Keep this chart handy as a check list of courses to be taken during high school. Ask your children's teachers and counselors to help guide and prepare them for college. They are eager to help you. We have also included some tips on helping your children do well in school. It is important for both parents and students to understand that successful students do homework and read a great deal for both school and their personal interests and pleasure.
Many families are concerned about college costs.
However, this should not discourage you from preparing academically and financially for college. All colleges, both public and private are committed to making college affordable to academically qualified students. The UCSD Office of Admissions and Relations with Schools staff will be most happy to answer your questions about preparing for admission to UCSD and the University of California. Information on financial aid is also available. Your children deserve the very best education.