- A student who intends to enroll in a four-year college after graduation should plan his/her high school academic program carefully.
- Course rigor, grade point average, class rank, counselor/teacher recommendations, college entrance examination scores and extra-curricular activities are among the factors colleges consider in selecting candidates.
- Colleges vary in their requirements; the more competitive colleges require a rigorous four-year academic program including AP/ECE and Honors courses. Students and parents should consult with the school counselor regarding specific college requirements.
Below is a basic outline for planning a college preparation program:
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English
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4 Credits
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Minimum of four credits, including literature and writing courses
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Mathematics
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4 Credits
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Minimum of Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2; Precalculus or higher preferred
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Science
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3-4 credits
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Following NGSS Pathways
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Social Studies
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3-4 credits
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Minimum of Modern World History, United States History, Civics in Action, Foundations of Government, and Social Studies electives.
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World Language
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2-4 credits
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Minimum of two or three consecutive years of the same language taken at high school. (e.g. French 1, French 2, French 3)
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