College Resources

I firmly believe any student can graduate from college as long as they are willing to put forth lots of effort and hard work. College is about persevering through obstacles and making it! Individuals who graduate from college seek help and gravitate towards friends who want to graduate.

More than anything, our Roosevelt Staff is here to support you through this process. Please let us know how we can help.

Our Roosevelt counselors are here to help you on your journey to graduation and beyond.

- Head Counselor: Esmeralda Castillo, East Hall Office, email: Esmeralda.castillo@fresnounified.org
- Last Name A-Car: Evangelina Galaviz, Health Pathway, East Hall 253-5346, email: evangelina.galavizcornejo@fresnounified.org
- Last Name Cas-Fi: Catherine Xiong, East Hall 214, email: Catherine.xiong@fresnounified.org
- Last Name Fl-Her: Ariel Mena, East Hall 253-5218, email: ariel.mena@fresnounified.org

- Last Name Herr-Mars: Kimberley Clarke,RSA Office 253-5322, email kimberley.clarke@fresnounified.org
- Last Name Mart-O Tony Albarran, Public Safety & Education, East Hall 253-5214, email antonio.albarran@fresnounified.org
- Last Name P-Rol: Cristina Moreno, Public Safety & Education, East Hall 253-5244, email: cristina.moreno@fresnounified.org
- Last Name Rom-T: Sera Baber, East Hall 213A, email: Sera.baber@fresnounified.org
- Last Name U-Z: Ramona Munoz, East Hall 253-5219, email Ramona.Munoz@fresnounified.org

Click here for Counseling Website (with Financial Aid and DREAM Act Information)

Click here for RHS Counseling on facebook

For college, career, scholarship, and military information, please visit our CAREER CENTER in room 213

Explanation of the Different Types of Colleges: California State University, University of California, Private Colleges, and Community Colleges

Community Colleges: there are 113 California Community Colleges, so you definitely need to do your research.

Link to Information on All Community Colleges

Local Community Colleges:

Clovis Community College

Fresno City College:

Madera Community College Center:

To find outreach programs to support you to graduation, click on student services from the main page (first link) and research programs you can apply for- be sure to note those on your handout.

Reedley College

To find outreach programs to support you to graduation, click on student services from the main page (first link) and research programs you can apply for- be sure to note those on your handout.

California State Universities: there are 23 California State University campuses in California. The links below will help you learn about each campus and will assist you with questions.

The California State University Campuses (you can learn about each CSU campus and compare CSU campuses on this link)
Preparing for the CSU's: What to do in High School (this link provides advice as to what to do each year of high school)
California State University Application Link
California State University Resources and Programs for Undocumented Students (the following link will provide you with information on services and resources to use if you are an AB540 student). Please don't get discouraged; there are lots of programs to help you pay for college.
California State University Resources and Programs for Foster Youth
California State University Educational Outreach Program

Because Fresno State is the closest CSU to Roosevelt, below are direct links to any of you considering applying to CSU Fresno:

Fresno State Admissions Page
Remember when you apply to Fresno State you need to complete the CSU application and select Fresno State as one of the universities you want to apply for. CSU Application Site. When you apply, you can select 3 CSU campuses with a fee waiver, so please apply to that many CSU campuses.
CSU Fresno DREAM Center (Resources and Programs for Undocumented Students) Please select the tabs on the left of the website for links to other resources and to complete an interest form. If you are undocumented, Fresno State has many resources to help you pay for college. Please do not let this hold you back from applying.
Fresno State Renaissance Scholars Program for Foster Youth Please select the tabs on the left of the website for links, resources, and a link to apply to their program. This program is highly regarded at Fresno State and truly helps foster youth graduate from college. Please apply.
Fresno State EOP Program Information Page When you apply to Fresno State, please select that you want to apply to the EOP Program and complete the questions for the application. EOP is a program geared towards first-generation students attending college. EOP students have their own counselors and priority registration.
CAMP Program The Fresno State CAMP (College Assistance Migrant Program) is for any student who comes from migrant or seasonal farm worker families. The CAMP program assists with academic counseling, financial assistance, etc. Please apply to this program if your parents' work in the fields.
California Promise Program- is a commitment on behalf of the California State University system to support entering first-year students (through Four-Year Promise) and eligible transfer students (through Two-Year Promise)with a verified Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) in the completion of their degrees through pledge programs.

Roosevelt Alumni Attending Fresno State Giving Back to their School:

Roosevelt High School hosts a yearly Inspire Tomorrow Mentoring Dinner for seniors who will attend Fresno State. Roosevelt alumni attending Fresno State come back and provide seniors attending the university with advice on how to navigate the university. Please click on the link and watch the video for more information Inspire Tomorrow Mentoring Dinner Link

University of California: there are 9 University of California campuses in California. The links below will help you learn about each campus and will assist you with any questions you may have.

University of California Campuses (you can learn about each UC campus by clicking on this link).
University of California Application Link and Personal Insight Questions
University of California: Resources for Undocumented Students & Finding Allies at UC Campuses
University of California Education Outreach Program Links to All Campuses

Private Universities in California: there are many private university campuses in California. We can assist you in researching a private university you may be interested in.