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What are the benefits of a college education?
Increased access to job opportunities.
Preparation for a specialized career.
Increased marketability.
Increased earning potential.
Economic stability.
A pathway to advancement.
Higher job satisfaction.
Positive return on investment.
CaliforniaColleges.edu
A resource for SFUSD students and families.
We encourage our students to use this resource to verify their UC/CSU eligibility.
Use this website* to fill out the UC application or the CSU application.
Financial Aid resources, including FAFSA, scholarships, and grant applications.
*Students must sign in using your s.sfusd.edu account, which is connected to google.
University of California
University of California
California State University
California State University
We suggest applying to at least two schools for Early Action.
(UC's and CSU's only allow regular decision).
A student should apply early to an ED or EA plan if the student:
Has researched colleges extensively.
(for ED) Is absolutely sure that the college is the first choice.
Has found a college that is a strong match academically, socially and geographically.
Meets or exceeds the admission profile for the college for SAT scores, GPA, and class rank.
Has an academic record that has been consistently solid over time.
Financial Fit: communicate with the college/university about their CSS profile or FAFSA evaluation in terms of timing.
Colleges That Change Lives, Inc. (CTCL) is a non-profit organization is a consortium of liberal arts colleges with big benefits.
The College Board's 'Big Future' can help you make a plan for what you want to do after high school.
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