Four-Year College Requirements
Many colleges and universities have course requirements beyond the minimums for
high school graduation. While college entrance requirements vary from one college to
another, a student preparing to enroll in a four-year institution after high school
should complete the following:
- English - 4 years
- Math - 3 years, preferably 4 (through at least Algebra 2)
- Science - minimum of 2 years (some schools require 3 years ; including at least 1 year of lab science. Chemistry is often specified.)
- Foreign Language - at least 2 years of same language
- Social Studies - 3 years
- Fine, Visual or Performing Arts or additional academic electives - 1 year
Refer to the handout, Freshman Admission to Public Baccalaureate Colleges and Universities in the State of Washington for more information. Copies can be obtained in the Counseling Center or downloaded from the link below.
It is highly recommended that students take challenging courses such as honors and
International Baccalaureate (IB) classes, additional electives from two or more of the
above core areas, (and that they complete a course in computers or keyboarding).
Students interested in a career involving math and/or science should plan to
complete four years of college preparatory math and science. Counselors can be of
assistance in planning a four-year program to meet the needs of individual students
and their college choices.
Tech Prep Program
Tech Prep is a program which links CHS courses in the Business, Family & Consumer
Science, Technology, Science Departments and New Market Vocational Skills Center
with programs at South Puget Sound Community College. It is designed to teach
students the skills required in a modern workplace. Students who do well may
receive college credit and advanced standing toward their associate degree at no cost
while still in high school. For more information contact teachers in the appropriate
department.
Running Start
Running Start is a program that allows eligible juniors and seniors to enroll in college
level classes at South Puget Sound Community College to receive both high school
and college credit. In order to qualify for the program students must comply with all
college requirements including placement testing and maintenance of acceptable
academic standing.
Resources to Download:
2006 Freshman Admission to Washington Public Baccalaureate Colleges and
Universities in the State of Washington (Document Contains Active Web links)
Freshman Admission to Independent Baccalaureate Colleges and Universities in the
State of Washington (Document Contains Active Web links)