Question 1

Is Averroes High School Accredited?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Averroes High School is fully accredited through WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and A-G approved, which means students are able to apply for colleges and universities.

Question 2

What is A-G?

Accepted Answer

The University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) require entering freshmen to complete certain courses in high school. These courses are called the “A-G” courses because of the letter each subject area is assigned: “A” is for History/Social Science, “B” is for English, and so on. To receive “A-G” credit, a high school course must be certified through the UC course approval process. Here is the list of “A-G”, with the number of years required in each subject. UC recommends additional years in some areas as indicated.

A. History/Social Science (2 year)
B. English (4 year)
C. Mathematics (3 years, UC recommends 4)
D. Laboratory Science (2 years, UC recommends 3)
E. Language Other than English (2 years, UC recommends 3)
F. Visual/Performing Arts (1 year)
G. College Preparatory Elective (1 year)

Question 3

Will You Be Accepting Grades 11-12?

Accepted Answer

We prefer that students apply in the freshmen year in order to maximize potential through experiencing the full 4-year program. However, applications for students to enroll in their junior or senior year are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Question 4

Will My Child Be Able to Go to a Four-year University After Graduation?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Students graduating from Averroes High School apply and attend four-year universities every year. Admission to university is at the discretion of the university and depends on many factors such as a student's grades, extracurricular activities (ie: work, volunteer, community service, sports, etc.), application essays, and standardized test (SAT/ACT) scores. We work closely with students in all three areas to help them match their interests with a program, university, work experience, or other path.

100% of Averroes graduates have attended college. Examples of four-year universities Averroes graduates have been accepted to include: UC Berkeley, Cornell, UC Davis, UCLA, Purdue, NYU, Santa Clara, SF State, SJ State, San Diego State, Missouri Science & Technology, Florida Memorial University, and Zaytuna College.

Question 5

Do You Offer AP Classes?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We currently offer AP Calculus (AB) and will be adding additional options in the future. Previously offered AP classes include . As part of our proven college-prep approach, all Averroes upperclassmen also take classes at local community colleges including Ohlone, Mission, DeAnza, and others. This approach allows Averroes students to graduate with 20-50 college credits accumulated, but also gives them first-hand experience navigating the expectations and demands of college while still having the close support and supervision of their Averroes teachers and advisors.

Question 6

What Is the Tuition of the School?

Accepted Answer

The tuition for the current school year is $13,750/yr with additional fees for registration and travel. Scholarships and financial aid are available under certain conditions. For further information, please visit our financial aid and scholarship section.

Question 7

Does AHS Provide a Strong STEM Curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We offer advanced classes in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology, with labs and AP options, and the full range of math classes from Algebra I through Calculus B and Statistics from Averroes teachers with advanced degrees and experience in their fields. We offer labs for all of our sciences, and we support students who are interested in pursuing advanced sciences and math at the college level. Averroes students use technology in the classroom daily, and they participate in the Tech Challenge, and the Google Science Fair. Averroes alumni offer internships and mentoring in Computer Science. Some Averroes students take college classes in programming and secure apprenticeships in tech.

Question 8

Who teaches at Averroes?

Accepted Answer

Averroes teachers have advanced degrees - 2 have PhDs in their field - and experience. The student-teacher ratio is 5:1, so each student receives individualized attention from each teacher. Our teachers develop their curriculum in-house, using the highest standards and latest research. Each course is rooted in an Islamic perspective. Success is defined not only by academic achievement, but by the sunnah and building a deeper connection to our deen.

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