UC Scout Course Catalog
2024 - 2025
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A History/Social Science B English C Mathematics D Science E Languages other than English F Visual and Performing Arts G College Preparatory Electives
About UC Scout
UC Scout is a University of California Student Academic Preparation and Educational Partnerships (SAPEP) program offering over 65 A-G, including over 25 Advanced Placement® (AP®), online courses and curricula.
UC Scout is accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).
Mission
UC Scout’s mission is to provide high-quality A-G and AP® curricula and courses for students in need, with emphasis on advancing the academic success of California’s educationally underserved students.
Teacher Development
UC Scout has developed Teaching in the Digital Classroom (TDC), a free professional development series for educators interested in developing or improving their online teaching skills.
The TDC series is online, asynchronous, and selfpaced.
Visit ucscout.org for more information.
Vision
To be California’s leading resource for online high school content that closes the opportunity gap for educationally disadvantaged students.
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Provides exclusive video lessons for supplemental learning.
Basic courses provide additional instruction, help students brush up for an upcoming test or AP® exam, or just learn for fun!
Basic for Students
Basic courses provide students with high-quality video lessons for supplemental learning. Students may use the videos for self-study, to prepare for upcoming exams, or to explore a course they are interested in taking in the future.
School credit is not available for students using Basic on their own.
Basic for Teachers
Credentialed teachers receive high-quality video lessons and the full course curriculum for supplemental instruction, including:
» Assignments
» Quizzes and tests
» Answer keys and grading rubrics
The teacher can use the entire course or parts of the curriculum to supplement their in-person instruction.
With Basic, the teacher and students are not connected through the online classroom. The credentialed teacher must physically print and distribute the course materials to students.
How much does Basic cost?
» Basic is free for California public school students and teachers
» Basic is $29 per student/course/semester for California private and all out-of-state students and teachers
How do I enroll?
Students and teachers may enroll in Basic courses any time of the year.
» Students and teachers can enroll in Basic courses on ucscout.org.
» California public school students and teachers can access Basic for free. Visit ucscout.org to get a promo code to apply at checkout.
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Provides credentialed teachers with video lessons, curricula, and access to Canvas (an online learning management system).
Plus courses enable schools to expand their A-G course catalog and AP® course list, and increase access to online, hybrid, and flexible learning options.
About Plus
Plus courses contain a blend of video lessons, assignments, assessments, and resources that, when combined, comprise an A-G approved course. With Plus, UC Scout provides the curriculum directly to the teacher, and the school provides credit for the student.
Plus courses offer schools and teachers the flexibility to modify the course structure to meet their students’ needs. Schools can use Plus curricula to provide A-G approved courses, or teachers can pick and choose resources to supplement their existing instruction. Plus courses can support one or more students at a single school site or district-wide.
With Plus, the teacher receives:
» Video lessons, assignments, quizzes, tests, grading rubrics, and answer keys
» Access to the online classroom (Canvas)
» Plus teacher trainings and manuals to facilitate courses
» Personalized assistance from UC Scout’s Academic Support and Help Desk teams
The school provides:
» A credentialed teacher
» Credit and transcript upon completion optional
The Plus teacher:
» Sets the start and end dates
» Works alongside video lessons to provide instruction
» Administers and grades exams
» Supports students throughout the duration of the course
How much does Plus cost?
» Plus is free for California public schools and teachers
» Plus is $49 per student/course/semester for California private and out-of-state schools and teachers
Questions about Plus?
Teachers may request a live demo upon request.
Email ucscoutoutreach@ucsc.edu to get started.
Plus
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On Demand
Provides self-paced, asynchronous online high school courses for A-G credit.
On Demand is the perfect one-stop shop for individual students or schools interested in offering a course without providing an instructor.
How do I take the AP® exam?
Students who complete an AP® On Demand course may take the AP® exam at UC Scout’s headquarters in Santa Clara, CA or at a local testing site.
About On Demand
With On Demand, students have the flexibility to take online courses for advancement, for remediation, to resolve scheduling conflicts, and more. Students learn via high-quality video lessons and manage their progress with the help of a customizable pacing guide. Students are supported by and have access to a credentialed UC Scout teacher throughout the course, and receive credit and a UC Scout transcript upon successful completion.
Benefits of On Demand
» A-G approved
» WASC accredited
» College Board® approved (AP® courses only)
» NCAA® approved (eligible courses only)
» Credit-bearing (transcript from UC Scout)
» Lab science courses include A-G approved virtual labs
» Access to tech support, exam proctoring, and customer service
Courses ready when you are
All courses are offered during the fall, spring, and summer terms. Terms have flexible start dates and students can self-pace their progress until the term end date. Specific dates for the current academic year can be found on ucscout.org.
**Future year dates are subject to change.
How much does On Demand cost?
» On Demand courses are $399 per course, per term
» A $349 scholarship is available for eligible students. Students are responsible for a $50 technology fee; see ucscout.org or contact ucscoutscholarships@ucsc.edu for more details.
How do I enroll?
» Students may enroll in On Demand courses on ucscout.org.
Summer**
TERM START DATE
DEADLINE
5/28/2025 8/6/2025 7/2/2025 1/9/2025 11/21/2024 8/13/2024 Fall 5/21/2025 4/2/2025 1/14/2025 Spring**
END DATE ENROLLMENT
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Course Catalog
California public schools, teachers, and students
Private and out-of-state schools, teachers, and students
AHistory/
Social Science
World History
AP® World History: Modern
AP® Human Geography
AP® European History
US History
AP® US History
AP® African American Studies
US Government and Politics**
AP® US Government and Politics**
AP® Comparative Government and Politics**
B
English
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
AP® English Language and Composition
AP® English Literature and Composition
PLUS BASIC
FREE FREE
$29 per student/ course/semester
$49 per student/ course/semester
ON DEMAND
$399* per student/ course/ semester
C Mathematics
Pre-Algebra (not eligible for a-g approval)
Algebra 1
Geometry Algebra 2
Integrated Math 1
Integrated Math 2
Integrated Math 3
Pre-Calculus
AP® Calculus AB
AP® Calculus BC
Statistics
AP® Statistics
AP® Computer Science A
D
Science
Biology
AP® Biology
AP® Chemistry
AP® Physics 1
AP® Physics 2
AP® Physics C: Mechanics**
AP® Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism**
AP® Computer Science
Principles
Introduction to Java**
Introduction to Robotic
Engineering**
Oceanography
AP® Environmental Science
E
Languages other than English
French 1
French 2
French 3
French 4
AP® French Language and Culture
German 1
German 2
German 3
German 4
AP® German Language and Culture
Spanish 1
Spanish 2
Spanish 3
Spanish 4
AP® Spanish Language and Culture
F
Visual and Performing Arts
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Art History and Appreciation**
AP® Art History
AP® Music Theory
G
College Preparatory Electives
Introduction to Ethnic Studies** Health and Medicine: EMT** Law and Society** Economics**
AP® Macroeconomics** Psychology**
AP® Psychology
*Scholarships available for eligible students
**Single semester course
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800
Schools Served (AY 2022-2023) Nearly
25+ AP® Courses
100% A-G Approved Subject Areas
65+
Courses Offered 80% AP® Exam Pass Rate (AY 2022-2023)
30K+ Annual Enrollments
15 World Language Courses
60 NCAA Approved Courses (On Demand) of On Demand students receive a passing grade 90+% (AY 2022-2023)
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