Oregon Connections Academy

Graduation Requirements

At Oregon Connections Academy, we offer the support students need to meet Oregon graduation requirements.

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Earn Your High School Diploma in Oregon

Preparing Online School Students for Graduation in Oregon

Oregon Connections Academy works closely with families to ensure that students understand graduation requirements in Oregon 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.

Students who attend online school and meet Oregon graduation requirements receive the same diploma as their peers who attend brick-and-mortar public schools in the state.

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How Many Credits Do You Need to Graduate High School in Oregon?

Students must successfully earn a minimum of 24 credits to graduate. Be sure to check your school handbook for updates. The course credits required to graduate are included below.

Oregon Connections Academy High School Credit Requirements

  • Language Arts: 4 credits
  • Mathematics: 3 credits (Algebra 1 or above)
  • Science: 3 credits (including Life Science, Physical Science, and an Advanced Science. A minimum of 2 science credits must be designated lab science courses)
  • Social Studies: 3 credits (including U.S. History and Government. 0.5 Civics Requirement*
    *This graduation requirement begins with the graduating class of 2026. Students who will graduate in 2023, 2024, and 2025 are not required to complete a Civics course to earn a diploma; however, doing so is highly recommended.)
  • Health: 1 credit
  • Physical Education: 1 credit
  • Second Language, The Arts, Career & Technical Education: 3 credits
  • Electives: 6 credits

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