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Applying to Public Universities

Universities have varying deadlines. It is important to check each school you are interested in to make sure you meet them. You can use www.collegeboard.org to find your schools application procedures.
  
UC application
 
University of California Campuses:
 
* Requires the completion of the A-G Classes
* Calculates your GPA based on grades only in your A-G classes
* Requires SAT/ACT scores (COVID update - SAT / ACT waived for Fall, 2021)
* Requires essays with application. Use the following link to view the essay prompts: University of California Personal Insight essay prompts
 
Click this link to apply to any UC campus: University of California Application
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CSU
 
CSU map
 
California State University Campuses:
 
* Requires the completion of the A-G Classes
* Calculates your GPA based on your 10th and 11th grade classes
* Requires SAT/ACT scores (COVID update - SAT / ACT waived for Fall, 2021)
* Does NOT require an essay. Uses a calculation to determine if you are eligible based on your GPA and test scores 
 
Click this link to apply to any CSU campus: California State University Application
 
CSUs
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Other Public Universities (Out of State)
 
You will want to check each school individually to see admission requirements, procedures and deadlines.