During your freshman year, start taking A-G classes, set up your College Planner and practice good study skills.
- Take the “a-g” courses listed below to meet the CSU’s admission requirements: college prep English, Algebra I or Geometry, and a foreign language.
- Aim for As and Bs in all your classes; focus on homework and develop good study skills.
- Begin or update your
Academic Planner on California Colleges.
- Take elective courses that meet the CSU’s admissions standards:
- History
- English
- Math
- Science
- Visual And Performing Arts
- Join clubs, play sports and volunteer. This is a good way to develop and expand your interests.
- Explore different career options.