GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
All students are supported and counseled throughout their time at Texas Connections Academy @ Houston so that every student finds success after graduation.

Preparing Online School Students for Graduation
Texas Connections Academy provides in-depth support to ensure that online school students understand their graduation requirements and are well prepared for life beyond high school.
HOW MANY CREDITS ARE NEEDED TO GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL IN TEXAS?
Students must successfully earn a minimum of 26 credits to graduate and also pass state tests. Be sure to check your school handbook for updates. The course credits required to graduate include:
- Language arts: 4 credits
- Math: 4 credits (including Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra 2)
- Science: 4 credits (including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics)
- Social studies: 4 credits (including World Geography, World History, U.S. History, and Government/Economics)
- Fine Art: 1 credit
- Health: 0.5 credit
- Physical education: 1 credit
- World Language: 2 credits
- Additional required electives: 5.5 credits
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- College, Career, Military Readiness Indicator Achieved
- Completions of CPR training.
- FAFSA completion and Peace Officer Interaction completion.
*All are required by the State of Texas for Public Schools.