Plan Ahead
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It’s never too early to start planning for a successful future! Start preparing with a year-by-year roadmap to help you ensure you’re on the right path for university.
Download the Planning Ahead Checklist PDFPlanning for A-G Requirements
To be eligible for admission to the University of California, you must complete UC College preparatory courses (A-G courses) in the subjects below and earn a "C" grade or better. Complete at least 11 of the 15 courses before your senior year of high school. If you’re attending high school in California, courses must be on your high school's UC-approved course list.
| "a-g" Courses | Years |
|---|---|
| a. History/social science | 2 |
| b. English | 4 |
| c. Mathematics | 3 (4 recommended) |
| d. Laboratory science | 2 (3 recommended) |
| e. Language other than English (or other second language) |
2 (3 recommended) |
| f. Visual and performing arts | 1 |
| g. College preparatory elective | 1 |
Personal Insight Questions
When submitting your University of California application, the Personal Insight Questions allow you to tell us more about who you are. Learn more about what UC looks for in your Personal Insight Questions and check out the helpful PDFs below for tips.