EEP students will complete all University General Education (GE) requirements commensurate with their entering catalog year and other GE coursework deemed necessary in accordance with the individual student history, background, and need. Such additional and diverse coursework will be completed in order to provide the student with a thorough education. This diversity is critical to the overall development of the teen-scholar especially in terms of exposing them to disciplines they may have missed by skipping a secondary school curriculum.

EEP students must follow the normal Cal State L. A. GE course requirements, all EEP required general education coursework and the appropriate, Degree Major requirements (See the University General Catalog for specific Degree Major requirements. See any Schedule of Classes page #129 for the General Education Lower Division Courses). In addition, EEP students complete other GE coursework designed to provide them with a balanced and appropriate educational experience. Such additional EEP requirements do not normally exceed 20 total units and shall include, but are not limited to, the following BOLDED selections:

Regardless of major selection all EEP students will complete all necessary and required coursework as special program admits and, in satisfying any and all State education codes/mandates related to a complete and thorough educational experience for secondary school-age students, students will satisfy the additional EEP general education course requirements defined above/herein.

Students should take GE classes as Honors sections whenever possible. Not all classes will be available in Honors during all quarters. EEP Freshman Schedule of Curriculum subject to change yearly AND mandatory Freshman classes will include GE Honors sections when available. Class changes and notices will be announced yearly.

The EEP Schedule of Curriculum lists only the course titles not the specific times and days the classes meet. This information changes yearly and will be provided to all EEP students formally accepted to the Program. You may check the Fall Schedule of Classes for this information.

Students interested in Science-based majors may opt to delay their Natural Science class requirement in Winter and Spring in order to complete their Mathematics requirement should the students petition for a course-load reduction. Course-load reductions are common and designed to allow the student a better opportunity for success in these very challenging University courses. All decisions are made on an individual basis.

(A1, B2, C1 etc.) Indicate the specific University General Education (GE) Block (or requirement) satisfied by that course. Please refer to your University Catalog and/or your Schedule of Classes. Students will/may take more courses/units than the minimum required under any GE category in order to satisfy the California Department of Education code(s) and/or the EEP/University policies regarding a thorough education for college early entrance. EEP students often complete additional GE coursework as they explore their intellectual curiosity.

Introduction to Higher Education or an IHE course may be taken from any of the University Colleges (i.e. BUS 101, ENGR 100, EDUC 150, etc.) dependent on the student's Degree Major of interest and must be completed within the first two quarters. The course NSS 101 Honors is offered for EEP Freshman who usually seek science-based Degree Majors.

Other University required coursework, such as Introduction to Higher Education (IHE) (e.g., UNIV 101, NSS 101, BUS 101, etc) will be completed as part of the EEP Freshman Schedule of Curriculum during their first quarter in attendance. Since most EEP students are interested in majors within the College of Natural and Social Science (NSS) the EEP Freshman curriculum includes NSS 101-Honors. Students interested in majors in other Colleges may opt to take a different version of IHE such as ENGR 100. Other University GE Lower Division courses will be completed in accordance with the student's entering catalog year.

EEP students interested in science, technology and math-based Degree Majors (i.e., Engineering, pre-Med or Health Science, Computer Science, Physics, etc.) will take additional GE coursework designed to prepare them for the traditional introductory level University course requirements. For example, traditional University students are required to take a Biology sequence for their major (BIOL 101-103) but because EEP students rarely have the same High School preparation in Biology and other sciences, they will first complete an EEP Preliminary University science class (for example: BIOL 155 OR 156 etc.).

NOTE: Completion of these classes may also satisfy University and/or EEP GE requirements and should be taken as elective classes during the first year of study. Faculty Advisors may choose different preliminary courses dependent on the individual student after assessment(s).

EEP students typically register for 8 units in their Provisional Summer Quarter and 12-16 units per quarter thereafter. Unless otherwise authorized, EEP students may not enroll in excess of 16 units per quarter. In addition, they are required to receive EEP advisement and authorization for all proposed class schedules for their first 12 quarters in attendance (or three years) whichever comes first and, if needed, thereafter until graduation. After formally declaring a Degree Major EEP students are assigned to, or choose, a Faculty Advisor. The Faculty Advisor guides them through the Degree Major requirements.

