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A - G Requirements

To be considered for admission to a University of California or California State University, high school students must take a minimum of 15 UC approved college preparatory classes. Students must earn a minimum of a “C” grade in the  A-G  courses in order for the course to count towards meeting the requirement. Students do not have to complete the A-G requirements to graduate from high school. 

  • History / Social Science (2 years) "A"
    Two years of history/social science, including one year of world history, cultures and geography; and one year of US history, or one-half year of US history AND one-half year of American government.

  • English (4 years) "B"
    Four years of college-preparatory English.
  • Math (3 years required; 4 years recommended) "C"
    Three years of college preparatory mathematics; the minimum pattern is Integrated Math 1, Integrated Math II and Integrated Math III.
  • Laboratory Science (2 years required; 3 years recommended) "D"
    Two years of laboratory science in at least two of these three subjects: biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • Language Other than English (2 years required; 3 years recommended) "E"
    Two years of the same language other than English.
  • Visual and Performing Arts (1 year) "F"
    A single yearlong visual or performing arts class such as dance, drama, music, or visual art (drawing, painting, etc.).
  • College Preparatory Elective (1 year) "G"
    One year chosen from additional "A-F" courses beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above, or courses that have been approved elective classes.