Out of State
OUT-OF-STATE UNIVERSITIES ARE LIKE UC AND CSU SCHOOLS IN OTHER STATES.
Some states only have one state school, most have at least two, and others have several. Usually these schools are called University of (State) or (State) University or (State) State. Some examples are University of Oregon, Washington University, and Pennsylvania State.
All state schools will have individual applications. Deadlines and application procedures may be different than the UC and CSU systems, so make sure you look into due dates and requirements!
FACTS TO FIND OUT:
What is this school known for?
How many majors are there?
What is a typical class size?
How much does it cost?
How much is the typical financial aid package for an out-of-state student?
Are the programs specific to the state?
What is the weather like?
How far away from home is it?
If there is another state school in this state, which one is more suited to me?
WHAT MIGHT THEY LOOK AT?
Your GPA
Your SAT/ACT Scores
Personal Essays
Possibly Letters of Rec
Volunteer Hours
Extracurricular Activities
What Classes You Took
There may be an Admissions Interview
Their requirements for what classes you took in High School may be different than in California, so be sure to check!
