Graduation Requirements
24-Credit Standard Diploma Requirements
| Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| English Must include English I, II, III, IV |
4 |
| Math Must include Algebra I or Algebra IA/IB and Geometry |
4 |
| Science Must include Biology |
3 |
| Social Studies Must include World History, US History, Government (0.5), and Economics (0.5) |
3 |
| Physical Education Must include Personal Fitness (0.5) |
1 |
| Fine Art, Practical Art, or Career / Technical | 1 |
| Other Credits Electives or Academics |
6–8 |
| Personal Financial Literacy Starting with the Class of 2027 and each class after |
0.5 |
| Total Credits Required | 24 |
Grade Point Average
Students must earn a cumulative, unweighted 2.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale for all years and pass statewide, standardized assessments unless a waiver of assessment results is granted by the IEP team for students with disabilities.
Testing
Passing scores are required on the following tests:
- Algebra 1 End of Course Exam
- FAST ELA
Additional Requirements for College and Scholarship Applications
Courses
-
World Language: Two consecutive credits in the same language
-
Algebra 2
Testing
- Minimum scores set individually by each university and scholarship
- SAT or ACT: Both tests are accepted by all universities
- GPA: Varies by university and scholarship program
Community Service
- 75 hours required for Bright Futures Florida Medallion Scholarship
- 100 hours required for Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholarship
Additional Requirements and Scholarship Applications
Courses
-
World Language: Two consecutive credits in the same language
-
Algebra 2
Testing
- Minimum scores set individually by each university and scholarship
- SAT or ACT: Both tests are accepted by all universities
- GPA: Varies by university and scholarship program
Community Service
- 75 hours required for Bright Futures Florida Medallion Scholarship
- 100 hours required for Bright Futures Florida Academic Scholarship
Diploma Designations
Diploma Designations can be earned by graduating seniors. Each Diploma Designation has its own requirements that go beyond the standard diploma criteria.
- The Industry Scholar Designation (formerly Merit Designation) requires graduating seniors to earn at least one industry certification in addition to their high school diploma.
- The Scholar Diploma Designation requires students to earn certain credits in rigorous, accelerated courses and pass End-of-Course (EOC), AP, IB, or AICE exams. This designation is closely aligned with the State University's requirements to be admitted into a Florida university.
- The Florida Seal of Biliteracy recognizes and awards a high school graduate who has received a high level of competency in the four language domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more foreign languages. A silver or gold seal is a awarded on a standard high school diploma. Applications for the Florida Seal of Biliteracy must be received by March 14, 2025. Learn more about the Florida Seal of Biliteracy and access the application here.
- Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program recognizes high school graduates who have met exemplary benchmarks in fine arts coursework. The purpose of the Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program is to encourage students to develop an exemplary level of proficiency in the performing or visual arts. View the requirements needed for the Florida Seal of Fine Arts here.