ACT before the last chance (typically around November)
Check your email frequently to see information from colleges you've applied to. Often they might need additional information or need to correct any mistakes in your application.
Notify your college by May 1st on your Intent to Enroll. You will have to notify Santa Teresa on your choice of college so we can send your final transcript.
COUNSELOR REPORT 2024-2025 (MANDATORY)
All Seniors must complete the Counselor Report form. This form is due no later than Friday, Oct 11th, 2024.
If you have a September College Application deadline, you must submit this form at least 5 school days (not the weekend or holiday) before your deadline.
SENDING TEST SCORES TO COLLEGES
Test scores are not required to apply to community colleges, CSU's, and UC's. Some Private and Out of State Universities continue to require test scores so do your research.
November - LAST CHANCE to take the SAT or ACT College Entrance Exams if required.
How to Send your Test Scores?
Send your SAT test scores via SAT College Board
Send your ACT test scores via ACT
Send your AP Test Scores via AP College Board
Select up to four Colleges to send your SAT scores (FREE) when you register for the exam with this code 3594.
Send to (one) CSU and all CSU's will receive your scores.
Send to (one) UC and all UC's will receive your scores.
Send to (two) Private Universities. Make sure to take advantage of this!
If you have a fee waiver to take the SAT, you can send scores to as many colleges as your want for FREE - Submit an Income Eligibility Waiver.
Send all scores, CSUs will super score which use the highest score from each test sitting
FINANCIAL AID
Apply for FAFSA or the CADAA Dream Act Application for Undocumented Students before March 2nd. The application windows open starting in December 1st.
How to Create your FSA ID? (Read Instructions)
Attend the FAFSA/CADAA Presentation more information to follow.
Check the Financial Aid page for Community Scholarship and In-House Scholarship Opportunities.
Attend Cash4College workshops for 1:1 support.
Review the Community College Promise Grants and the EOP(S) opportunities.
CSU / UC COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINES
The California State University (CSU) Application window opens to apply online from (October 1 - December 2).
University of California (UC) Application window opens to apply online from (October 1- December 2).
You are required to self-report all your courses and grades. Request an unofficial transcript from your Counselor to complete your application.
You are not required to submit a transcript unless the College requests one.
Apply early and submit your college applications before the Thanksgiving Holiday!
Check the Eligibility Index & GPA Calculator if needed
If your are planning on attending SJSU, check the ESUHSD SJSU Spartan Promise & Summer Program in June Opportunity.
Students attending SJSU must register for the SJSU Next Steps (TBD Spring Semester)
Use the UC App Activity Tracker to help manage your extracurricular activities.
COMMUNITY COLLEGE APPLICATION DEADLINES
The Community College Application window opens to apply online in the Spring (March/April). Check the CCCApply Guidelines for applying to a Community Colleges in California.
Attend the Community College Fair on March 5th during Lunch in the MPR.
Check the Local Community College Websites / Promise Grants / EOPS Opportunities.
De Anza College 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd. Cupertino, CA 95014
Evergreen Valley College 3095 Yerba Buena Rd. San Jose, CA 95135
Foothill College 12345 El Monte Rd. Los Altos, CA 94022
Gavilan College 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd. Gilroy, CA 95020
Mission College 3000 Mission College Blvd. Santa Clara, CA 95054
San José City College 2100 Moorpark Ave. San Jose, CA 95128
West Valley College 14000 Fruitvale Ave. Saratoga, CA 95070
PRIVATE / OUT-OF-STATE UNIVERSITY APPLICATION DEADLINES
Click Here: List of Private Universities in California
The Private / Out-of-State Universities require for you to complete the following:
Deadline to apply varies. Students must be prepared with all appropriate information to not miss a deadline.
Complete and submit the Counselor Report 2024-2025 form which includes: Letters of Recommendation, School Profile, Transcript, Teacher and Counselor Evaluation documents for Early Decision and Regular Decision.
Complete and submit your Common Application.
Complete your Common App Activities Tracker with all your extra-curricular activities such as: volunteer hours, clubs, sports, awards, etc. and upload it to your Counselor Report.
Complete your List of Private and Out of State Schools form and upload it to your Counselor Report.
Your mid-year report and transcript will be submitted Mid-January, and your final report/transcript in June.
For Early Action/Decision - you should hear back sometime in December/January.
For Regular Decision - you should hear back sometime between January/April.