Lassen Fun
What are Lassen College's colors?
Black and Orange
How many college units are equivalent to high school credit?
3 units is equivalent to one year of high school credit
What is our most popular program on campus?
Gunsmithing
A night that you complete your financial aid application (spring prior to admission)
What is the first step in registration?
Who is Lassen's mascot?
Cody the Cougar
Can local high school students earn college credit from taking a high school class?
Yes, it is called 2+2 credit.
Loyalton students can earn credit in AGR 8 by completing Ag Science I and II with a B or higher
What kind of health care programs does Lassen College offer?
Medical Assisting
Phlebotomy
LVN
Do you have scholarships?
The Foundation Scholarship is only offered to high school students in our local area. It is due in Spring (usually April) and pays out $1400 for 2 semesters ($700 each semester). You must have a 2.0, or 2.5 once enrolled at LCC, and enroll in 15 units
(15units X$46/unit= $690) Pays for your classes
How is course placement determined?
Assessment is still available for Spring 2019 and starting F19 we will be using multiple measures
What sports does Lassen College have?
Mens/Womens Soccer, Wrestling, Womens Volleyball, Mens/Womens Rodeo, Softball, Baseball
How much does a class cost?
While you are in high school the cost of the course is free, a cost savings of $161. There is only $6.50 charge for health/asb fee and the cost of the textbook
Once you graduate it is $46 per unit if you do not get financial aid or a scholarship
AG 31, Bovine Emrbyo Transfer
What kind of tutoring do you offer at Lassen College?
Individual tutoring, study groups, math lab, writing lab, and online tutoring
How do I know what classes to take?
Talk to your high school and college counselor to determine the best course for you
Staff versus students game in the spring is playing what sport?
softball
What is the difference between a degree or certificate?
Certificate requires fewer units and no general education
A degree requires a completion of 60 units including general education
What is the difference between a terminal degree and a transfer degree?
Terminal degree would be in a field that prepares you to go out and work (i.e. Auto, Welding, nursing, Office Admin Tech, Gunsmithing, etc.)
Transfer degrees prepare you to transfer to a university (i.e. psychology, sociology, business, English, history, geology, art, etc.)
If I am struggling emotionally does Lassen offer any support?
We have offered wellness groups and short term sessions with a therapist
Who is responsible for your grades, transcripts, financial aid records, etc.?
You are unless a Release of Information is signed
Week of Welcome (WOW) has included what kind of activities for Lassen College students?
swimming, oxygen bar, ice cream sundae bar/root beer floats, wellness day on the quad, the power of chemistry and so much more!
Where can my credits transfer to?
California State University, University of California, out of state (including UNR), please confirm with your counselor
What is an AD-T degree?
A Degree with a Guarantee
CSU guarantee is that you are given priority into a CSU (not necessarily of your choice), and only 60 units to finish your Bachelors degree (if in the same discipline)
UC's, AICCU (Association of Independent CA Colleges and Univ), Governor's State University are jumping on board as well
Who do you contact if you need assistance with selecting classes?
Your counselor
Can a poor grade that I took in high school from a community college affect me later?
Yes, so please be prepared to work hard because poor grades can affect financial aid, transfer, and academic standing