We are proud to announce that Uni High has earned the AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award for expanding young women's access to AP Computer Science Principles (CSP). Uni is one of only 760 schools to be recognized for achieving this important result in AP CSP.
“By encouraging young women to study advanced computer science coursework, University High School Charter is closing the gap in computer science education and empowering young women to access the opportunities available in STEM career fields,” says Stefanie Sanford, College Board chief of Global Policy and External Relations.
Congratulations to Ms. Swanson and her students for this achievement!
MAST Magnet Mission Statement:
At Uni High’s MAST magnet, we take pride in our rigorous and collaborative Math, Art, Science, and Technology curriculum that emphasizes discovery and serves diverse student interests. In addition to providing magnet theme connections in their core classes, we offer three themed pathways of study for students to choose from: computer science, AVID, and digital arts. All students engage in a yearly themed project and have access to various enrichment opportunities to help them envision their future success in MAST careers.
MAST Magnet Vision Statement:
At Uni High’s MAST Magnet, we envision graduates who become active civic participants ready to embrace the world’s opportunities as well as social and environmental challenges. Our graduates are creative and flexible critical thinkers who have acquired academic and career-based skills and experiences, preparing them to compete in the media-rich global economy of the 21st century.
Learn more about our MAST Magnet and meet our teachers virtually at our virtual tour!
https://bit.ly/UniHighVirtualTour
About Us:
Uni's MAST Magnet resides on one of the safest campuses in the district, and has a staff of dedicated teachers who are devoted to the high achievement of our students.
Our students get to experience a small learning environment with dedicated magnet teachers and a magnet counselor, while also having access to the resources and opportunities of a large school with over 30 clubs, 24 AP classes and 14 varsity sports on our campus. Students in the MAST Magnet must take a three-year elective with a focus on either digital media arts, computer science, or AVID. Our digital media career pathway uses Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Sketchbook Pro and various drawing apps. Our computer science pathway give students the opportunity to take introductory courses where they learn coding, problem solving robotics and web design.
Students in our magnet also have theme-based enrichment opportunities such as field trips, competitions, and guest speakers. Our Magnet Club is a great way for students to meet each other and participate in field trips and volunteer opportunities with their peers. They meet every Tuesday at lunch in room 283.
MAST MAGNET Elective Pathways:
Digital Media: Digital Imaging 1, Digital Imaging 2, Digital Imaging Production
Computer Science: Exploring Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science (Java Coding)
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination): AVID 9, AVID 10, AVID 11, AVID 12
Magnet Enrollment Information for 2022-23 School Year
All interested families must apply through
The on-time application window closes November 12, 2021.
The application for the 2021-22 school year is now closed. Apply at echoices.lausd.net to be on our Late List, which opens February 1, 2022.
Frequently asked questions and answers:
Q: My child was not in a magnet so I don't have points. Should I still apply? Will he/she have a chance of getting in?
A: Though having magnet points help students get placed in the lottery, we frequently accept students coming from private schools and charters who were never in a magnet. The most important thing to do to get in is to apply on time.
Q: I applied on time. When will I find out if my child got accepted into University High School's MAST Magnet for the year 2021-22?
A: Parents should start receiving emails and letters after mid March 2022. You must then accept or decline placement online. If you did not opt to accept or decline online, then you must email at [email protected] to let the magnet coordinator know your decision.
A: It depends. For example, if you applied only to Uni High's MAST Magnet within the deadline, and did not get accepted you will definitely be on the wait list. If you applied within the deadline to two or three magnets, your child will be on the wait list of the school that you indicated as your first choice.
Q: I put Uni's MAST Magnet as my 2nd choice, and now I am on the wait list for another school. Can I still apply to Uni's Magnet?
A: You will have to apply again for the Late Application.
A: Yes. On February 1st 2022 you can apply online for a Late Application by going to http://echoices.lausd.net/Magnet/LateApplicationProcess.aspx
A: After you have officially enrolled your child at Uni. Once you are in the school system, transportation notifications will be mailed to you from the district during the first week of August 2022.
A: You will have to wait until the magnet coordinator contacts you. Parents who applied late cannot be guaranteed placement in the school and should consider other options as a back up.
Q: What other options are there at Uni? I want my child to go to your school even if he/she does not get into the magnet.
A: You can apply to Uni High's Charter. The link to apply is on echoices.lausd.net. Only residents are guaranteed entry.
Magnet Coordinator: Lauren França
lxf5875@lausd.net
9th Grade Counselor: Norma Uribe
Magnet Counselor Grades 10 - 12:
Tamala Crawford
Check out the Bus Routes pdf above to check your eligibility and see our bus routes.
Students who live more than five miles ("as the crow flies") from Uni qualify for transportation.
For information about the bus route:
LAUSD Transportation Services Division
1-800-LA-BUSES (522-8737)
General Questions or Concerns:
Assistant Area Bus Supervisor
Jose Romo