Enrollment in California state, public and community...

Enrollment in California state, public and community colleges has increased steadily from 1984 to 1986. According to the state Department of Finance, the University of California system experienced a 6% increase of 105,779 students to 112,109, which represented the highest enrollment gain. Enrollment at four-year private colleges, however, dropped by 2.6%.

Officials say escalating tuition costs are making the state’s system and community colleges more appealing to California residents. Freshman enrollment is expected to increase 1% to 3% into the next decade when the “baby boom echo” is expected around 1995.

The Times randomly surveyed major colleges/universities and continuing education centers in Southern California. The following profiles were developed to assist students applying for fall ’88 admission. Prospective freshmen are encouraged to utilize available resources at their high schools and local libraries.

Tomorrow, a look at community colleges.

APPLYING TO FOUR-YEAR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN THE SOUTHLAND Cal State Fullerton 800 N. State College Blvd. Fullerton, 92634 (714) 773-2370 Cal State Los Angeles 5151 State University Drive Los Angeles, 90032 (213) 224-0111 Cal State Long Beach 1250 Bellflower Blvd. Long Beach, 90840 (213) 498-5471 Description: California State University Fullerton, a public university founded in 1957. The 225-acre high-rise campus is located in suburban Fullerton, 30 miles from Los Angeles. California State University Los Angeles , a 175-acre urban campus established in 1947 offering more than 100 majors. It is considered one of the major urban centers of higher education on the West Coast. Operates on quarter system and has full summer quarter. California State University Long Beach , a public university established in 1949 on a 322-acre suburban campus south of Los Angeles. Requirements: California high school graduates with a C (2.0) or better grade point average, combined with SAT or ACT scores for placement in the upper one-third of the class. In 1986, mean SAT scores were 460 math and 393 verbal. Out-of-state students must rank in upper 33% of their class. Transfer students who are residents must have completed at least 56 transferable semester units (84 quarter units) with a 2.0 (C) grade point average or better; non-residents--a 2.45 or higher average with a minimum of 56 transferable semester units. All freshman must take English and math placement tests. Application Deadline: Apply after Nov. 1 for fall semester and Aug. 1 for spring term. Non-refundable $45 application fee. Students are notified regarding admission status near Jan. 1. Cost: In-state students $395 per semester; $790 for academic year. Out-of-state students $2,161 per semester; $4322 for academic year. Limited housing available at Fullerton for fall 1988. Six students per three-bedroom suite. Monthly charge $255. Officials at the Long Beach campus estimate basic fees for California residents at $371 per semester, with parking $404, room and board between $4,000 to $4,300 per academic year and books/supplies $400 to $500. Degrees/Certificates: BA, BFA, BM, BS, MA, MM, MS, MAT and MBA. Other: During the ‘86-’87 academic year, student interest versus available slots in the following majors--physical therapy, business administration, computer science, engineering, graphic design, health sciences, medical technology, nursing (basic) and telecommunications and film--impacted CSU systemwide. Fullerton and Long Beach operate on semester basis. Chapman College 333 N. Glassell St. Orange, 92666 (714) 997-6815 Description: A private college associated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), established in 1861. The 32-acre suburban campus is 32 miles southeast of Los Angeles. Rail service; bus and helicopter to LAX. Requirements: High school graduates. SAT and/or ACT tests required, except for transfer students. Application Deadline: For fall ’88 semester, Dec. 1 and spring semester, March 1. Non-refundable $20 application fee. Letter of recommendation, student autobiography, official high school transcript and a recent passport-size photo must accompany application. Rolling admission policy. Applicants are usually notified within two weeks. Cost: Tuition $9,880 per year. Additional Expenses: Student fees, books and supplies $250. Housing double occupancy $3,600 per year. Degrees/Certificates: BA, BS and B Mus. Graduate studies in 12 academic disciplines. University of California UC Irvine 204 Administration Bldg. Irvine, 92717 (714) 856-5518 UC Los Angeles 1147 Murphy Hall Los Angeles, 90024 (213) 206-8311 UC Riverside 1128 Administration Bldg. Riverside, 92521 (714) 787-4531 UC San Diego Student Outreach and Recruitment, B-037, La Jolla, 92093 (619) 534-4831 Description: UC Irvine , a public university established founded in 1965. The suburban campus is located on 1,510 acres in Irvine. UC Los Angeles, a 411-acre urban campus established in Westwood in 1919. UC Riverside , a public university opened in 1954 on a 1,200-acre urban campus. UC San Diego , a public university established in 1912 from Scripps Institution of Oceanography. The 1,200-acre campus on the Pacific coast is composed of four undergraduate general education colleges--Revelle, Third, Muir and Warren. Requirements: High school graduates in top 12.5% of their class, who have completed 15 units in graded subject requirements (U.S. history/government, English, mathematics, laboratory science, foreign language and college preparatory electives) with a “C” or better and have not enrolled in a regular session at any college or university. At least seven of the 15 units must have been taken in the last two years of high school. SAT or ACT tests mandatory. Applicants must also take three College Board Achievement Tests (ACH) in English composition, mathematics and one examination in either English literature, foreign languages, sciences or social studies. A non-refundable $35 application fee entitles a graduate to apply to one UC campus. If applying to more than one campus, a $20 fee for each additional campus. Applications should forward to University of California, Undergraduate Application Processing Service, P.O. Box 23460, Oakland, 94623-0460. Application Deadline: UC campuses except Berkeley, Nov. 30 for fall quarter 1988; July 31, 1988 for winter 1989; Oct. 31, l988 for spring 1989. For UC Berkeley, Nov. 30, 1987 for fall semester ’88 and July 31, l988 for spring semester ’89. Students are