First-time freshmen under age 21 who enroll in a four-year degree program at a Kentucky public university must complete these courses:
English/language arts4 credits required from English I, English II, English III, English IV (or AP English)
Mathematics3 credits required: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry
Science3 credits required: credits to include life science, physical science, and earth/space science (at least one lab course)
Social studies3 credits required from U.S. History, Economics, Government, World Geography and World Civilization
Health &physical education½ credit required in each
History & appreciation of visual, performing arts1 credit required: history and appreciation of visual and performing arts or another arts course that incorporates such content
Foreign language2 credits required, or demonstrated competency
Electives 5 credits required (3 rigorous) Recommended strongly: 1 or more courses that develop computer literacy
SubstitutionsA student may substitute an integrated, applied, interdisciplinary, or higher level course within a program of study if the substituted course offers the same or greater academic rigor and the course covers or exceeds the minimum required content.
TOTAL CREDITS: 22 (17 required credits; 5 elective credits)
Completing the PCC will enable students to compete for Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarships (KEES).
