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To assist California students with the difference in required courses for admission for California and Nevada, please use the below chart. Students will still need to meet the University's academic GPA requirement for regular admission.
| California | Nevada | |
|---|---|---|
| A History and Social Science | 2 years required | 3 years required |
| B English | 4 years required | 4 years required |
| C Mathematics | 3 years required 4 years recommended | 3 years required 4 years recommended |
| D Laboratory Science | 2 years required 3 years recommended | 3 years required |
| E Language Other than English | 2 years required | not required |
| F Visual and Performing Arts | 1 year required | not required |
| G College Preparatory Elective | 1 year required | not required |
Note: A student who completes an additional 'A' requirement to fulfill the 'G' requirement in addition to the recommended 'D' requirement will satisfy Nevada admission requirements.