A through G Requirements Presentation

Introduction

• Presenter: Miss Vasquez
• Purpose: Explain A through G requirements for UC and CSU admissions.

What are A through G Requirements?

• List of high school courses required for college eligibility.
• Must be completed with a grade of C or better.
• Applies to University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) campuses.
• Private schools may have similar requirements.

Importance of A through G Requirements

• Needed for college admissions.
• Part of the broader college application process.
  • Additional classes may be needed for specific majors.
  • SAT/ACT scores and extracurricular activities may also be required.

A through G Course Requirements

• A: History/Social Sciences
  • 2 years required
  • Courses: 1 year world history, 1 year U.S. history
• B: English
  • 4 years required
  • ESL students can include 1 year of ESL English
• C: Mathematics
  • 3 years required, 4 years recommended
  • Important for STEM majors
  • Must complete Algebra and Geometry for high school graduation
• D: Science
  • 2 years required, 3 years recommended
  • CSU requires 1 biological and 1 physical science course
• E: Language Other Than English
  • 2 years required, 3 for competitive application
  • Requirement based on level; testing can fulfill requirement
• F: Visual and Performing Arts
  • 1 year required
  • Options include art, drama, choir, band, dance
• G: College Preparatory Elective
  • 1 additional year from A-F categories
  • Can be an AP course, additional science, math, language, or art course

UC Doorways

• Tool to track A through G progress and courses
• Accessible online to view course lists
• Steps to use:
  1. Access UC Doorways website.
  2. Search for your high school.
  3. View the course list by subject or by entering course name.
  4. Ensure course year matches transcript.

Conclusion

• A through G requirements are crucial for college applications.
• Plan courses from freshman to senior year.
• Aim for grades of C or above in A through G courses.
• Consult high school counselor for planning and questions.

Encouragement

• Good luck with your academic planning and college applications! You can do it!