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a-g course requirements

University of California approved course entrance requirements.

“a” History/Social Science: Two years, including one year of world history, cultures and historical geography and one year of U.S. history, or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of American government or civics.

“b” English: Four years of college preparatory English that integrates reading of classic and modern literature, frequent and regular writing, and practice listening and speaking.

“c” Mathematics: Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include or integrate the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry.

“d” Laboratory Science: Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of the three disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics.

“e” Language Other Than English: Two years of the same language other than English or equivalent to the second-level of high school instruction.

“f” Visual & Performing Arts: One year chosen from dance, drama/theater, music or visual art.

“g” College Preparatory Elective: One year chosen from the “a-f” courses beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above, or courses that have been approved solely in the elective area.

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