The chart below gives you
a good overview on what courses you need to take in high
school to meet standard college entrance requirements.
Of course, every college has its own requirements—check
with the ones you’re interested in to see what they
recommend.
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English |
Four or more years (grammar, composition,
literature, etc.) |
|
Mathematics |
Four or more years (Algebra I and higher—does
not include general math, business math, or
consumer math) |
|
Natural Sciences |
Three or more years (Earth science, biology,
chemistry, physics, etc.) |
|
Social Sciences |
Three or more years (history, economics,
geography, civics, psychology, etc.) |
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Additional Courses |
Some colleges and universities require other
classes as prerequisites for admission, such as
two or more years of the same foreign language
or courses in the visual arts, music, theater,
drama, dance, computer science, etc.
For more information click
here. |
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