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Cabrillo Honors Transfer Program Explained Feb. 15
The purpose of this free 90-minute session is to share the basics of the transfer program and explain why it's an option for students.
Posted Feb. 1 at 6 a.m.
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Cabrillo Honors Transfer Program
What students (and parents) should know-
Cabrillo College is one of the premier community colleges in California today. Yet, for many students, it is considered only as a fallback, a last resort option. The purpose of this free 90-minute session is to share the basics of the program and explain why it’s an excellent option for students (even STEM). Having this information will help students make informed decisions about their college educations.
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Agenda
College Financing Basics – Steve Shapiro, CFP (30 minutes)
- College Costs Today
- Financial Aid – What it is and who gets it
- Steps that students and parents can take that often reduces college costs
Cabrillo Honors Transfer Program
Letitia Scott Curtis, English Instructor & Lead Faculty (60 minutes)
- What it is, how it works and why high school seniors should consider it
- Transfer opportunities – the real story
- Application and deadlines
Scotts Valley Library
Saturday, Feb. 15 • 12:15-1:45 p.m.
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