Senior Year Guide
Class of 2023
Review our Other Westview Newsletters
Counseling Newsletter
Scholarship Newsletter
Senior Workshop Schedule
A recording of the virtual presentations will be available after the live event.
Senior Year Timeline
Senior Workshop Presentations
All Senior Meeting
Developing & Refining your College Application List
Personal Insight Questions & Essays
Additional College Application Resources
Facts for your college applications
Westview's CEEB Code: 052986
Term you are applying for: Fall 2023Term Type: Semester
Class Size: 562
Class Rank: PUSD does NOT rank students
Graduation Date: June 9, 2023
COLLEGE VISITS
Updated availability of college visits listed on SCOIR and College Visit Calendar can be found HERE.
REQUESTING LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION FROM TEACHERS
Requesting Letters of Recommendation from a Counselor
Mrs. Berner
Mrs. Berner's letter of recommendation packet
Mrs. Ho
Mrs. Cudmore
Mrs. Chittuluru
Mrs. Arp
Mr. Briney
SCOIR: Our college & career platform
SCOIR How-To Videos
Adding College to "Applying" list in SCOIR
Updating Application Outcomes in SCOIR
Requesting a Letter of Recommendation in SCOIR
Financial Aid Information
CalSOAP Offers Free College Bound Webinars for Students and Families
Complete your FAFSA
Before each year of college, apply for federal grants, work-study, and loans with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. Your college uses your FAFSA data to determine your federal aid eligibility. Many states and colleges use FAFSA data to award their own aid. After submission, you’ll receive your Student Aid Report.
Review your Aid Offer
California Dream Act
For more information check out 10 things you need to know about the CA Dream Act Application.
College Application Comparison Chart
Applying to College
College Applications
California State University (CSU) Application - The California State University (CSU) application is for all 23 campuses within the CSU system. The CSU App simplifies the process of applying to CSU campuses. Once your application is received by Cal State Apply, your application and materials are transmitted to all the campuses you have indicated on your application.University of California (UC) Application - The University of California's application for undergraduate admissions and scholarships. All University of California campuses use the UC application.
Common Application - The Common Application is a streamlined college application system that allows you to apply to multiple schools at once. Over 1,000 colleges and universities use the Common Application including the majority of private schools and many public institutions. Note that many schools have a supplemental application found on the platform that students will need to complete.
Common Black College Application - The Common Black College App can be used for 65 member Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCU's). The cost is $20 and students can apply to as many of the schools as they would like, ranking their top four choices.
Coalition Application - The Coalition for Access, Affordability and Success is a relatively new application option for college admissions. The Coalition App can be used for 150+ college and universities.
California Community Colleges - The California Community Colleges site will connect you with community college applications throughout the state of California.
UCAS - UCAS, which stands for Universities and Colleges Admissions Service, is a UK-based organization that operates the application process for British universities.
NOTE: There are some colleges and universities that may require their own application for admission. Please check the college website for more information.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Still deciding where to apply?
Community College Resources
California Community Colleges
Palomar College
Miramar College
Mesa College
MiraCosta College
Grossmont College
San Diego City College
Find out if you qualify for the SD City College Promise Program
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) For Community College
Military Resources
Military Resource Guide
What to Expect on the ASVAB
United States Air Force
United States Army
United States Coast Guard
United States Marine Corps
United States Navy
United States Space Force
College Entrance Exam Information
Have you checked out the College Entrance Exam page on our Counseling website? Please click here to learn more about the SAT and ACT exams.
For the latest updates on ACT exam registration and information, please visit the ACT website.
Many colleges are reviewing their admissions policies in regards to college admissions exams due to COVID-19. Please check each college's website for the most-up-to-date information. For a list of colleges that are test optional, please click here.
How to Build Resilience for High School, College
Resilience, the ability to recover quickly from challenging situations, is a key to success in school and life.
How Students Can Build Resilience for High School, College | College Admissions Playbook | US News
Westview Counseling
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Website: https://www.powayusd.com/en-US/Schools/HS/WVHS/Counseling/Counseling-Home
Phone: (858) 780-2000