A-G Requirements

A–G College Entrance Requirements

The A–G requirements are a set of high school courses that students must complete to be eligible for admission to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems. These courses are designed to prepare students for college-level academic work.

California State University Admission Information

What Are the A–G Requirements?

Students must complete 15 year-long courses (with grades of C or better) across seven subject areas:

A–G Subject Areas

A. History / Social Science (2 years)

World History
AP U.S. History or U.S. History and Government

B. English (4 years)

English 9
Honors English 10 or English 10
AP English Language or English 11
AP English Literature or English 12

C. Mathematics (3 years required, 4 recommended)

Integrated Mathematics I
Integrated Mathematics II
Integrated Mathematics III
Pre-Calculus
Statistics

D. Laboratory Science (2 years required, 3 recommended)

Biology & Sustainable Ag
Chemistry or Agriculture Chemistry
Honors Research Technology and Biology
Veterinary Science (Dual Enrollment-WCC)

E. Language Other Than English (2 years required, 3 recommended)

Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish III
AP Spanish Language and Culture

F. Visual & Performing Arts (1 year)

Floral Design
Advanced Floral Design
Guitar
Art I
Art II
Yearbook
CTE Digital Media
CTE Digital Media Integration
CTE Digital Media Entrepreneur

G. College-Preparatory Elective (1 year)

Important Notes

Courses must be UC-approved A–G courses.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course.
Some courses may meet more than one requirement, but they can only be counted in one category.
Taking more than the minimum requirements is strongly encouraged for competitive colleges.

Why A–G Requirements Matter

Completing A–G courses:

Keeps students eligible for UC and CSU admissions
Builds strong academic foundations for college success
Is often required by private and out-of-state universities as well

How to Check A–G Course Approval

Students and families can view approved A–G courses at:
https://hs-articulation.ucop.edu

Need Help?

Students should work closely with Mrs. Mendoza to:

Plan a four-year schedule
Monitor A–G progress
Explore college and career options

ESPARTO HIGH SCHOOL 2022-2023 APPROVED COURSE LIST

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA & CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY: The following courses meet the requirements for admission to the University of California (a-g) and the California State University. Courses that are marked with a diamond (♦) cannot be used as an elective.

Private universities

Hundreds of private colleges and universities to choose from throughout the U.S.
Competitive GPA advised
May require SAT Reasoning and Act with Writing
Some private institutions, such as Ivy League Schools, Stanford, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and California Institute of Technology are very selective.
Application deadlines vary, check with university for application deadlines.

community college

Convenient- Close to home
Technical training
Chance to build academic record
Transfer agreements with UC's and CSU's
AA degree or Certificate of Completion
Admission requirements: high school diploma or age 18
No admission testing required
California Community Colleges: https://home.cccapply.org/en/
May qualify for no tuition for 2 years- Promise Grant

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