Upon completion of their third (3) year of study and with the recommendation of the EEP Staff, students will be given a status change to the rank of EEP Elders. This change is designed to allow these students independence and experience in developing the skills necessary for success culminating in their eventual graduation and entrance to graduate/professional schools and/or to the general workforce. Students remain active in Program affairs, including available advisement and counsel, and through their participation in the EEP Elder Council. The EEP Elder Council membership is made up of EEP 6th and 5th year seniors; Elders may be involved in all aspects of student governance and Program events and activities. The Elder Council is also involved in admission procedures and student orientation activities.

Freshman EEP students are required to follow a common Schedule of Curriculum during their first full-time year of study as CSLA. This Schedule was developed in order to: 1) ease the transition to university life; b) simulate a traditional secondary school curriculum, and c) provide them with the opportunity to share common academic and social experiences with their first-year peers. In order to best accommodate their needs EEP students are enrolled in the GE Honors Program. This Program provides select faculty and specially-designed, small classes where EEP students may interact with other University Honors students. Please note the classes listed on the following page and all descriptions and notations.

The EEP Freshman Schedule of Curriculum allows for a degree of choice as based on student interest(s), needs, and abilities; EEP Advisement is made on an individual basis. Please refer to the EEP GE Coursework Checklist to record classes and the EEP Student Agreement, Policies, Procedures and Rules (preceding this page) for information regarding curriculum requirements.

EEP students receive academic advisement on an individual basis and adjustments to the above schedule and regulations may be modified and/or waived. All students participating in the EEP must submit their preferred course selections through use of Advisement Slips to EEP staff for approval before their quarterly registration period.

EEP students may opt to complete a number of General Education classes before formally declaring a major and choosing a Faculty Advisor. EEP students are expected to select a major course of study sometime during their 1st three (3) years in attendance or before completing 135 quarter units. Based on the radical nature of their educational acceleration and the varying levels of experience, academic skill/acuity, maturity and age, EEP students may petition for an extension of this policy regarding declaration of Degree Major(s).

EEP Freshmen will participate in Freshman Study Hall for a minimum of two (2) hours per week under the direction of EEP staff and with participation from EEP Elder Council members, EEP Club Tutors and University faculty. Study Hall is designed to assist students with assimilation of University pedagogy and the development of their study skills and methods.

EEP students are expected to participate fully in all Program events and activities. All EEP students are required to be members of the EEP Club (EEπX) which is a fully recognized and sanctioned University Student Organization administered through the Center for Student Development and advised by the EEP Coordinator and EEP Elder Council. EEP Club Officers, Chairs, Committees and Members are active in the following general areas: social events, recreation and equipment, judiciary activities and student discipline, lounge maintenance and the establishment and operation of the Tutoring and Mentoring Programs. The EEP Elder Council membership is made up of EEP 4th and 5th year seniors; Elders are involved in all aspects of student governance. The Elder Council and the EEP Club are also involved in admission recommendations and student orientation activities.

EEP students should be members of the General Education Honors Program (GEHP). Membership in the GE Honors Program is dependent on adequate performance on the ELM and EPT exams; adherence to all rules and policies of the G. E. Honors Program and Club and approval by the GEHP Faculty Director.

In order to satisfy compulsory education expectations for students of secondary school age a structured weekly school attendance policy has been established. This policy provides opportunities for a) appropriate social development; b) establishment of peer relationships; c) creation of a structured, stable and normalized school environment and d) an increased probability of academic success through campus and EEP involvement. EEP students are required to be on campus no fewer than four (4) days per week, Monday through Thursday for 5 hours per day. Because adolescents are accustomed to standardized daytime schedules involving distinct periods of instruction, it is beneficial to stimulate such a "normalized schedule" while in the EEP. Excess "free time" at home during the school day is not conducive to the student's ability to successfully complete collegiate coursework. Nor does this excess time allow them to effectively organize their time in constructive activities. To increase their satisfaction and participation in scholastic and extracurricular events it is essential to have a consistent campus presence.

The EEP IS NOT A TRANSFER PROGRAM. Students are expected to earn their degrees at Cal State University, Los Angeles. Students should not request transcripts for purposes of transfer unless prior approval is granted by EEP staff and University administrative staff.

Students applying to the EEP shall take and pass both the ELM (Entry Level Mathematics), EPT (English Placement Test) and any other assessment exams earning scores which will qualify them for entry to college level Math and English courses (e.g., ENGL 101, MATH 100, MATH 102) required by the University. These exams will be taken during a student's Provisional summer quarter.

