A-G Requirements

📚 What Are A–G Courses?

A–G courses are a series of high school classes that students must successfully complete to be eligible for admission to the California State University (CSU) and University of California (UC) systems.

The goal of the A–G curriculum is to ensure students build a strong foundation in core subjects that prepares them for college and beyond. OP is proud to offer A–G–approved courses to all students and requires a grade of C or better in all A–G coursework.

✅ Why A–G Matters

Understanding and completing A–G eligibility requirements is an essential step in successful college planning. CSU and UC schools require students to complete the following courses with a C or better:

• A: History/Social Science – 2 years

• B: English – 4 years

• C: Mathematics – 3 years (UC recommends 4 years)

• D: Laboratory Science – 2 years (UC recommends 3 years)

• E: Language Other Than English – 2 years (UC recommends 3 years)

• F: Visual & Performing Arts – 1 year

• G: College Preparatory Elective – 1 year

🎓 UC Statewide & Local Guarantee (California Residents)

If you’re a California resident graduating from a California high school, you may be guaranteed admission to a UC campus (if space is available) as long as you:

• Rank in the top 9% of your graduating class at a participating high school (known as Eligible in the Local Context – ELC).

🔗 Learn more about the UC Local Guarantee (ELC): UC Admissions – Local Guarantee

📂 Supporting Documents

Use the resources below to help you understand and track your A–G progress:

• A–G Course List for Our School (UC Doorways)

• CSU A–G Requirements Guide

• UC Freshman Admission Requirements

• UC Quick Reference Guide to Admissions (2025)