notified Feb. 1-March 15. Statement of Intent to Register must be completed and returned with a $100 deposit by May 1. Cost: Dormitory and living expenses vary with campus. Officials cite a $7,580 “rough estimate” for the academic year. This figure includes the average required fees, estimated books and supplies, room and board and miscellaneous expenses. Degrees / Certificates: Undergraduate majors -- AB, BA, BS, BFA, B. Mus. California State Polytechnic University 3801 W. Temple Ave. Pomona, 91768 (714) 869-7659 Description: The university was founded in 1938 on the site of the former Voorhis School for Boys in San Dimas. In 1956, the institution moved to its present location on the former W. K. Kellogg Ranch. It became part of the California State University system and received full university status in 1972. Requirements: Based on California State University qualifying system, high school graduates must have a 2994 eligibility index; out-of-state students, 3402. The index is determined by multiplying the grade point average by 800, then adding SAT composite scores. As of Sept. ‘88, applicants must have taken at least 10 units in the following required courses during the last two years in high school--English 4 yrs., math 3 yrs., U.S. government/history 1 yr., science 1 yr. and foreign language 2 yrs. Application Deadline: Nov. 30 for fall ’88 semester, but the university will accept applications until disciplines are filled. Non-refundable $45 application free. Prospective students notified within five to six weeks. Cost: Estimated expenses on quarter basis, tuition $245, parking $36 and books $200-$300 for residents. Room and board includes choice of meal plan (example: 19 meals per week for academic week, $3,434.) Degrees/Certificates: BA, BS in approximately 50 undergraduate disciplines. Loma Linda University 4700 Pierce St. Riverside, 92515 (714) 785-2118 Description: A private university founded in 1905 and affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The university has two campuses. Health related disciplines are taught at the Loma Linda location, while liberal arts, education, business and religion are offered at the Riverside campus. Requirements: High school graduates applying to College of Arts and Sciences must have at least a 2.0 grade point average and must submit two letters of recommendations. Personal interviews are required for non-Seventh Day Adventists. SAT and ACT test scores are used for class placement levels only. Students majoring in nursing and other health fields must have at least a 2.8 grade point average and are required to submit personal essays. Application Deadline: Rolling admission system based on quarter basis. For fall ‘88, apply by Aug. 15. Non-refundable $20 application fee. If applying after deadline, $30 late fee charge. Cost: For academic year, tuition $6,840; parking $35; books and supplies $400; housing (double occupancy) $1,410. Degrees/Certificate: AA, AS, BA, BS, BFA, BBA, BSW, MA, MBA, EDS, EDD. Pacific Christian College 2500 E. Nutwood Ave. Fullerton, 92631 (714) 879-3901 Description: The 11-acre privately supported, coeducational Christian college is affiliated with the Churches of Christ and Christian churches. In addition to general education courses, all students must take 40 units in Bible. The university has a cross-registration policy with California State University Fullerton that allows students to attend classes and use all facilities at the latter. Requirements: High school graduates with C (2.0) grade point average or better. Norm SAT test score 900. A $30 non-refundable application fee, two reference letters and a 250-word essay are required. English and math assessment tests are mandatory upon admission, except for students who score 600 or higher on SAT math component. Application Deadline: Rolling admission policy. Students are urged to apply by July 31 for the fall semester. Cost: Based on ’87 rates, tuition (full-time) $3,800; books $200-$250 and insurance/student fees $300. Room and board with double occupancy plus meal plan $3,600. Part-time students taking less than 12 credits pay $145 per unit. Degrees: BA, AA, MA. Loyola Marymount University Loyola Blvd. at West 80th St. Los Angeles, 90045 (213) 642-2750 Description: An independent Roman Catholic university established in 1911 that became coed in 1968. The 130-acre suburban campus in southwest Los Angeles is accessible by air, rail and bus service. Requirements: Graduates of accredited preparatory schools with grade point averages of 3.3 and above, who are accustomed to a competitive scholastic environment. Applicants usually average 1010 on SAT scores and must submit an open-ended essay. Application Deadline: Rolling admissions policy. Should apply between November and December for fall semester. Non-refundable $35 application fee. Cost: Tuition and fees for academic year $3,943. Average room and board expenses for a freshman $3,664 to $3,842, which includes a 20-meal per week plan. Degrees/Certificates: BA, BS, BBA, MA, MAT, MBA, MED, MPA, MS in the following areas: sciences/engineering, business, communications and fine arts, liberal arts. University of Southern California University Park Los Angeles, 90007-0952 (213) 743-5122 Description: A private, coeducational university established in 1880. More than 100 majors are offered at the 150-acre urban campus. Requirements: High school graduates must have a minimum of 12 units of full-year courses in foreign languages, math, English, natural and social sciences. For ‘87-’88 academic year, incoming freshmen had 3.31 grade point averages and mean SAT scores of 570 math and 494 verbal. All applicants must submit a 500-word or less biographical sketch. Letters of recommendation required for journalism and cinema majors. Drama applicants must audition. Freshmen must take skill level exams in foreign languages, math and English. Application Deadline: Rolling admissions policy. Applications for fall ’88 should be submitted by Dec. 31. Non-refundable $40 application fee. Students are notified in three to four weeks. Cost: For full-time students living on campus, $17,610. Tuition only, $11,498. Housing assignments accompany acceptance letter. Incoming freshman must submit a $250 room deposit by March 2. All students are guaranteed housing for four years if application submitted by deadline. Degrees/Certificates: AB, BA, BS, BFA, BSA, MS, MA, MED, others. SOURCES: National Assn. of College Admission Counselors, individual schools

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