WELCOME TO THE
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
The El Rancho High School College and Career Center serves the entire student population of El Rancho High School. The purpose is to provide resources for all students in their preparations for life after high school. Whether that includes a four-year or two-year college, the military, technical training or a gap year, the ERHS CCC aims to provide students with a place to research, share and learn how to pursue their goals.
We are located in G-1 and are available Mondays-Fridays from 8:00 am- 4:00 pm.
The following representatives will be at the College and Career Center. Stop by to sign up and to pick up your pass (if needed).
UC Riverside @ 11:00am (yellow pass needed)
Representatives from special programs are available at our center to offer students one-on-one assistance and answer questions about college and careers.
Tri Cities ROP Advisor - Mayra Campos
Mondays - Fridays 7:30am - 4:00pm
CAL SOAP LA - Alejandra Neri
Mondays - Wednesdays 8:00am - 1:00pm
ROP / Rio Hondo Counselor - Dorian Escamilla
Tuesdays - 7:30am - 4:00pm
Rio Hondo - Norma Garcia
Tuesdays 8:00am - 4:00pm
Talent Education Search (TES) - Jorge Ordorica
Tuesdays 8:30am - 3:00pm
***FEE WAIVERS available for the SAT and ACT.
Visit the CCC for a fee waiver code***
SAT Exams will not be administered at El Rancho High School until further notice. El Rancho is NOT currently an SAT testing center. Please make sure you register to take your exam at a different location.
SAT & ACT test scores will not be used for admission for the CSU and UC system for the foreseeable future. You DO NOT need any test scores to apply to a CSU or UC for the class of 2023 or 2024. If you would like to look up the school you are applying to in order to verify if they require test scores for admission, visit this website: https://www.ivywise.com/blog/colleges-going-test-optional/
Questions? Email Mrs. Tedtaotao (ktedtaotao@erusd.org) or visit the CCC.
SAT
Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is available.
To register on-line for SAT: Click here
For SAT test dates and registration deadlines: Click here
***Looking to get the best score possible? Get Official SAT Practice online with Khan Academy for FREE.
ACT
Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is available.
To register online for ACT: Click here
For ACT test dates and registration deadlines: Click here
SENDING ACT & SAT SCORES
Be sure to send your scores to the colleges/universities where you intend to apply. Be sure to use FREE score reports within the allotted time or you will be charged - ACT $13 to each campus, SAT $12 to each campus.
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Are you interested in taking a class at a community college? As a high school student you are required to apply and complete a Concurrent Enrollment form every semester.
NEED A RIO HONDO TRANSCRIPT for High School? Click Here
NEED A RIO HONDO TRANSCRIPT for College? Click Here
College courses are not make up for High School classes. The purpose of college classes during high school is for enrichment. Therefore, we highly ENCOURAGE students to have a 2.5 GPA to take college courses.
Do you need help looking up classes on the Rio Hondo online catalog? This video will help you. Click Here
Steps to register for Rio Hondo classes
STEP 1 Complete a Rio Hondo application online every semester.
When you complete your application online make sure you use your PERSONAL EMAIL and your LEGAL NAME. Your name needs to match your birth certificate and match our school records.
- Go to Rio Hondo to complete your application: https://www.riohondo.edu/
- Make sure to save your confirmation number, you will need to email it to Mrs.Tedtaotao
- Rio Hondo will email you your ID number within 24 hours if you are a new student, you will need it for step 2
- Make sure to keep your Rio Hondo ID number for future use, it begins with 001
- If you forgot your ID number, email Mrs.Tedtaotao your confirmation number and DOB
Need help completing the application online?
- If you are a NEW student and you have NEVER taken community college classes before Click Here
- If you are a RETURNING student and have taken community college classes before Click Here
STEP 2 - Complete the Concurrent/Dual Enrollment Form
- You will need to complete a Dual Enrollment Form - click here for the form
- Email the completed form and your confirmation number to Mrs. Tedtaotao
- Once the form has been processed by Rio Hondo you will be emailed with further instructions.
STEP 3 - Register online for the class
- You will be receive an email letting you know that you can add your class to your portal
- The email will contain all the step to add your class
- If you need help logging into your portal Click Here
- If you need help adding your classes, view this video: Click Here
Still need help? - email Mrs. Tedtaotao (ktedtaotao@erusd.org) or schedule a Zoom Meeting
Rio Hondo College representative is available to assist on Fridays from 8:30AM-3:30PM.
