College READINESS
Learn what it takes to get on the right path to college.
Saying you want to go to college is the first and most important step to getting there. Beginning in the 6th grade, there are things you can do to make sure you are on the college track so check out the link for your grade and get started!
Grades 6-8
Even now, there are things you can do to make sure you are on the right path to college and getting all you want from life.
There’s an old saying, “Work Smarter, Not Harder.” Figuring out the way you learn best can help you study in a smarter way. In this section, you can uncover your learning style, learn ways to study smarter, and improve your test-taking skills.
There are many fantastic colleges and careers that you haven’t heard of yet. Check out the links below to explore colleges beyond your neighborhood and careers beyond your imagination.
And finally, know that as you are exploring the website, you may come across some crazy college word. When you do, you can visit the glossaries section to find an easy definition. It’s never too early to get on the path to college.
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Take Charge
Building Study Skills
- KnowHow2GO
- Uncover your learning style
- Organize and manage your time better
- Be a trained test-taker
- Become a skilled note taker
- Read recommended books
College Exploration
- Explore the public & private colleges of California
- Learn more about the California State University system
- Check out the University of California campuses
Career Exploration
Glossaries
College Readiness
Did You Know?
A college graduate can afford to buy a large, flat screen TV in 1–2 months while a non-college graduate might have to work for 3–4 months to buy the same TV.