HS Graduation Requirements
A diploma of high school graduation shall be granted to any student who:
- Completes a total of 230 credits in grades 9-12
- Earns a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.00 in courses that satisfy graduation requirements (Waived for the 19-20 and 20-21 school year)
- Completes a senior project/exhibition during the 12th-grade year of high school (This project shall be a serious research project or exhibition which demonstrates achievement of school-wide learning goals and designated key content standards)
Find your school’s a-g approved course list
| a-g Subject | Subject Area | OUSD Graduation Requirement | a-g requirement | Sample Courses (not an exhaustive list) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| a | History | 30 credits World History, US History, Government, Economics Required |
2 years |
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| b | English | 40 credits 4 yearlong English courses required, 1 year advanced ELD can count |
4 years |
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| c | Math | 30 credits Must complete Algebra 1 and Geometry curricular requirement
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3 years, 4 recommended |
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| d | Science | 30 credits Must include 1 Biological and 1 Physical Science |
2 years, 3 recommended |
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| e | World Language | 20 credits | 2 years (in same language), 3 recommended |
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| f | Visual / Performing Art | 10 credits | 1 year (in same discipline) |
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| g | Electives | 50 credits | 1 year* | *Must be approved College Prep Elective for a-g (i.e. Economics, Ethnic Studies)
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| ___ | Physical Education | 20 credits | ___ |
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| TOTAL | 230 Credits | 15 Yearlong Courses (minimum) | Find your school’s a-g approved course list | |
Printable version of graduation requirements
Access our current Board Policy
Access the Doorways website, where you can enter the name of an OUSD high school to check A-G eligibility of courses.
For more information about Oakland Unified School District's High School Graduation Requirements, please contact Vinh Trinh.