EEP applicants must receive an acceptable performance rating by Faculty Reviewers on all essay or writing assessments given by EEP staff during their Provisional Summer Quarter. Students accepted to the EEP must complete their English and Math University requirements in their first 45 units of study.

EEP applicants will be expected to complete a reading assignment during the Provisional summer quarter consisting of at least two (2) great novels or text(s) chosen by University faculty and/or EEP staff. Students who have previously met the reading requirement will be asked to demonstrate knowledge/familiarity with the subject matter. Applicants may also be required to make detailed analysis of reading(s) in order to display proficiency in comprehension and critical thinking skills.

EEP applicants must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA through their Provisional Quarter with no grade(s) falling below "B-". Students accepted to the EEP are required to maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA through their first three years in attendance as an undergraduate and thereafter when possible and achievable. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required for graduation with G.E. Honors Program recognition.

Final Program admission decisions are made after recommendation by the EEP Coordinator and Staff and after concurrence of recommendation(s) are made by the Faculty Admission Committee. Students applying may receive one (1) of the following three (3) recommendations: 1. Admission to full-time University study through the EEP; 2. Delay admission to full-time study with possible part-time University study or, 3. Deny admission to full-time study, return to normal school. Decisions to suspend or remove a student from participation will be made by EEP staff with the approval of the EEP Faculty Advisors and the appropriate and necessary University administrative personnel.

In the interest of preserving both courtesy and equality among and between the student of EEP, the EEP staff and all members of the Cal State L. A. campus community and to maintain the policies, procedures and rules of the EEP I, an applicant to or current student in the EEP, promise to the best of my ability to follow and adhere to the following conduct guidelines:

In recognition of my commitment to and participation in the EEP I shall:

• Respect other individuals and treat them as I would like to be treated.
• Adhere to all University regulations and discipline codes so specified in the current California State University Los Angeles General Catalog and Student Handbook. Ensure that all persons (relatives, friends, etc) associated with me on campus also follow all EEP and university rules, regulations, codes, procedures and administrative policy manuals including those rules outlined in this document.
• At all times demonstrate maturity by attending to proper discipline, safety, and behavior and to at all times maintain a level of decorum, both in and out of class, on and off university property, appropriate to university students. Not act in any way which is likely to disturb other student, faculty, staff, administration or other members of the university community.
• Accept full responsibility for work and actions I perform while not taking credit for work or actions done by others. To the best of my ability ensure that the products of my work are used in a socially responsible way. Not misuse or exploit any authority, power or responsibility entrusted to me. Cooperate with others in achieving understanding and in identifying and solving problems whenever possible.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 through the first three years of attendance. Follow all written or verbal instructions regarding Probationary Status in cases wherein cumulative or quarter GPA falls below 3.0 and/or when behavioral problems exist.
• Not use knowledge of a confidential or personal nature in any unauthorized or demeaning manner. Not use such information to achieve knowledge, personal gain or to benefit or amuse myself or others.
• Attend and participate fully in all scheduled EEP meetings and make every effort to participate in EEP events and activities. Participate fully in all activities/duties assigned to me with regard to maintaining an orderly, neat and clean environment. Maintain and keep my cubby and other personal space provided to me in an orderly and clean manner while respecting the privacy and security of other individuals' cubbies or personal space.
• When using kitchen facilities, clean/wash and return to the proper place any dish-ware/silverware/or any other item(s) used in preparing or eating a meal. I a timely manner, dispose of any unwanted, spoiled or damaged items, including food belonging to me. When using all other areas of the EEP Lounge return to cubby area all personal property and other items brought by me to campus. At all times will be responsible for my belongings and will ensure all property is kept in a neat and orderly manner.
• Not store long-term any information, material, data etc. on any hard disk drive in any EEP computer without prior program approval. Not erase, delete or copy any information, material or data belonging to another individual without their prior permission. Follow all rules established for the use of the EEP Computer Lab or other technological or mechanical tools, instruments or appliances.
• Not reveal, inform or transmit any information regarding the combinations for an EEP door or lock to any student or individual outside the EEP while ensuring that EEP areas are secured and locked whenever I leave the EEP Lounge. Not use any equipment, including telephones and computer, located in the directors or staff office(s) without the prior permission of an EEP staff member.
• To adhere to all future and reasonable rules, regulations and policies in concordance with existing EEP and University policies which may be established after my admission to the EEP.