California State University Admissions Requirements
You will qualify for regular admission as a first-time freshman if you:
- - Are a high school graduate.
- - Have a qualifying GPA. Calculate your GPA here.
- - Have completed with a grade of C- or better each of the sections on the list of A-G courses. Learn more about A-G Courses requirements.
Area Subject Years a. History and Social Science (including 1 year of U.S. history or 1 semester of U.S. history and 1 semester of civics or American government AND 1 year of social science) 2 b. English (4 years of college preparatory English composition and literature) 4 c. Math (4 years recommended) of college preparatory math including or integrating topics covered in algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. 3 d. Laboratory Science (2 years of college preparatory science required with laboratory [1 biological and 1 physical]. Integrated science and interdisciplinary courses can meet this requirement.) 2 e. Language Other Than English (2 years or through the second level of high school instruction in the same language; American Sign Language and classical languages such as Latin and Greek are acceptable – See below about a possible waiver of this requirement). 2 f. Visual and Performing Arts (1 year or 2 semester courses from the same discipline required including dance, music, theatre, visual arts or interdisciplinary arts.) 1 g. College Preparatory Elective (additional year chosen from the University of California "a-g" list) 1 Total Required Courses 15
General 4-year University Admissions Requirements (can vary by College & University)
- - Complete A-G requirements with a C grade or better
- - Get involved in your community through sports, clubs, work, and/or volunteering
2-year Community College
- - Graduate from high school
- - Discuss your path with your HS counselor and any support program advisors
- - Check out Degrees & Certificates @
Career & Technical Programs
- - Graduate from high school
- - Take classes at your high school that will help prepare you for your program
ex: take Auto Shop, Culinary Arts, or Wood Shop - - Discuss your path with your HS counselor and any support program advisors