AdmissionFreshman YearReview A-G progress

Review A-G progress

Review progress toward A-G requirements with counselor if concerned

Freshman Year
April
Academic
Medium Priority

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

End of freshman year is a perfect time to assess your A-G progress and plan ahead.

A-G Progress Check

What You Might Have Completed

By end of freshman year:

  • 1 year of English (Category B)
  • 1 year of Math (Category C)
  • 1 year of Foreign Language (Category E)
  • Possibly 1 year of Science (Category D)

Create Your Tracker

| Category | Required | Completed | Remaining | |----------|----------|-----------|-----------| | A - History | 2 | | | | B - English | 4 | | | | C - Math | 3-4 | | | | D - Science | 2-3 | | | | E - Language | 2-3 | | | | F - VPA | 1 | | | | G - Elective | 1 | | |

Checking Your Work

Step 1: Get Your Transcript

Review what you've completed this year.

Step 2: Verify A-G Status

Check each course on UC A-G Course List.

Step 3: Map the Future

Plan courses for remaining years to complete all requirements.

Red Flags to Address

Watch For

  • Any D or F grades (must retake)
  • Courses that aren't A-G approved
  • Categories with no progress
  • Getting behind on sequence courses (math, language)

Planning Ahead

Consider:

  • Will you complete more than minimum requirements?
  • Which recommended courses will you take?
  • Do you need summer school for anything?

Questions for Your Counselor

  • "Am I on track for A-G?"
  • "Are there any concerns?"
  • "What should I focus on?"

Helpful Resources

  • UC A-G Course List

Task Details

Assigned to: Student
Best time: April
Week: 2

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