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Senior Year Guide

Class of 2023

Senior Year Guide Class of 2023

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Counseling Newsletter

Updated Monthly
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Scholarship Newsletter

Updated Frequently

Senior Workshop Schedule Senior Workshop Schedule

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A recording of the virtual presentations will be available after the live event.

Senior Year Timeline Senior Year Timeline

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Senior Workshop Presentations Senior Workshop Presentations

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All Senior Meeting

September 13th

6:00 pm

Virtual

Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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Developing & Refining your College Application List

September 15th

Pre-Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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Personal Insight Questions & Essays

September 21st

8:00 am

A101

In-person

View Slides HERE

How to Write the UC PIQs

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FAFSA/CADAA 101

November 29th

6:00 pm

Virtual

Live Presentation

View Slides HERE

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College Application Basics: Overview of the UC Application

Pre-Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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College Application Basics: Overview of the CSU Application

Pre-Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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College Application Basics: Overview of the Common Application

Pre-Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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College Application Basics: Overview of the Coalition Application

Pre-Recorded Presentation

View Slides HERE

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Palomar & Miramar Community College General Info Sessions

Miramar Session: February 1st at 8:30 am in A101

Palomar Session: February 15th at 8:30 am in A101

In-person


Miramar College Application - View Slides HERE -

Miramar College Overview - View Slides HERE -

View Slides HERE - Palomar College - Coming Soon

Additional College Application Resources Additional College Application Resources

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Facts for your college applications

Westview's CEEB Code: 052986

Term you are applying for: Fall 2023

Term Type: Semester

Class Size: 562

Class Rank: PUSD does NOT rank students

Graduation Date: June 9, 2023

COLLEGE VISITS

Updated availability of college visits listed on SCOIR and College Visit Calendar can be found HERE.

REQUESTING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION FROM TEACHERS REQUESTING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION FROM TEACHERS

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Requesting Letters of Recommendation from a Counselor Requesting Letters of Recommendation from a Counselor

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Mrs. Berner

Last Names: A - Das


Mrs. Berner's letter of recommendation packet

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Mrs. Ho

Last Names: Dat - Hog


Mrs. Ho's letter of recommendation packet

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Mrs. Cudmore

Last Names: Hoh - Loe


Mrs. Cudmore's letter of recommendation packet

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Mrs. Chittuluru

Last Names: Lof - Pat


Mrs. Chittuluru's letter of recommendation packet

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Mrs. Arp

Last Names: Pau - Sta


Mrs. Arp's letter of recommendation packet

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Mr. Briney

Last Names: Ste - Z


Mr. Briney's letter of recommendation packet

SCOIR: Our college & career platform

SCOIR is the one-stop online system that provides students with college and career planning tools to use during their time at Westview. Please note that SCOIR has replaced our previous system, Naviance.
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SCOIR How-To Videos SCOIR How-To Videos

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Searching for Colleges in SCOIR

Searching for Colleges in SCOIR
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Adding College to "Applying" list in SCOIR

Adding College to "Applying" list in SCOIR
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Sign up for In-Person College Rep Visits

Sign up for Virtual College Rep Visits
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Adding a Resume in SCOIR

Adding a Resume in SCOIR
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Updating Application Outcomes in SCOIR

Update your application outcomes for each college and/or university you applied to

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Requesting a Letter of Recommendation in SCOIR

Tutorial Video

Financial Aid Information Financial Aid Information

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https://app.goingmerry.com/sign-up#students
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CalSOAP Offers Free College Bound Webinars for Students and Families

CalSOAP will be offering several opportunities this fall for students, families and educators to learn more about college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and more. Registration is open, and all webinars run from 6 to 7 p.m. Please note that the UC and CSU Admissions webinar on Oct. 19 will run from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Complete your FAFSA

Before each year of college, apply for federal grants, work-study, and loans with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. Your college uses your FAFSA data to determine your federal aid eligibility. Many states and colleges use FAFSA data to award their own aid. After submission, you’ll receive your Student Aid Report.


Filling Out the FAFSA® Form

Understanding Work-Study Jobs

Understanding Loans

Reviewing Your Student Aid Report

Review your Aid Offer

Your aid offer explains the types and amounts of aid a college is offering you, and your expected costs for the year. If you've been accepted to multiple colleges, compare the costs and aid offers. Accept the aid from the school that's best for you and inform them of other sources of aid (such as scholarships) you expect to receive.


Comparing School Aid Offers

Accepting Financial Aid

Understanding College Costs

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California Dream Act

For information visit the CA Dream Act website.


For more information check out 10 things you need to know about the CA Dream Act Application.

College Application Comparison Chart

Do you need a quick reference guide on the different application types and requirements for each application? Please check out the comparison chart below:
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Applying to College


School Code: 052986

College Applications

California State University (CSU) Application - The California State University (CSU) application is for all 23 campuses within the CSU system. The CSU App simplifies the process of applying to CSU campuses. Once your application is received by Cal State Apply, your application and materials are transmitted to all the campuses you have indicated on your application.

