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How Important Are Grades?

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Grades are very important. Earn good grades (As and Bs) each year. Study, do homework assignments, read, and practice writing.

  • If your GPA in college preparatory courses taken in 10th through 12th grades is 3.0 or above, you automatically meet the minimum eligibility requirements for the CSU.
  • If your GPA is between 2.0 and 3.0, your eligibility also depends on your SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) or ACT (American College Testing) results. More information at CSUMentor »

Note: Some CSU campuses require higher GPAs and test scores for admission because the number of eligible applicants is greater than the campus can enroll. More information at CSUMentor »

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