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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