Subject

UC/CSU Years Recommended

GHS Requirements

Details

A

History/Social Science

2

3

Two years, including one year of world history, cultures, and historical geography and one year of U.S. history or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of civics or American government. 

B

English

4

4

Four years of college preparatory English that includes frequent and regular writing, and reading of classic and modern literature.

C

Mathematics

3 (4 rec)

3

Three years of college preparatory mathematics that includes the topics
covered in elementary and advanced algebra, and two- and three-dimensional geometry. 

D

Laboratory Science

2 (3 rec)

3

Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of these three disciplines: biology, chemistry, and physics.

E

Language Other Than English

2 (3 rec)

1 or Fine Arts

Two years of the same language other than English. 

F

Visual & Performing Arts

1

1 or For Lan

One year, including dance, drama/theater, music, or visual art.

G

College Preparatory Elective

1

-

One year (two semesters), chosen from additional “A-F” courses
beyond those used to satisfy the requirements above, or courses that
have been approved solely for use as “G” electives. 

-

Career Tech Ed

-

1

-

Physical Education

-

2

-

Electives

-

50 credits