College Info

College Visits

We are not currently hosting college visits on campus at OCHS due to students being off campus, however we hope to soon be able to host college reps again in the spring!
Please see the information below for featured colleges, as they send us updated information!

The Claremont Colleges -- Claremont McKenna, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer, Pomona, and Scripps Colleges -- are united by a unique spirit of collaboration and connectivity that influences every part of academics, athletics, and student life. The “5Cs” are literally located across the street from one another, so students can attend a small, tightly-focused college even as they enjoy the benefits of a bigger, multi-faceted campus. Attend a virtual 5C info session on Wed Oct 7 2020 at 5-6:30- PM register here-https://connect.cmc.edu/register/occr_oct7
Case Western Reserve University My colleagues and I are hosting virtual school visits and a variety of online sessions covering campus and academics for students and families, including opportunities for Q&As with current students. We also encourage families to take a virtual tour of campus.

UC Santa Cruz-We have developed a LIVE Virtual Tour for prospective students and their families. During a scheduled LIVE Virtual Tour, offered every weekday and hosted by the tour guides, students will be able to:
️Connect LIVE with our friendly, knowledgeable student tour guides
️See the campus through 360-degree photos
️Explore places where they might be living when campus fully re-opens
️Ask questions about all things UC Santa Cruz and get answers in real time
️Discover our academic offerings (including their potential major!), and learn about the culture and social life at UC Santa Cruz
https://admissions.ucsc.edu/visit/fall-virtual-events.html

Cal State East Bay’s Virtual Preview Day Sessions for prospective freshmen and transfer students kicks off this Saturday October 3rd at 9am. Please share with any students who may be interested in attending Cal State East Bay. Visit csueastbay.edu/preview-day to register for this event and to gain access to our live workshop schedule.

Chapman University-You're Invited: Discover Chapman Events. We hope you will be able to join us for this fall's virtual Discover Chapman Events! This year, instead of hosting a campus open house, we're bringing the campus to you. From October 5 - November 21, you'll have unique opportunities to learn more about Chapman. Registration opens soon; but you can visit our website to learn more about school/college and department sessions. https://www.chapman.edu/admission/undergraduate/visit/discover-chapman-events.aspx
Vanguard University-Orange County’s first four-year college, Vanguard University is a private, liberal arts, Christian University offering exceptional academics, a strong spiritual climate and an authentic community—plus a beach location. Ranked #4 by U.S. News & World Report for “Most Students Receiving Merit Aid,” Vanguard makes receiving an education more affordable and could be the perfect fit for some of your students! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbJjET5Fz6k#action=share Vanguard University of Southern California -- Your Story Matters• Located in Orange County, CA, Vanguard’s campus is open for visitors! Check out our upcoming virtual and in-person visits: www.vanguard.edu/visit • Learn more about Vanguard: https://www.vanguard.edu/admissions/undergraduate-virtualfairs • Our Fall 2021 application is now open! Start your journey to become a VU Lion here: www.vanguard.edu/applynow kellie.carlson@vanguard.edu
Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings. https://www.ccu.edu/about/

Life Pacific University

Our world is facing many challenges, and this can create a lot of uncertainty about future. However, there is one thing you can be sure of: God has a purpose for your life! At Life Pacific University, we want to help you become the leader God is calling you to be. Join us for our Virtual Preview Day on October 1 to learn all about how LPU will prepare you for your future. Attendees will be entered to win a $1,000 scholarship for the Fall 2021!Event Site: https://www.lifepacific.edu/events/virtual-preview-dayEvent Registration:October 1^st 5:30pmOctober 15^th 12:00pmNovember 5^th 5:30pmDecember 3^rd 5:30pm

Cal State San Bernardino FALL 2021 Application Workshops with CSUSB Admissions Counselors Melissa Guerra & Brandon Landrum

REGISTER TO ATTEND! The Office of Outreach & Student Recruitment would like to invite you to register and attend one of the following application workshops for prospective First-Time Freshman. Thursday, October 15th at 4:30 p.m. https://csusb.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYuc-GtrTgjGt1oIG2B9dqYJYNrFpjvr-sd Tuesday, November 17th at 4:30 p.m. https://csusb.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kdumrqz8rH91dN319y1TNtrjQEw5l-3py

UC for You/UC for Everyone (September 8-October 24) This year UC is hosting six virtual systemwide events for students and families. The UC for You events are intended to help students and families, who will be applying this fall, get to know the nine undergraduate campuses. The UC for Everyone: UC wants You! events are for students and their families who are considering UC for fall 2021 or future years. All events are free. The exciting array of events includes special sessions for:

Students who identify as African-American, Native American, Chicanx/Latinx
Students from rural California communities
Students participating in UC educational preparation programs
First-Year students
Transfer students
Non-California residents/international students

Please go to https://ucforyou.universityofcalifornia.edu/. Questions may be sent to ucforyou@ucop.edu.

Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship Danielle Lewis <atlanta@afrotcadmissions.com>

Air Force ROTC High School Scholarship application window is open and will remain open until January 14th 2021. There are 3 different levels of scholarships. Type 1, 2, and 7. The differences are listed below.

Type 1: Full Tuition at any public or private university
Type 2: $18,000/year at any public or private university
Type 7: Full Tuition at any in-state college/university

All three scholarships come with a monthly spending allowance starting at $300/month and increasing each year till it reaches a cap at $500/month. Additionally, they all come with $900/year for textbooks. What’s nice about these allowances are they are deposited directly to your bank accounts and you have the freedom to allocate the funds towards living expenses and textbooks as you see fit.
**You do NOT need a scholarship to join Air Force ROTC, there are scholarship opportunities in college with different requirements, free professional development opportunities, study abroad and language learning opportunities with ROTC as well**
Eligibility for the High Scholarship Program are as listed:

Must be a high school senior
Must have one of composite scores
- SAT-1240
- ACT-26
- *SAT and ACT scores are still required at this time
Unweighted GPA from grades 9-11 above a 3.0
Must either be a United States citizen or able to obtain U.S. citizenship by the last day of the first term of their freshman year (for four-year offers) or the first term of sophomore year (for three-year offers)

UCLA’s annual Fall Open House. Our program will be virtual this year and will take place from Monday, October 5th through Saturday, October 10th. To best serve our prospective students and their families, we will offer programming in the evenings Monday through Friday, and in the afternoon on Saturday. You and family will get to virtually tour our beautiful campus (led by live tour guides), gain insight to our admission process, learn more about the incredible academic opportunities available to them, and experience Bruin pride firsthand. https://connect.admission.ucla.edu/register/fallopenhouseStudent Panel College Fair

What: Student Panel College Fair, a week-long online event featuring 100+ live Q&A events with current college students
When: September 21–26, recordings sent after to registrants
Where: Online at cv.watch/collegestudents
Who: High school juniors and seniors, parents, and counselors
Cost: Free

Christian College Fair has gone Virtual! Sign up at VirtualChristianCollegeFairs.com

September 16 – November 4 Booths remain open • Explore more than 100 Christian collegesand universities! • Come back as often as you likeNovember 56-6:30 PM (EST) Session “Navigating the Admissions Process”6:30-7 PM (EST) Session “What Student-Athletes Need to Know”7-10 PM (EST) Booths are manned Chat Live with reps, watch presentations, schedule a visit, and more10-11 PM (EST) Session “Admissions Professionals Answer Your Questions”Virtual Online. FREE! EASY! INFORMATIVE!

You are invited to attend these information sessions to learn more about higher education at five public universities in Colorado.

NOTE: By registering for these events, you agree to receive communications from the following universities:*Colorado Mesa University*Colorado State University Fort Collins*Colorado State University Pueblo*University of Colorado Boulder*University of Colorado Colorado Springs Please register for each date using the registration links below.
Oct 14, 2020 - 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM (PST) - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xUcu4OwARuGb2flvfgvxNwNov 18, 2020 - 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM (PST) - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wdpAHv5sSXCFgsWOrxJoGA

Pacific University Oregonhttps://www.pacificu.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/admissions-events/pacu-pop-ups
Here is a great resource for students who are just starting the college application process and no prior registration is needed. Some of the topics our admissions team will cover include:· CommonApp Workshops· College Timeline· The Do’s and Don’ts of College Applications· D3 Athletics and how to approach Coaches· College Vocabulary· Spanish & English presentation of Pacific· Financial Aid 101…and more!

California Baptist University is a private, Christian institution. With over 11,000 students, the 160-acre campus in Riverside, CA, features 10 schools and colleges that offer 80 bachelor’s degrees with Christ-centered curriculum in majors ranging from Aviation Flight to Worship Arts.The world may be changing, but our mission at California Baptist University remains strong. Now, more than ever, it is clear that living a life of purpose is our best way forward. The world needs our unique, God-given gifts, the curiosity to discover, motivation to make a difference and compassion to improve the lives around us. To that end, CBU provides a comprehensive collegiate experience that stimulates academic, social and spiritual growth. Our ultimate goal is to equip you to become an individual whose skills, integrity and sense of purpose will distinguish you in the workplace and the world. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQ1R7OvfynY&feature=youtu.be Info Brochure: https://issuu.com/cbu_publications/docs/ua_travel_gib_2020-21_web?fr=sZTQwYjE3MzcyMjk At Hope International University, we’re committed to helping you reach your potential and live your purpose. Here you will find many opportunities to grow in your faith and holistically develop into a person equipped to make a profound impact in your profession and community. Studying at HIU goes beyond the knowledge and skills needed for a career. Our goal is to prepare you for a life of leadership and service to positivity transform our world.” Jazmin RamirezAdmissions Counselor | Hope International University email: jeramirez@hiu.edu | phone: 714.879.3901 ext. 2290fax: 888.509.7497 | toll free: 888.352.HOPE (4673)