A-G Requirements
The A–G Requirements represent California's official roadmap for college readiness. To qualify for UC and CSU admission, students must pass 15 specific college-prep courses with a grade of "C" or higher. This specific sequence of courses ensures students develop critical thinking, broad knowledge, and academic discipline across core academic and elective subjects.
What Are A-G Requirements?
The A-G Requirements are a sequence of high school courses that students must complete - with a grade of "C" or better - to be eligible for freshman admission to University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) campuses.
While a high school diploma requires a grade of "D" or better to earn credit, aiming for A-G completion ensures students keep all doors open after graduation—whether they plan to attend a four-year university, start at a community college, or pursue competitive career pathways.
The A-G Course Breakdown
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Subject
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Required Years / Credits
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Recommended
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A. History / Social Science
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2 Years (World History, US History, Gov/Econ)
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3 Years
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B. English
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4 Years (College-preparatory English)
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4 Years
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C. Mathematics
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3 Years (Math 1, Math 2, Math 3)
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4 Years
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D. Laboratory Science
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2 Years (Biological & Physical Sciences)
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3–4 Years
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E. Language Other Than English (LOTE)
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2 Years (Same foreign language)
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3 Years
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F. Visual & Performing Arts
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1 Year (Dance, Drama, Music, or Visual Art)
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1 Year
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G. College Preparatory Elective
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1 Year (Chosen from approved A-G coursework)
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1 Year
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Key Reminder for Students & Families:
- High School Graduation: Grade of "D" or better earns course credit.
- UC/CSU A-G Eligibility: Grade of "C" or better is required in all A-G courses.