High school graduation requirements and college entrance requirements are not the same. Course selection should be based on academic, career, and personal interests. Student interests and goals should guide the path through high school. College admission requirements will vary from school to school. It is recommended that students check admission requirements before applying to their college of choice. Students can always reach out to their high school counselor if they have questions about graduation requirements or the college admission process.

A-G Graduation Requirements:

Students who plan to apply to a 4-year college, or plan to continue their education right after high school graduation should plan to meet A-G requirements. These requirements are mandatory for students who apply to the CSU or UC systems and recommended for students who plan to apply to private and out-of-state colleges and universities. The minimum A-G requirements are summarized below: