High School Graduation Requirements
Standard Diploma Requirements
To receive a diploma from a Nevada high school, students must meet all course and testing requirements. Below are the standard diploma credit requirements for high school students. Please contact your school counselor to discuss a student’s course of study.
Testing Requirements for All Diplomas
Students who wish to graduate with a diploma must take the College and Career Readiness Assessment (ACT w/ writing).
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Standard Diploma Credit Requirements (Class of 2018 through the Class of 2021) |
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| Area of Study | Credit(s) |
| English | 4 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| Science | 2 |
| World History / Geography | 1 |
| U.S. History | 1 |
| U.S. Government | 1 |
| Physical Education | 2 |
| Health | ½ |
| 21st Century Learning | ½ |
| Electives | 7 ½ |
| Total | 22 ½ |
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Standard Diploma Credit Requirements (Classes of 2022 and beyond) |
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|---|---|
| Area of Study | Credit(s) |
| English | 4 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| Science | 2 |
| World History / Geography | 1 |
| U.S. History | 1 |
| U.S. Government | 1 |
| Physical Education | 2 |
| Health | ½ |
| 21st Century Learning | ½ |
| College and Career Flex Credit | 2 |
| Electives | 6 |
| Total | 23 |