State Education Resources
Alabama Graduation Requirements
https://docs.alsde.edu/documents/54/10app.doc
This document lists the graduation requirements for the three different types of Alabama high School Diplomas. Be sure to check with your school counselor for additional requirements.
Verified on: 07/09/2012 | State: Alabama | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Alaska Graduation Requirements
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/Parents.html
Scroll down the Alaska Parent and Student's page link to information on graduation requirements. Always check with the school/school district for information on local graduation requirements because many Alaska school districts require additional credits to graduate.
Verified on: 06/19/2012 | State: Alaska | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Alaska Graduation Test Waivers and Appeals
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/assessment/hsgqe.html
Alaska recognizes successful results on 17 other state exit tests: Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Idaho. Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. Scroll down the page to reach "Parent/Student Resources" to reach the Waiver and Appeals Guidelines.
Verified on: 06/19/2012 | State: Alaska | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Arizona Graduation Requirements
http://www.azed.gov/state-board-education/high-school-graduation-requirements/
This is the latest information on the Arizona Graduation Requirements. Notice the increased requirements for students in the classes of 2012 and 2013. Be sure to continue through with the additional links to make sure you get the latest information. Always check with the local school/school district for local graduation requirements.
Verified on: 06/22/2012 | State: Arizona | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Arkansas Graduation Requirements
http://arkansased.org/smart_future/whatis.html
Be sure to select the correct requirements for either the Classes up through the Class of 2013 or the Classes of 2014 and beyond. Students are responsible for the Smart Core Courses. Students should also check with the school counselor to determine if there are other graduation requirements.
Verified on: 07/11/2012 | State: Arkansas | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
California Graduation Requirements
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/gs/hs/hsgrtable.asp
Use the chart to compare the minimum California graduation requirements to those required for freshman admission at the University of California or California State University then link to Doorways. Always check with the local school to determine any additional local graduation requirements. "Beginning with the 2012–13 school year (sunsets with the 2017–18 school year), a district may choose to adopt a career technical education course as an optional high school graduation requirement."
Verified on: 06/12/2012 | State: California | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Colorado Higher Education Admission Requirements
http://highered.colorado.gov/Academics/Admissions/coursecompletion.html
Visit this site to read about the Colorado Higher Education Admission Requirements Phase 2 that went into effect with the Class of 2010. Be sure to review the "Frequently Asked Questions" at the bottom of the page.
Verified on: 06/25/2012 | State: Colorado | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Connecticut Graduation Requirements
http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/cwp/view.asp?a=2702&Q;=322264
The Connecticut Department of Education is in the process of recommending secondary requirements to prepare Connecticut students to be college and career ready. The Connecticut Plan outlines this plan which includes Capstone Projects. Contact the school/school district for updated local graduation requirements. "For the school year commencing July 1, 2012, and each school year thereafter, each local and regional board of education shall create a student success plan for each student enrolled in a public school, beginning in grade six. Such student success plan shall include a student’s career and academic choices in grades six to twelve, inclusive." For more information see this link: http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/cwp/view.asp?a=2702&Q=334064
Verified on: 08/06/2012 | State: Connecticut | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Delaware Graduation Requirements
http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/500/505.shtml#TopOfPage
The Delaware Graduation Requirements and Diploma page lists the new requirements that for the graduating Class of 2015. Note there are additional requirements that take effect with the graduating Class of 2016 (entering freshmen 2012-13). Parents should check with the counselor for additional graduation requirements.
Verified on: 07/20/2012 | State: Delaware | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
District of Columbia Graduation Requirements
http://dcps.dc.gov/DCPS/College+and+Careers/High+School+Planning/Graduation/Graduation+Requirements
The current District of Columbia Education Graduation Requirements are available on this site. Note there are two different diplomas and community service is required.
Verified on: 07/14/2012 | State: District of Columbia | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
DoDEA High School Graduation Requirements
http://www.dodea.edu/parents/dodea.cfm?cId=grad
DoDEA graduation requirements are listed by subject area and number of required credits. Currently DoDEA requires 26 credits for graduation.
Verified on: 07/01/2012 | State: DODEA | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Florida Graduation Assessment Requirements
http://fcat.fldoe.org/pdf/fcatpass.pdf
Review the FCAT Graduation Requirements and the current FCAT criteria for graduation and the alternate assessment requirements for students who move to Florida during their senior year (or who do not meet the Florida exit test assessment criteria).
