At Indiana Connections Career Academy, we offer the support students need to meet Indiana graduation requirements.
Preparing Online School Students for Graduation in Indiana
Indiana Connections Career Academy works closely with families to ensure that students understand graduation requirements in Indiana and have the support they need to fulfill those requirements. Our comprehensive high school curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the classroom—long after graduation.
EARN YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA IN INDIANA
Students who attend online school and meet Indiana graduation requirements receive the same diploma as their peers who attend brick-and-mortar public schools in the state.
How Many Credits Do You Need to Graduate High School in Indiana?
Students must successfully earn a minimum of 40 credits graduate and pass ISTEP+ End of Course Assessments. Be sure to check your school handbook for updates. The course credits required to graduate are included below.
Indiana Connections Career Academy High School Credit Requirements
To graduate with the Core 40 diploma, students will need to complete the following courses:
- Language arts: 8 credits
- Math: 6 credits (can include Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, fourth year of math, or Quantitative Reasoning course)
- Science: 6 credits (including Lab Science and Biology)
- Social studies: 6 credits (including U.S. History, Economics and Government)
- Physical education/Health: 3 credits
- Career-Directed Electives: 11 credits
Beginning with the class of 2023, students will graduate according to new Pathways requirements. Under these new guidelines, students are required to complete all credits toward their chosen diploma, demonstrate employability skills through completion of one of three project choices, and complete a post-secondary readiness competency. The Pathways program allows students to align their graduation requirements with options that best meet their post-secondary needs and goals. Options include the traditional high school diploma route, employability, including project-based learning and work-based learning experience, or postsecondary elective credits. For more information about the Pathways program, visit the Indiana Department of Education website.
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