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UC and CSU Entrance Requirements A-G

Students planning to apply to University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) schools must complete the A–G course requirements. These courses ensure students are academically prepared for college and meet minimum admission standards.

We encourage students to work closely with their counselor to plan a course schedule that meets A–G requirements and supports their college and career goals.

A–G Course Requirements Overview

To be eligible for admission to UC and CSU schools, students must complete the following A–G subject requirements:

UC & CSU Entrance Requirements (A–G)

A-G Requirements Subject CSU Requirement UC Requirement ECHS Courses
A
  • Social Science
  • U.S. History
  • U.S. Government
 2 years 2 years
  • American Government
  • AP American Government and Politics
  • Modern World History
  • AP World History
  • U.S. History
  • AP U.S. History
B English 4 years 4 years
  • English 1-3 College Prep
  • English 1-2 Honors
  • English 4
  • ELD 3
  • AP Language and Composition
  • AP Literature and Composition
C Math 3 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years (recommended)
  • Algebra 1
  • Geometry
  • Geometry Honors
  • Algebra 2
  • Algebra 2 Honor
  • Precalculu
  • Probability and Statistic
  • AP Calculus
D Science  2 years
  • 2 years
  • 3 years (recommended)
  • Biology
  • Biology ELL
  • AP Biology
  • Biotechnology 1-
  • Chemistry
  • Chemistry Honor
  • AP Chemistry
  • Marine Science
  • Physics
  • AP Physics
E Foreign Language 2 years
  • 2 years 
  • 3 years (recommended)
  • French 1-4
  • Spanish 1-3
  • AP Spanish
F Visual and
Performing Arts		 1 year 1 year
  • Chorus
  • Advanced Chorus
  • Art 1-4
  • Ceramics 1-3
  • Concert Band
  • Symphonic Band
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Dance 1-4
  • Advanced Dance
  • Drama 1- 4
  • Photography 1-2
  • Video Art
  • Advanced Video Art
G Electives 1 year 1 year
  • Earth Science
  • Economics
  • Economics Honors
  • AP Macroeconomics
  • Psychology
  • AVID 12
  • Additional foreign language, math, science, and social science courses over the minimum requirement.

All A–G courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Students should work with their counselor to ensure their course selections meet these requirements and align with their college goals.