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California State University High School Subject Requirements
The CSU requires a 15-unit pattern of courses for admission as a first-time freshman. Each unit is equal to a year of study in a subject area. A grade of C or higher is required for each course you use to meet the subject requirement
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 is recommended) including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or higher mathematics (take one each year)
3
d.
Laboratory Science (including 1 biological science and 1 physical science)
2
e.
Language - other than English (2 years of the same language; American Sign Language is applicable)
2
f.
Visual and Performing Arts (dance, drama or theater, music, or visual art)
1
g.
College Preparatory Elective (One more year of any college preparatory subject)
1
Total Required Subject
15
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