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California State
University (CSU) |
University of
California (UC) |
Private Colleges
& Universities |
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High School Academics
(minimum requirements, but students are strongly encouraged to take as many classes in each subject area as possible) |
· "a - g" subjects
(a) History (2 yrs)
(b) English (4 yrs)
(c) Math (3 yrs - up to Alg2)
(d) Science (2 yrs)
(e) Foreign Lang (2 yrs)
(f) Art (1 yr)
(g) Elective (1 yr)
· 2.0 GPA (10 & 11 gr.)
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· "a - g" subjects
(a) History (2 yrs)
(b) English (4 yrs)
(c) Math (3 yrs - up to Alg2)
(d) Science (2 yrs)
(e) Foreign Lang (2 yrs)
(f) Art (1 yr)
(g) Elective (1 yr)
· 3.0 GPA (10 & 11 gr.)
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· College Prep Classes
History (2-3 yrs)
English (4 yrs)
Math (4 yrs)
Science (3-4 yrs)
Foreign Language (3-4 yrs)
· Grades from 9th thru 12th grades are considered, but there is no minimum GPA requirement
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Standardized Tests
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· SAT Reasoning Test
· SAT Subject Tests are not required and will not be considered
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· SAT Reasoning Test or ACT plus writing
· SAT Subject Tests are not required, but will be considered
· AP/IB Tests are not required, but will be considered
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· SAT Reasoning Test or ACT
· SAT Subject Tests
(at least 2 tests)
· AP/IB Tests are not required, but will be considered |
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Extracurricular Activities
(leadership, special talents &
achievements)
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· Not important |
· Important |
· Very important |
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Personal Statement
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· Not considered |
· 2 essays (1,000 words total):
(a) How has "your world" shaped your dreams and
aspirations?
(b) Essay about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or important experience |
· Essay about you (your values, personality, perspective, experience, accomplishment, etc.)
(typically 250-500 words)
· Essay about meaning extracurricular activity
· Essay about your intended major/career
(typically 150-250 words)
· "Why us?" response for each college
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Letters of Recommendation |
· Not considered |
· Not considered |
· 2 high school teachers
(1 from English/History/Foreign Language teacher and 1 from Math/Science teacher)
· 1 guidance counselor
· Additional letter only if new info is provided
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Application
Deadline
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· 11/30
(Students are strongly encouraged to apply ASAP) |
· 11/ 30
(Application period opens 10/1) |
· Early Action/Decision: 11/1 or 11/15
· Regular Decision: 1/1 |