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Students

Hello future Fresno State Bulldogs! Are you on track with your milestones? See a quick glimpse in the image below and/or click into each accordian to read the full milestone checklist items to keep on track.

 

bulldog bound journey from 9th grade to a Fresno State Freshmen

 

  • Students sign a guaranteed admissions agreement
  • Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
  • Fresno State provides the following:
    • Fresno State ID
    • Fresno State email address
    • Library access for students
    • Parents/guardians sign up to join the parent community
  • Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
  • Fresno State provides the following:
    • Campus tour
    • Career and academic major exploration
    • Summer experience
    • Parents/guardians are provided with financial literacy information
  • Students explore dual enrollment opportunities
  • Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
  • Fresno State provides the following:
    • Pre-admission qualification and pre-admission certificate
    • Summer experience
    • Cal State Apply workshops are available to parents/guardians 
  • Students enroll and succeed in college preparatory courses (A-G requirements)
  • Fresno State provides the following:
    • On-the-spot admission
    • Early financial aid estimates
    • Scholarship opportunities
    • Parents/guardians and students attend senior admissions reception

A-G Subject Requirements

The CSU requires a minimum 15-unit pattern of courses for admission as a first-time freshman. Each unit is equal to a year of study in a subject area. A grade of C or better is required for each course you use to meet any subject requirement.

A-G Requirements
Area Subject Years
Total Required Courses 15
A History and Social Science (including 1 year of U.S. history or 1 semester of U.S. history and 1 semester of civics or American government AND 1 year of social science) 2
B English (4 years of college preparatory English composition and literature)  4
C Math (4 years recommended) including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, or higher mathematics (take one each year) 3
D Laboratory Science (including 1 biological science and 1 physical science) 2
E Language Other than English (2 years of the same language; American Sign Language is applicable) 2
F Visual and Performing Arts (dance, drama or theater, music, or visual art) 1
G College Preparatory Elective (additional year chosen from the University of California "a-g" list) 1

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