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California Admission Representative Megan Carlier Senior Regional Admissions Representative carlier@mailbox.sc.edu (803) 576-6006 University of Southern California Private university Los Angeles, California www.usc.edu Undergraduate student enrollment: 19,000 College location: Large City Distance from nearest airport: LAX/ 14 miles Average accepted GPA and test scores: GPA 3.73; SAT 1980-2200; ACT 30-33 Acceptance rate: 18% Application deadlines: December 1 - Scholarship consideration; January 15 - Final app deadline Merit scholarships/Need-based financial aid: Merit scholarship information - finaid@usc.edu, December 1 Scholarship deadline (full/half/quarter tuition covered). Need-based financial aid met 100%. (FAFSA, CSS PROFILE required) Most popular, new or unique majors: Cinematic Arts (film)/Viterbi (engineering)/Thornton (music)/Iovine and Young Academy/World Business (BA). Colleges and Schools: Letters, Arts & Sciences; Accounting; Architecture; Art & Design; Arts, Tech, Business of Innovation; Business; Cinematic Arts; Communication & Journalism; Dance; Dramatic Arts; Education; Engineering; Gerontology; Music; Public Policy; Social Work. Student Life: Athletics Division I, Greek Life—Yes. Intermural Sports/Myriad Clubs by major and interest Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: $70,131 What is unique or makes your school stand out? We are a global institution. Climate, culture, and diversity is our strength. Our campus community is pluralistic, academically astute, and culturally adept. The USC Trojan family is an interconnected network of policy shapers, innovators, and researchers. California Admission Representative Rakin Hall Associate Director rakin.hall@usc.edu 213-740-4019 University of Tennessee Public university Knoxville, TN http://www.utk.edu/ Undergraduate student enrollment: 22,139 undergraduates College location: Urban (Knoxville, TN is a great mid-size city) Distance from nearest airport: McGhee Tyson Airport, 13 miles from campus Average accepted GPA and test scores: 3.89 GPA, ACT 27, SAT 1220 CR+M Acceptance rate: 75% Application deadlines: Priority Admission Deadline (November 1), Regular Admission Deadline (December 15). Merit scholarships/Need-based financial aid: Volunteer Scholarship: Available to first-time freshmen with a minimum 3.8 UT Core Weighted GPA who apply for admission by the December 1 deadline and meet the following criteria. ACT/SAT (CR+M) = Annual Amount, Four-Year Amount 34-36/1490-1600 = $18,000 $72,000 30-33/1330-1480 = $15,000 $60,000 28-29/1250-1320 = $10,000 $40,000 New test scores for eligibility are accepted through December of your senior year. Limited need-based aid for out-of-state students. Most popular, new or unique majors: Nursing (while competitive, it is Direct Admit), Eleven Engineering majors (including Aerospace Engineering and Nuclear Engineering). Our partnership with Oak Ridge National Research Laboratory (ORNL), one of the premier research facilities in the country, provides incredible opportunities for students. Architecture (five-year, fully accredited by the National Architecture Accreditation Board). Animal Science/Pre Vet (UT has a Vet School on campus. One of 30 Vet Schools in the country). Haslam College of Business (Supply Chain Management major consistently ranked among the top five programs nationally each year). The FBI have been training at the UT Forensic Anthropology Center for the last 17 years. Student Life: Athletics Division 1, Southeastern Conference (SEC) Athletics (Tennessee Volunteers); Strong Greek Community (brand new Sorority Village facilities); Popular Extracurricular Activities: SEC Athletics, Concerts/Festivals in Downtown Knoxville, Outdoorsy Activities in the Great Smoky Mountains Total Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: $42,282 What is unique or makes your school stand out? Set in the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains, but with all the amenities of a mid-size city, The University of Tennessee is a great option for California students. Incredible academic programs, exciting Southeastern Conference (SEC) athletics, vibrant Greek life, over 400+ campus clubs and organizations, and plenty of Southern charm and hospitality. California Admission Representative: Jason I. Hale Recruitment Coordinator and California Regional Representative Jhale18@utk.edu 949-560-7447 Ursinus College Private, not-for-profit institution Collegeville, PA www.ursinus.edu Undergraduate student enrollment: 1650 students