Click Here for AccessRIO
Click Here if you're a FIRST TIME college student (never attended before) and want to attend Cerritos College
Class Schedules for surrounding community colleges:
Rio Hondo College Schedule
Cerritos College Schedule
East Los Angeles College Schedule
Mt. San Antonio College Schedule
Pasadena City College Schedule
*FEE WAIVERS for the CSU and UC are in the application. If you don't qualify for a fee waiver please come to the CCC to pick up a scholarship application to cover one application.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU)
To apply you need to sign in through your CCGI account. Click here to launch CCGI
CSU application: Click Here
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (UC)
- Application is now available
- Window to submit application: October 1st - November 30th
- Attend a virtual informational webinar. UC for You- Click Here to Register
To apply you need to sign in through your CCGI account. Click here to launch CCGI
UC Application: Click Here
Personal Insight Questions (PIQ) information
Click here to get more information on PIQ's
Click here for a Personal Insight Questions Guide
PRIVATE/INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS
Most private schools have later deadlines. Deadline dates can be found on each individual school's website. Click Here to use The Common Application. Click Here to use The Coalition for Access, Affordability and Success application.
SENIOR REMINDERS
COLLEGE GREENLIGHT
Applying to Out-of-State and Private schools through College Greenlight allows you to complete one (1) application to send to multiple colleges. As an added benefit, participating colleges have agreed to waive the application fee. Click Here to begin your application.
ATTENTION SENIORS!
Get help completing your FAFSA or Dream Act
Stop by G-1 for Assistance
Click Here to see CAL GRANT Information
Prepare for FAFSA by creating a FSA ID for yourself and your parent. Click Here to create a FSA ID
Click Here to apply for FAFSA - U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a Social Security number
Click Here to apply for CA Dream Act - Not a U.S. citizen, do not have a Social Security number
CSS FINANCIAL AID PROFILE - Required for Private Schools
Click Here to access Web Grants - Log in to your WebGrants 4 Students to understand your Cal Grant and other information.
Different loans that are offered:
Understanding and Comparing Loans
The following is a link to a site that will assist students and parents in understanding the different type of loans available. It will also allow you to compare loans to determine which is best for you. CLICK HERE
THE GATES SCHOLARSHIP
Application Deadline: September 15, 2023
To apply, students must be:
- A high school senior
- From at least one of the following ethnicities: African-American, American Indian/Alaska Native*, Asian & Pacific Islander American, and/or Hispanic American
- Pell-eligible
- A US citizen, national, or permanent resident
- In good academic standing with a minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent)
Additionally, a student must plan to enroll full-time, in a four-year degree program, at a US accredited, not-for-profit, private or public college or university.
56th Assembly District College & Career Fair
Application Deadline: September 20, 2023
Winners will receive $1,000 scholarships and must be present during the College & Career Fair Closing Ceremony on Oct. 14th, 2023
To apply, students must be:
- High school seniors who attend a school within the 56th District or live within the 56th District and are scheduled to graduate in Spring 2024
Sallie Mae "No Essay" Scholarship
Application Deadline: September 30th, 2023
The $2,000 Sallie Mae Scholarship is only open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and any US Territory age 17 or older at the time of entry, and who meet one (1) of the four (4) following eligibility requirements at the time of entry:
- A parent who currently has a child enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
- A student who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university located within the United States;
- A parent who currently has a child enrolled as a high school senior located within the United States;
- A student who is currently enrolled as a high school junior or senior who intends to enroll in an accredited college or university located with the United States, within a year of graduating high school
- CLICK HERE to apply
Heisman High School Scholarship
Application Deadline: October 15, 2023
- requires a weighted GPA of 3.0 or better
- participation in at least one sport
- demonstrated leadership at school and in the community
INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLY FOR A WORK PERMIT:
Students complete all information on the PERMIT TO EMPLOY AND WORK. Please ensure that all the required signatures are on the form. Completed forms may be accepted at the College and Career Center and also via e-mail. Forms and questions can be directed to Mayra Fajardo (mayrafajardo@erusd.org)
Once the form is completely filled please bring it to the College & Career Center
In order to be eligible for a work permit you must have a 2.0 GPA
We also process work permits for Non-ERHS students who live in Pico Rivera.
Students looking for Entertainment Permits must contact the Department of Industrial Relations-Division of Labor Standards at 562-590-5048.
Resume
Some employers may require you to submit a resume. There are several online templates available. Here is a website that gives you ideas on how to create your resume Click Here. Google Docs and Microsoft Word offers free templates as well. If you have never had a job or are having a difficult time finding a template, please come to the college career center or email ktedtaotao@erusd.org for assistance.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Emily Shane Foundation is looking for mentors/tutors
- You need to be a Junior/Senior
- 3.0 GPA or Higher
- Willing to volunteer a minimum of 1hr two times a week
Fill this application and email it to ellen@emilyshane.org
Application: Click Here
Tri-Cities ROP
Come and visit our ROP Advisors
Tri Cities ROP Advisor - Mayra Campos
Mondays - Fridays 7:30am - 4:00pm
ROP / Rio Hondo Counselor - Dorian Escamilla
Tuesdays - 7:30am - 4:00pm
For more information about ROP call the College and Career Center (562) 801-7540
or visit us in Room G-1
for additional information