College & Career Center
🎓 Welcome to the MMCHS College Center
Your Future Starts Here!
The College Center at Dr. George J. McKenna III Middle College High School (MMCHS) is dedicated to helping every student successfully prepare for life after high school.
Whether your goal is to attend a community college, California State University (CSU), University of California (UC), private university, trade school, military program, or begin a career, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Our mission is to ensure that every Cougar graduates with a clear post-secondary plan and the tools needed to achieve their goals.
🐾 Stay Connected
Students:
Be sure to check Schoology regularly for the latest information regarding:
📅 College Workshops
🎓 College Visits
💰 Scholarship Opportunities
📝 Financial Aid Events
🏫 College Application Support
📢 Important Deadlines
The College Center posts updates throughout the school year to help you stay on track for college success.
📋 College Applications
MMCHS CEEB Code: 051722
Use this code when completing college applications, scholarship applications, and standardized testing registrations.
🎓 California State University (CSU) Application
Apply to any of the 23 CSU campuses throughout California.
🐻 University of California (UC) Application
Apply to all nine undergraduate UC campuses through one application.
🌍 The Common Application
Used by hundreds of colleges and universities nationwide, including many private institutions.
🖤 The HBCU Common Application
Apply to multiple Historically Black Colleges and Universities through one application.
📈 Naviance
Research colleges, track applications, request letters of recommendation, and plan for your future.
🌎 Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Explore reduced out-of-state tuition opportunities at participating colleges and universities throughout the western United States.
💰 Financial Aid & College Affordability
Paying for college may be easier than you think! Explore the resources below to learn about grants, scholarships, fee waivers, and financial aid opportunities.
💵 FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for most federal and state financial aid programs.
🌟 California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
Available for eligible AB 540 and undocumented students seeking state financial aid.
🎓 Cal Grant
California's largest financial aid program for eligible college students.
📊 CSS Profile
Used by many private colleges and universities to determine eligibility for institutional financial aid.
🏦 College Cost Resources
Compare tuition, fees, housing costs, and financial aid opportunities at colleges across the country.
📚 College Planning Resources
🎯 College Board
Explore college planning tools, AP resources, SAT information, scholarships, and career exploration opportunities.
🏫 College Research
Learn about admissions requirements, majors, student life, graduation rates, and career outcomes before applying.
📝 Scholarship Opportunities
Check regularly for local, state, and national scholarship opportunities to help pay for college.
🚀 Services Available Through the College Center
Students and families can receive support with:
✅ College Applications
✅ Community College Enrollment
✅ UC & CSU Admissions
✅ Private College Admissions
✅ Scholarship Searches
✅ Financial Aid Applications
✅ FAFSA & Dream Act Completion
✅ Resume Development
✅ Career Exploration
✅ College Essay Support
✅ Dual Enrollment Guidance
✅ Associate Degree Planning
🏆 The MMCHS Advantage
Through our partnership with Los Angeles Southwest College, many MMCHS students earn college credits—and in some cases an Associate Degree—before graduating from high school.
Our goal is simple:
Every Student. Every Opportunity. Every Future.
We are committed to helping all Cougars achieve success in college, career, and life.
📍 Need Assistance?
Visit the College Center or speak with your counselor for support.
Together, we'll help you build a plan for your future and turn your goals into reality.
🎓 College Starts Here. Success Starts With You.
🐾 Dr. George J. McKenna III Middle College High School
Where High School Meets College Success