Are there any great colleges/universities left (preferably not too far from California) I can still apply to? After a complete bombshell I am in a desperate last minute attempt to explore my options before officially declaring for CC. Thank you
Try this link: http://www.collegesimply.com/guides/application-deadlines/
Also, even after May 1, some good schools still need applicants. There will be a list released.
For near CA, consider WUE schools for reduced out of state tuition. Most have rolling admissions. Washington State, ASU, U Wyoming, U New Mexico are among your choices: http://wue.wiche.edu/search1.jsp
What major are you considering and what is your budget? Do you prefer large or small schools?
Do consider though, that they might not have merit left. As you appear to be a strong student you would have got merit earlier in the year, a gap year might be a consideration. Even WUE schools might be cheaper as a merit recipient than WUE tuition. Budget is your primary guide, I suspect.
After May 1 the NACAC will release a list of schools that are still looking to fill spaces, and on that list they will also say if housing and/or merit aid is still available. You can also search through common app to see what applications are still open using the calendar feature in the search.