Graduation Requirements

Duchesne's college preparatory academic program in the Upper School is strong and challenging.  Students are required to complete the following:

4 credits English

4 credits History (including U.S. History, Government/Economics)

3 credits of Math in the Upper School (4 are encouraged)

3 credits Science (4 beginning with the Class of 2011)

3 credits Foreign Language

2 credits Physical Education and Health

4 credits Religious Studies (including Social Awareness)

1 credit Fine Arts (½ credit speech)

1 credit Computer (½ credit laptop integration)

25 Total Credits Required  (26 beginning with the Class of 2011)

A student must earn at least 6.5 credits to be classified as a sophomore, at least 13 credits to be classified as a junior, and at least 19 credits to be classified as a senior.  Credit is awarded by semester.  Seniors who fail to meet the above requirements may not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.