Graduation Requirements

Core Curriculm | University Path | Technical Path | Gateway Exams

REQUIRED COURSEWORK

There are 20 total credits required for high school graduation. These 20 total credits consist of core curriculum units, specific path (university or technical) requirement units and electives.

Core Curriculum
English	4 units
Math*	3 units
Science **	3 units
Social Studies	3 units
Health, Physical Fitness, and Wellness	1 unit
Total	14 units

*Mathematics Requirements:

All students must complete one of the following: Algebra I, Integrated Math I, or Technical Algebra (formerly Math for Technology II).

NOTE: Students who enter high school in 2005-06 and later must also complete one of the following: Algebra II, Geometry, Integrated Math II, or Technical Geometry.

**Science Requirements

All students must complete one of the following: Biology, Biology for Technology, or the equivalent in an integrated science curriculum.

All students must complete one course in the physical sciences.

University Path
Core Curriculum	14 units
Foreign Language	2 units of the same language
Fine Arts	1 units
Total	17 units

Math Requirements for University Path Students:

• Students must take the equivalent of Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry or another advanced course (if Algebra I credit was received prior to high school and not transferred to high school transcript).

Technical Path
Core Curriculum	14 units
Technical Program of Study	4 units
Total	18 units