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	E-mail this page Print this page en español		High School Subject Requirements The CSU requires a 15-unit pattern of courses for admission as a 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 requirements. It is important to prepare for these courses while in middle school. You can even start taking some of these courses in middle school. If at all possible, you should take Algebra I in the 8th grade. In some cases, you can begin studying a language other than English in the 8th grade as well. Area Subject Years a. U.S. History and Social Science 2 b. English 4 c. Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, and Intermediate Algebra) 3 d. Science with Laboratory (1 year biological and 1 year physical) 2 e. Language Other than English (the same language) 2 f. Visual and Performing Arts (Art, Dance, Theatre/Drama, or Music) 1 g. An additional year chosen from the a-g list 1 Total Required Subject Units 15		Admission Requirements - It's Time to Start   Your College   Planning - Grades & Admission   Tests - Required Subjects - HS Graduation   Requirement Finances (Financial Aid - Cost) Planning Tools - Get An Early Start Suggested courses and activities by grade: - 6th Grade - 7th Grade - 8th Grade - Explore Colleges

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