Congratulations; graduation is just around the corner and soon you will be a high school  graduate! Take some time to reflect on the past four years and be proud of all your achievements! 

Do not forget to submit all of the necessary forms (i.e. final high school transcripts, housing application, financial aid documentation, immunization records, orientation registration and summer bridge program required documents) to complete your college registration. Many services and programs such as housing, orientation and summer bridge are on a first come, first served basis. Further, make sure you choose an orientation session in July (if available), as you will use that time to register for classes and they tend to fill out quickly. 

Finally, continue to apply to scholarships. Now that you have a better idea of how much college costs, we hope that you can see how a $500 or $1,000 scholarship can help to lessen the financial burden for you and your family. 

Sincerely,

• This is "get acquainted" time. If you have not done so yet, this is your chance to get to know your campus, take a tour, meet students and experience what it will feel like during the fall. 
• This is an informational time.You will learn how to enroll in classes, explore degree requirements and, if attending a UC, you will take your Math Placement Test. 
• This is the beginning of your college journey! 

• Re-examine your financial aid applications (make sure you updated your information in the FAFSA or CA Dream Act)
• Check your student portal, make sure that you do not have any pending items for financial aid. If you do have a pending item, take care of it right away, and contact your financial aid office 
• If taking loans, complete your Loan Entrance Counseling and your Master Promissory Note 
• Learn how to budget