A-G Course Requirements To apply to Universities of California and California State Universities, students must complete the A-G course requirements below with at least ‘C’ grades, though higher grades are recommended, as well as meet other eligibility requirements. (A) Social Studies 20 credits World History 10 credits U.S. History or 10 credits U.S. History and Am. Gov’t (B) English 40 credits (C) Mathematics 30 credits Algebra 1 10 credits Geometry 10 credits Algebra 2 10 credits (D) Laboratory Science 20 credits CSU - Biological and Physical (E) Modern Language 20 credits 1st and 2nd year in same language (F) Visual/Performing Arts 10 credits Art, Drama, or Music Applied Arts 0 credits Physical Education 0 credits (G) Electives 10 credits Any college prep subject TOTAL 150 CREDITS
