San Francisco's Academy of Art University is an esteemed school that anyone with a high school diploma or GED can get into. The school is hailed as one of the best arts schools in the country and has the largest enrollment (roughly 9,000) of any private art school in the country. Many famous artists and designers have attended Academy of Art, and graduates enjoy a plethora of job opportunities and collaborations. The university offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degrees.
Address: Academy of Art University
79 New Montgomery Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
800-544-2787
academyart.edu
Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California, is one of the least selective colleges in the state. The school is for students with a strong Christian faith and a dedication to spreading their faith once they graduate. The minimum GPA for entrance for high school students is 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale) and 2.2 for college transfer students. The minimum SAT score for high school students entering college is 910, and the minimum ACT score is 19. Students do not need proof of extracurricular school activities. They are evaluated on an individual basis based on their commitment to faith and their involvement in church or church community activities.
Azusa Pacific University
901 E. Alosta Ave., PO Box 7000
Azusa, CA 91702
626-969-3434
apu.edu
The California State University at Chico is one of the easiest state schools to get into. To qualify for admissions, students must have at least a "C" average on their high school coursework, or at least a 2.0 to 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Students must have a minimum SAT score of 900 or a minimum ACT score of 19.
California State University, Chico
400 West First Street
Chico, CA 95929
530-898-4636
csuchico.edu
Biola University in La Mirada, California, is another Christian college that is very easy to get into. First-time college students as well as transfer students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, an SAT score of at least 920 or an ACT score of at least 19. The school has no class requirements, so you can take whatever level of classes you wish during high school. Additionally, students must be evangelical Christians to attend the school.
Biola University
13800 Biola Ave
La Mirada, CA 90639
800-OK-BIOLA
biola.edu
California State University, East Bay is another state school that is easy to get into. Incoming freshman and college transfer students must have a "C" average, or a 2.0 to 2.5 cumulative GPA to apply. SAT and ACT scores are less important and a high score is not necessarily required. Students are rated based on an "eligibility index," or the added sum of their GPA and test scores.
California State University, East Bay
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard
Hayward, CA 94542
510-885-3000
csueastbay.edu