* Required for entrance into a 4-year University or College.

English: One of the four years may be an acceptable English elective.  Check with the universities/colleges you are interested in for specific requirements.  

Mathematics: The three years of study should cover at least the level of algebra, geometry, and second–year algebra. Pre-Calculus is highly recommended. Math, engineering, and science majors: Four years of math are strongly recommended.    

Science: Two years of science are required, including one full year biology, and either chemistry or physics – both years with a laboratory experience.    

Fine, Visual, or Performing Arts: Currently one year is required at most four-year universities, but the University of California system requires that the year of Arts – two semesters – be sequential. Sequential Arts mean a year of band or choir or theatre; or ceramics and advanced ceramics, piano and advanced piano, drama and stage or stage production, etc.

World Language: Two full years of study must be devoted to a single language. A world language course taken in the 8th grade may satisfy one year of the requirement if the second-year course is completed in high school.