College location: Collegeville, PA; suburban, greater Philadelphia area Name & distance from nearest airport: 35 miles from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Average accepted GPA and test scores: Students average a 3.2 GPA, SAT 1160 (CR+M), ACT 27 (test-optional school) Acceptance rate: 83% Application deadlines: Early Action—November 1st, Early Decision I—December 1st, Early Decision II—February 1st, Regular Decision—February 1st Merit scholarships/Need-based aid: Everyone is considered for merit-based scholarships and range from $10,000-$35,000. Top-tier scholarships that don’t require additional application materials: The Zacharias Scholarship $35,000 (must apply by EA or ED deadlines). The Tower Scholarship $33,000 (must apply by EA or ED deadlines). Gateway Scholarship $30,000 (applicable for all deadlines, but must have a minimum SAT score of 1260 or ACT score of 28). Top-tier, talent-based scholarships: Creative Writing Award $33,000, Performing Arts Scholarships (Theatre, Music, & Dance) $33,000, Bonner Leadership Scholarship $4,000, Supporting Inclusive Excellence Scholarship (funded by the National Science Foundation) $8,500. Must apply by EA or ED deadlines to be considered for talent-based scholarships. Ursinus requires the FAFSA to be considered for need-based aid. 97% of students receive financial aid. Average institutional aid last year: $27,700 Most popular, new or unique majors: Biology/pre-medical track, Business & Economics, Health & Exercise Physiology, English, International Relations Student Life: NCAA Division III athletics, member of the Centennial Conference. 13 varsity women’s sports, 12 varsity men’s sports. Approximately 35% of students are varsity athletes . Over 100+ clubs/activities to choose from. 17% of students participate in Greek Life. 65-70% of students participate in club/intramural sports. 65% participate in community service. Other clubs include Mock Trial, Fighting for Ophelia, Magic Club, China Club, UC OSOS (Outstanding Students Organizing Spirit), Student Government & many more! Total Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: 64,990 What is unique or makes your school stand out? If you ask any student, faculty member or alumni why Ursinus is so special, they’ll say, “the community” We start each journey together, only ending with lifelong connections that leave with you. Ursinus cultivates a culture of question—what will I do? How should we live together? What should matter to me? Our approach to academic inquiry produces critical and creative thinkers who go on to living purposeful lives. No challenge too big, no goal unachieved; Ursinus helps you reach your defined success. California Admission Representative: Sarah Kolosky ‘13 Senior Admission Counselor, Western Region skolosky@ursinus.edu 610-247-1458 Vanderbilt University Private University www.vanderbilt.edu Nashville, Tennessee Undergraduate student enrollment: 6,883 College location: Urban Name & Distance from airport: 10 miles from Berry Field Nashville (BNA) Int’l Airport. Average accepted GPA & test scores: We don’t have one. Students taking the strongest curriculum at their high school and scoring competitively in that curriculum are most viable within our evaluation process. SAT: 710-790 (CR) 710-790 (M) and 32-35 ACT. Acceptance rate: 12% Application Deadline: ED 1: November 1, ED 2: January 1, Regular Decision: January 1 Merit scholarships/Need-based financial aid: Offer both merit based and financial aid for ALL students. FAFSA and CSS Profile. Most popular, new or unique majors: Human and Organizational Development, Medicine, Health and Society, Musical Arts Teacher Education, Women and Gender Studies Student Life: Division 1, SEC Sports, 460+ Student Organizations, including Greek Life, Community Service Organizations, Student Government, Religious Organization, and Performing Arts Organizations Total Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: $64,572 What is unique or makes your school stand out? The Vanderbilt undergraduate experience provides a palpable sense of balance; an intimate classroom environment with particular focus on interdisciplinary coursework, research, and internships; worldly study abroad opportunities; robust student activities with an emphasis on service; a genuine focus on community building, especially throughout the first year experience; and exposure to the multifaceted resources and opportunities that Nashville provides. California Admission Representative Samantha Joustra Admissions Counselor Samantha.l.joustra@vanderbilt.edu