Unlocking the Mysteries of
Community College

Knowing the Keys That Open Your Future

What is A Community College?

●A public, two year public college that offers:

Two year college degrees (Associate Degree)

Transfer to other colleges and universities

Vocational Programs

Nursing, construction, automobile, agriculture

Short-term education that leads to employment

Where Are We?

●Clovis Community College

●Fresno City College

●Reedley College

●Madera Community College Center

●Oakhurst Community College Center

●Career and Technology Center

How Do I Get In? Need to be a high school graduate

OR

18 years of age or older

● Online application for admission

● Apply for financial aid

● Placement test-Not a pass or fail test

● College online orientation

● Meet with a counselor

● Register for classes

Associate Degrees

●Two year degree

●Two parts

oGeneral Education

oMajor/Area of Study

●What can I do with it?

oTransfer to another college or university oStart working (depends on your major)

Transfer Program

●Continue my education at a college or university

●Transfer to:

oPrivate colleges or universities

oUniversity of California

oCalifornia State University

●60 transferable units (20 classes)

Vocational Programs

●Short-term training that is 1 ½ years or less

●No general education involved

●Examples

oMedical-Nursing and Radiologic Technology oAutomotive Technology (engine and body) oCulinary
oPolice and Fire Academy oAgriculture and Forestry oConstruction oCriminology

Classes to Take at Community College

●General Education

●Major preparation classes

●Counselors assist with planning what classes to

take (and in what order) based upon:

●Intended major

●Educational goals and/or

●Career goals.

Campus Life

●Live in the dorms

●Clubs

●Student government

●Athletics

●Campus activities

●Guest speakers

College Resources

• Financial Aid

• Career Center and Guidance

• STEM Program (Science,

• Child Care

• Tutorial Center

• Library

Technology, Engineering, Math)

• Extended Opportunities Program	• Campus Tours

and Services (EOP&S)

• Tutorial Centers

• CalWorks

• Student Supportive Services

• Veteran Services

How Much?

●$46 unit/average class is 3 units=$138

●Books and supplies=$600 (12 units/4 classes)

●Financial aid to help pay for college

●Scholarships and grants to cover expenses

●Local scholarships at the high schools and

community

Financial Aid ●Free Application for Federal Student Aid

• Board of Governors Fee Waiver

 Classes are free

• Pell Grant (Federal $)

• Cal Grant ( State $)

• High school scholarships

• Local, state, and national scholarships

Here is What I Could Get 2018-2019 Academic Year
Pell Grant (Federal)	$6,095

Cal Grant	$1,672

Federal Supplemental

Educational Opportunity	$600 Grant

California College Promise Grant

Waives $46/per unit

Grand Total One Year	$8,367

Helpful Tips

●Do not give up

●Have a work ethic and study

●Ask questions and get help

●Be organized

●Use a calendar and balance your time

●Schedule personal planning sessions

●Take care of your health

Contact Information

●Fresno City College- (559) 442-8225

●Reedley College- (559) 638-0311

●Clovis College Center- (559) 325-5200

●Madera Center- (559) 675-4800

●Oakhurst Center- (559) 683-3940

My Contact Information

David-Anthony Navarro Clovis Community College 10309 North Willow Avenue Fresno, CA 93730 Office: 559-325-5267
Email: david.Navarro@cloviscollege.edu