University of California (UC) Application - The University of California's application for undergraduate admissions and scholarships. All University of California campuses use the UC application.

Common Application - The Common Application is a streamlined college application system that allows you to apply to multiple schools at once. Over 1,000 colleges and universities use the Common Application including the majority of private schools and many public institutions. Note that many schools have a supplemental application found on the platform that students will need to complete.

Common Black College Application - The Common Black College App can be used for 65 member Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU's). The cost is $20 and students can apply to as many of the schools as they would like, ranking their top four choices.

Coalition Application - The Coalition for Access, Affordability and Success is a relatively new application option for college admissions. The Coalition App can be used for 150+ college and universities.

California Community Colleges - The California Community Colleges site will connect you with community college applications throughout the state of California.

UCAS - UCAS, which stands for Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, is a UK-based organization that operates the application process for British universities.

NOTE: There are some colleges and universities that may require their own application for admission. Please check the college website for more information.
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Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a regional tuition discount program, which enables students from one of 16 WICHE states and territories in the Western U.S. to enroll as nonresidents in 160+ participating public colleges and universities and pay 150 percent (or less) of the enrolling school’s resident tuition—which annually saves students an average of $9,000 each on the cost of non-resident tuition. Please visit the WUE website for more information

Still deciding where to apply? Still deciding where to apply?

Community College Resources Community College Resources

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California Community Colleges

Interested in learning more about the benefits of Community College? Check out the California Colleges website and the Community College Resource Guide for more information.
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Palomar College

More information about Palomar College


Find out if you qualify for the Palomar Promise Program

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Miramar College

More information about Miramar College


Find out if you qualify for the Miramar Promise Program

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Mesa College

More information about Mesa College


Find out if you qualify for the Mesa College Promise Program

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MiraCosta College

More information about MiraCosta College


Find out if you qualify for the MiraCosta Promise Program

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Grossmont College

More information about Grossmont College


Find out if you qualify for the Grossmont Promise Program

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San Diego City College

More information about San Diego City College


Find out if you qualify for the SD City College Promise Program

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) For Community College

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) is here to make sure students disadvantaged by social, economic, educational or linguistic barriers get the resources they need to enroll and succeed at any California community college. How? By offering comprehensive academic and support counseling, financial aid and a bevy of other services aimed at keeping students from dropping out and helping them reach their educational and career goals. Click Here to find out more information.

Trade School Information Trade School Information

Mt. Carmel Skilled Trades

Mt. Carmel Skilled Trades

Do you enjoy making things, being creative, solving problems and working in settings that are not in an office? The world's economy will experience a major shift in the next decade with an increase in automation across every industry. An estimated 31 million skilled trade workers in the United States retired in 2020, and many of those jobs remain unfilled.

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Military Resources Military Resources

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Military Resource Guide

Interested in learning more about joining the Military? Check out the Military Resource Guide for more information.
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What to Expect on the ASVAB

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a timed multi-aptitude test designed to determine if you are qualified to enlist in the U.S. Armed Forces and assign the appropriate job in the military. The test covers standard academic areas, such as math and English, but also measures your knowledge of mechanics, electronics, science, and assembling objects. For more information about the ASVAB, click here.
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United States Air Force

More information about the U.S. Air Force
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United States Army

More information about the U.S. Army
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United States Coast Guard

More information about the U.S. Coast Guard
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United States Marine Corps

More Information about the U.S. Marine Corps
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United States Navy

More information about the U.S. Navy
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United States Space Force

More information about the U.S. Space Force

Additional Resources Additional Resources

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College Entrance Exam Information

Have you checked out the College Entrance Exam page on our Counseling website? Please click here to learn more about the SAT and ACT exams.


For the latest updates on SAT exam registration and information, please visit the College Board website.


For the latest updates on ACT exam registration and information, please visit the ACT website.


Many colleges are reviewing their admissions policies in regards to college admissions exams due to COVID-19. Please check each college's website for the most-up-to-date information. For a list of colleges that are test optional, please click here.

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How to Build Resilience for High School, College

Resilience, the ability to recover quickly from challenging situations, is a key to success in school and life.



How Students Can Build Resilience for High School, College | College Admissions Playbook | US News

Do you know the differences between a college and a university? - The College Solution

Do you know the differences between a college and a university? - The College Solution

What is the difference between a college and a university? I have always found it depressing and frustrating that few parents and teenagers know what the differences are between a college and university. And the differences are substantial. Americans use the terms college and university interchangeably, but these two types of higher-education institutions are quite different.

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Westview Counseling

Email: westviewcounseling@gmail.com
Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/HS/WVHS/Counseling/Counseling-Home
Phone: (858) 780-2000

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