Flexible Online Learning
UC Scout courses inspire lifelong curiosity and prepare students of all backgrounds for a tech–driven world where learning and job skills are flexible and self-directed.
With UC Scout, students can enjoy the flexibility of learning anytime, anywhere with the help of credentialed teachers for support. Teachers have access to A-G approved and AP® coursework to supplement their classroom curriculum.
And it’s all provided by the University of California, which is widely considered the best public university system in the United States.
2023-2024
By the Numbers
Improving A-G Completion Rates
Mission Possible
This might surprise you. Did you know that fewer than half of high school graduates in California are completing the 15 courses required for admission to University of California and California State University systems – known as A-G courses – and that the completion rate is even lower for underrepresented, lower-income, and rural students?
That’s where UC Scout comes in. We’re here to help address this equity gap and help all students get on track to prepare for college or a rewarding career. We provide online courses that enable students complete the A-G requirements, and we lend a hand to schools that don’t yet have a complete set of A-G courses.
"In recent years, fewer than 2 out of 10 public school students in some regions of California graduate having met A-G subject course requirements. This limitation has restricted access to affordable four-year public universities for many California students."
- EdSource
What Makes Us Unique
Our courses are developed and taught by educators who are passionate about their subjects. Whether you're striving to earn high school credit, expand your teaching portfolio, or simply learn something new, UC Scout has something for you.
Our 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.
Our Commitment
Our program is hosted at UC Santa Cruz and closely aligned with UCSC’s core values and principles of community. We’re also a proud part of the UC Office of the President Outreach & Educational Partnerships as a SAPEP Program.
Our Standards
Our engaging course materials meet rigorous standards for curriculum content, accessibility, and inclusivity. We provide real, credentialed teachers and we’re accredited or approved by WASC, UC and CSU A-G, NCAA, and the College Board®️.
Our Future
We’re always looking at what’s next. From incorporating interactive course content to improving our accessibility standards, we’re continually leveraging the latest technologies to make sure we’re on the cutting edge of education.
Take a look at our Strategic Plan to see where we’re heading.