Wake Forest University Private Institution Winston-Salem, NC www.wfu.edu Undergraduate student enrollment: 4,900 (1,340 freshmen) Location: Suburban. Four miles from downtown in a city of 240,000 Name & distance from nearest airport: 35 minutes from Greensboro airport with connections to San Diego. Airport shuttle right to campus. Can also fly into Charlotte or Raleigh-Durham airports. Average accepted GPA & test scores: Do not calculate GPA. Look at grades within the context of each individual school. SAT and ACT optional. Highly selective. Acceptance rate: 29% Application Deadlines: Early Decision: November 15; Early Decision II: January 1; Regular: January 1. Scholarship priority – December 1 Merit Scholarships/Need-based Financial Aid: Academic merit scholarships open to applicants who apply by December 1, awards up to full tuition, room and board, plus. Wake Forest meets 100% demonstrated need for admitted students. FAFSA and CSS Profile required. Most popular, new or unique majors: Pre-law, pre-med and business programs are very popular. Accounting, Art History, Biophysics, Communication, Computer Science, Health & Exercise Science, Education, Mathematical Economics, Political Science, Studio Art and Music Performance. Three undergraduate schools, over 40 majors. Wake is nationally recognized for our Office of Career and Professional Development (OCPD) and career services programs, which begin freshman year. Recently announced new majors - BS in Biomedical Engineering and BS in Biochemistry Student Life: Division 1 Athletics – 16 sports, Greek Life (35% men and 48% women involved). 67% of students will study abroad at some point in their time at WFU. Wake Forest owns four overseas properties for Study Abroad along with partnering with over 200 different locations worldwide. Our university motto is “Pro Humanitate” (For Humanity) and we are a national leader in civic engagement with our Pro Humanitate Institute and numerous on campus service projects. 194 clubs, including intramurals and club sports. Nearly 80% of students come from outside North Carolina with 100% of first-year students living in college housing. Housing is guaranteed for four years. Total Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: $66,226. 56% of students receive financial aid. What is unique or makes your school stand out? "Wake Forest is a Collegiate University. We combine the benefits of attending a small-liberal arts college with the resources of a major research university. Our Office of Career and Professional Development is nationally recognized as a leader in career services. We offer small classes, engaged faculty, Division I sports and incredible study abroad opportunities in a personal community environment." California Admissions Representative: Jennie Harris Devon Faro Associate Dean of Undergraduate Admissions Admission Counselor harrisjp@wfu.edu ferodk@wfu.edu 336-758-5201 336-758-4002 Western Oregon University Public Monmouth, Oregon wou.edu/admissions Undergraduate student enrollment: 5,445 College location: Rural, small college town Name & distance from nearest major airport: PDX (75 miles away) and EUG (55 miles away) Average accepted GPA, SAT and ACT test scores: Unweighted high school GPA of incoming freshmen: 3.2. Composite score on old SAT (reading and math sections only): 960. Composite score on ACT: 20 Acceptance rate: 88% Application deadline: Rolling Merit scholarship/Need-based financial aid: Full list of scholarships available at wou.edu/scholarships. WUE tuition rate automatically awarded to all Californian students. Priority Scholarship deadline: March 1st. Priority FAFSA deadline: February 1st. Limited need-based aid for out-of-state students. Most popular, new or unique majors: Education, criminal justice, American Sign Language, exercise science, business, psychology, visual communication design Student Life: NCAA Division II Athletics, Greek Life, and 60+ clubs and organizations, ranging from academic, community service, performing arts, political, religious, cultural, and other interests. Total Cost of Attendance 2016-2017: $23,989 What is unique or makes your school stand out? Western Oregon University's students enjoy small class sizes and a personal approach to education at an affordable price. Western Oregon’s average class size is 18 and students learn from professors, not teaching assistants. We award the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) discount to all admitted students from California. 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