Specifics about entrance to four year colleges and universities.

English: One of the four years may be an acceptable English elective, such as drama as literature (but not acting), public speaking, speech / debate, English as a Second Language, or journalistic writing (but not yearbook or newspaper production).

Mathematics: The three years of study should cover at least the level of algebra, geometry, and second–year algebra. At FHS, this means completion of Integrated I, Integrated II, and Integrated III. 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.