Embedded Files
The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) are the public university systems in the state of California.
The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) are the public university systems in the state of California.
To be admitted to a CSU or UC, you must complete California's minimum high school graduation requirements and the A-G requirements (a sequence of courses) while in high school.
To be admitted to a CSU or UC, you must complete California's minimum high school graduation requirements and the A-G requirements (a sequence of courses) while in high school.
A-G Requirements
A-G Requirements
A-G requirements are a sequence of courses taken in High School to meet the minimum admission requirements for UC's and CSU's.
Academic requirements for both systems are:
4 years of English
3 years of Mathematics (4 recommended)
2 years of History
2 years of Science (3 recommended)
2 years of a foreign language (3 recommended)
1 year of Visual & Performing Art
1 year of college prep electives
Required A-G courses must be completed with a grade of C or better. Courses with D/F grades may be repeated.
A-G requirements are similar to the minimum admission requirements for private and out-of-state colleges.
What is the difference between UC's and CSU's?
What is the difference between UC's and CSU's?
CSU is known for basing their courses and degree programs on practical applications and non-research-oriented careers. The CSU system awards mostly bachelor’s degrees, and does not offer as many advanced-level degrees as UC.
The UC system offers more research and theory-based teaching. Many of the professors engage in research, providing students with the opportunity to learn in a research setting. In addition to bachelor’s and master’s degrees, UC also awards numerous professional and doctorate degrees.
APPLICATION TIP: Enter your classes as SEMESTER (not trimester) on the UC and CSU applications so that your A-G courses calculate correctly.
Page updated
Report abuse