Admission to
State Universities

Students seeking admission to Arizona State University (ASU), the University of Arizona (U of A), or Northern Arizona University (NAU) are required to present evidence of the following graduation criteria. Admission will be based on the grade-point average of the following 16-unit Board of Regents requirements, not the entire curriculum:

• English - 4 years/units (grammar, composition, literary analysis)
• Mathematics - 4 years/units (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, any advanced math course for which Algebra II is a prerequisite)
• Laboratory Science - 3 years/units (Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, Biology, Environmental Biology, - one year each in at least three of the four areas, or a laboratory-based integrated science)
• Social Studies - 2 years/units (at least one course in American history and one year of an additional social studies field)
• World Language - 2 years/units of the same foreign language; a third year is recommended
• Fine Arts - 1 year/unit in any combination of two semesters of fine arts courses (visual and performing arts)
• Plus additional courses needed for graduation

The ACT or SAT examination is required for admission to all the state universities. It is highly recommended that these exams be taken during the spring of the junior year.

Students are encouraged to check the specific post-secondary school web sites for the latest information.

Admission to
Community Colleges

Admission to a community college in Arizona may be granted to any person who meets at least one of the following criteria:

• Is a graduate of a high school which is accredited by a regional accrediting association as defined by the United States Office of Education or approved by a State Department of Education or other appropriate state educational agency.
• Has a high school certificate of equivalency.
• Is 18 years of age or older and demonstrates evidence of potential success in the community.
• Is a transfer student in good standing from another college or university.

Athletic Requirements
for NCAA Eligibility

All high school athletes who plan to enroll and compete as college freshmen in a Division I or II institution, must complete the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse Release Form at the end of the Junior year. Students should check with their guidance counselor for specific information. Students are encouraged to check the ncaaclearinghouse.net site. An official transcript and standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) must be sent to the clearing house.

Out-of-State Colleges
and Universities

Out-of-state schools may have additional entrance requirements that differ considerably. It is suggested that the student send for that school's catalog (if not available in the Guidance Office or Career Center ), or go to the specific college website to see specific requirements.