Verified on: 06/26/2012 | State: Florida | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Florida Graduation Requirements
http://www.fldoe.org/bii/studentpro/grad-require.asp
Note that the Florida graduation requirements are listed by the year that a student was first in ninth grade. Note that Florida offers different types of diplomas based on student anticipated goals. Be sure to check with your local school for additional local requirements.
Verified on: 07/10/2012 | State: Florida | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Georgia Graduation Test Waivers and Variances
http://www.gadoe.org/External-Affairs-and-Policy/Policy/Pages/Waivers-and-Variances.aspx
Georgia provides a procedure for students to receive a graduation test waiver or variance under specific conditions (i.e., 4 times tested, remediation after each testing). You can learn more when you visit this site.
Verified on: 06/27/2012 | State: Georgia | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Hawaii Graduation Requirements
http://graduation.k12.hi.us/
You will find both the graduation requirements for the Classes of 2010-12 and the Class of 2013 on. As always, check with your counselor to make sure you have the latest information. Note the brochure written for the parents and guardians of the Class of 2013.
Verified on: 06/28/2012 | State: Hawaii | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Idaho Graduation Requirements
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/hs_grad_requirements/
The new Idaho graduation requirements go in effect with the Class of 2013. Be sure to read the requirements that might require transfer students to take additional courses: senior project, math during the senior year, and three years of science. You may want to follow-up by reviewing the "FAQs About Requirements."
Verified on: 07/20/2012 | State: Idaho | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Illinois Graduation Requirements
http://www.isbe.net/curriculum/Default.htm
Scroll down the right hand menu of this Illinois curriculum page to the" Other Links." Then, click on "Graduation Requirements Guidance," to reach the most current (December 2009) document with comprehensive graduation information.
Verified on: 07/03/2012 | State: Illinois | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Indiana Graduation Requirements
http://www.doe.in.gov/achievement/curriculum/indianas-diploma-requirements
Indiana offers 4 types of diplomas. Scroll down to the minimum Core 40 graduation requirements that must be met unless a student opts out. Be sure to review the Academic Honors and Technical Honors options. Caution: Indiana's definition of credit differs from that of many states.
Verified on: 07/12/2012 | State: Indiana | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Iowa Graduation Requirements
http://educateiowa.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view;=article&id;=1231&Itemid;=2116
Beginning with 2010-2011, Iowa requires students to successfully complete 4 credits in English/Language Arts, 3 in math, 3 in science, and 3 in social studies. School districts may add additional requirements. See this EXCEL document for requirements in the core subject areas. Families must verify local graduation requirements with the school.
Verified on: 07/23/2012 | State: Iowa | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Kansas Graduation Requirements
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1787#91-31-35
Graduation Requirements are listed under 91-31-35. Always check with the local school to learn about local graduation requirements.
Verified on: 07/11/2012 | State: Kansas | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Kentucky Graduation Requirements
http://www.kde.state.ky.us/KDE/Instructional+Resources/High+School/Additional+Information/default.ht
You'll can link to the Kentucky graduation requirements at this site by clicking on "High School Graduation Requirements." Freshmen must now complete the Pre-college Program. Always check with the local school for any local graduation requirements.
Verified on: 08/07/2012 | State: Kentucky | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Louisiana Graduation Requirements
http://www.doe.state.la.us/topics/grad_reqs.html
In an effort to improve state graduation rates, diploma choices are now being offered in Louisiana. Check out the current Louisiana requirements completing either a College/Career Diploma or an alternative Career Diploma. Students may elect to complete the Academic Endorsement and/or a Career/Technical Endorsement. Check with the school for local graduation requirements.
Verified on: 08/07/2012 | State: Louisiana | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Maine Graduation Requirements
http://www.maine.gov/doe/plan/index.html
Maine has been in the process of reviewing their high school graduation requirements since 2008.This new site , Education Evolving, describes the latest in Maine's plans for putting learners first as students help design their education plan. Check with the school counselor for local requirements.
Verified on: 07/24/2012 | State: Maine | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Maryland High School Graduation Requirements
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/testing/hsg_qa/
The recently updated Maryland High School Graduation Requirements Questions and Answers document is thorough. If the student has already earned high school credits, consult the special pages devoted to transfer student. Always check with the local school district to verify all local graduation requirements.
Verified on: 08/09/2012 | State: Maryland | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements
Massachusetts Certificate of Mastery
http://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/603cmr31.html?section=all
You can learn all about the assessment requirements for the Massachusetts Certificate of Mastery, the Certificate of Mastery with Distinction, and the Stanley Z. Koplik Certificate of Mastery with Distinction Award at this site.
Verified on: 07/16/2012 | State: Massachusetts | Categories: Graduation / Promotion requirements