College & Post-High School Planning

The College Academic Distribution Requirements (CADRs) are the minimum high school class subject areas that WA State 4-year state universities require for admission into their schools:

• English - 4 credits
• Mathematics - 3 credits
• Social studies - 3 credits
• World language (2 years of the same language) - 2 credits
• Science (including 2 years of lab science) - 3 credits
• Senior year math-based quantitative course - 1 credit
• Fine, visual or performing arts - 1.0

To learn more on the specifics of these requirements, visit the admissions website for the university or check out the WA Student Achievement Council's information:

WSAC CADRs

(Depending on your preference for dogs or cats, visit UW or WSU admissions to better understand admission requirements and CADRs.)

CADRs Checklist

Applying to colleges can be an overwhelming experience. We are here to help! Reach out to your counselor if you have questions.

College Application Process

Common App

Helpful College Application Information:

• Number in Senior Class of 2026: 387 students

• Liberty High School Code (CEEB): 480502

• LHS Profile

• GPA is only calculated on unweighted scale.

• LHS does not rank students. When asked for rank on applications, indicate "none".

Starting with the class of 2017, all high schools in the Issaquah School District will no longer use rank. Instead, ISD will honor graduates of distinction in three categories: Cum Laude (with honors 3.5—3.74), Magna Cum Laude (with great honors 3.75—3.89), and Summa Cum Laude (the highest honor 3.9—4.0).

LHS students can earn college credit while taking their high school classes. Talk to your counselor to learn more!

Advanced Placement (AP)

College in the High School (CHS)

CTE Duel Credit

Running Start

Check out the LHS College and Career Center to learn about scholarship and other financial aid opportunities and programs to help pay for college.

Financial Aid Information

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

College Bound Scholarship

Liberty College & Career Center

High School & Beyond Plan

Common App

Big Future College SearchWashington Guaranteed Admission Program (WAGAP)

NCAA.org (Future college athletes) 

Military Academies

Planning to play sports in college? Check out the NCAA to learn more about specific requirements you may need to follow.

NCAA Eligibility Center

NCAA approved courses

Learn more about college entrance exams, like the SAT or ACT, by meeting with your counselor or visiting the LHS College and Career Center.

LHS Testing

Learn more about the alphabet of testing (AP, PSAT, SAT, etc.) at LHS.

If you are planning to attend a 4-year university after high school, be sure to register to take the SAT or ACT during the spring of your Junior year. Preferred testing locations and dates can fill up quickly, so register early for the best spots! While some colleges are no longer using these tests as part of the application process, many do require them.

Register for the SAT

Register for the ACT

www.sbctc.ctc.edu

Benefits of Attending a 2-Year College:

• Save money
• Explore college majors and programs before committing to a major, college or university program
• Live at home
• Many jobs and careers only require an Associate's degree (2 year degree) or a specialty or technical training program
• Many technical and vocational programs are only offered at 2-year colleges

Other Life and Career Opportunities and Pathways:

ApprenticeshipsStudyabroad101.com

U.S. Peace Corps

There are many world-class and top-ranked colleges and universities in Washington. Check out the list here:

List of WA Colleges & Universities