Glendale Community College
Community Colleges 113 California Community Colleges 2.6 million students Glendale Community College provides General education/lower division courses Courses that are designed to train students for business and technical careers Opportunity for Life Long Learning
Why Glendale Community College? The Four C’s Curriculum • Class Size • Cost (Only $46 per unit) • Convenience •
Diverse C urriculum Glendale Community College offers: Transfer Credit to four-year universities (Articulated agreements with most universities) Associate in Arts & Science degrees Certificate of Completion in a vocational programs Opportunities in Life Long Learning
Small C lass Sizes & Student Focused The average class size 35 students Student centered Students actively participate in class discussions Professors KNOW their students Faculty are accessible, dedicated and able to provide students with personalized attention
C ost 2016-2017 University Tuition Comparison $60,000 $50,000 $51,422 $50,498 $40,000 $35,048 $30,000 $20,000 $13,200 $10,000 $5,472 $1,200 $- California California State University of Woodbury Occidental University of Community University (CSU) California (UC) University College Southern California College (USC) Comparison based on a 12-unit load per term, during the nine month academic year. Fees and books not included. Source: GCC Transfer Center
C ost --- Financial Support The Financial Aid Program offers eligible students the opportunity to receive state fee waivers (BOG), state grants, federal grants, and loans The GCC Scholarship Program awards more than 500 scholarships and grants totaling nearly $300,000 annually
C onvenience Close to home Easier transition for those not ready for transfer Better preparation for 4-year University More options in transfer
Exceptional Student Services - Offices that Help Students
La COMUNIDAD - Latino and Latina college students receive assistance with their efforts to earn a certificate, graduate with an Associate’s degree, or transfer to a four -year institution. The program helps students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the college environment and ensure their success in higher education. BLACK SCHOLARS - The mission of Black Scholars is to help African American college students achieve their academic and career goals by increasing their retention, persistence, and graduation rates. GUARDIAN SCHOLARS - Guardian Scholars is a supportive network committed to empowering current and former foster youth to achieve their academic, career, and personal goals. The program encourages student growth and development through meaningful interactions during individual, group, and in-class sessions. As a community, it is designed to help students attain success throughout their collegiate journey. Students Providing Assistance Resources and Knowledge (SPARK) - The primary objective of the SPARK peer- mentoring program is to contribute to the advancement of first-year students by aiding in their academic, emotional, and social adjustments to college. To become a mentor, contact the Center for Student Involvement. LATINO LEADERSHIP ACADEMY - The mission of the Latino Leadership Academy is to inspire, engage, and empower Latina/Latino students to become agents of change and advocates for all students at GCC.
A Diverse & Active Student Life Associated Students of Glendale Community College (ASGCC) Over 60 student clubs & organizations El Vaquero Athletics Speech & Debate
Scholars Program The Scholars Program is designed to challenge academically advanced students with rigorous courses Benefits of this program include: Guaranteed priority consideration for admission to top four-year universities Special academic counseling Priority registration Research opportunities Research publishing
Jump Start & Dual Enrollment Allows high school students to receive college credit while still in high school The benefits of this program include: Free Parking (with valid CA Drivers License) Free Tuition for CA Residents Students only pay for college fees and textbooks
Fall 2017 New Student Checklist Apply 1. Assessments 2. Counseling & 3. Advising (SEP) Register 4. (with priority)
If you have any questions please contact Glendale Community College SOS office at (818) 240-1000 ext. 4SOS (4767) Tzoler Oukayan (818) 240-1000 ext. 5457 TOukayan@glendale.edu
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