Graduation Requirements
Each student will choose a total of 32 classes over the course of four years. OCS administrators, teachers, and counselors are all available to help guide these selections.
Students must meet diploma requirements in three areas: ASSESSMENTS, COURSES, and CREDITS.
- Assessments: Students are required to take various state tests. (See the Course Catalog Appendix for more information.)
- Courses: Students must complete specific course requirements as outlined by state graduation requirements.
- Credits: Students must earn a total of 28 units to meet minimum requirements for graduation in Oconee County. Requirements may differ depending upon the year you enter high school. Please see the chart below that applies to students entering in fall 2008 and beyond. (See also Transfer and Home School credit in the Course Catalog)
Enrolling 9th Grade Students for First Time – Fall 2008:
Areas of Study |
Units Required |
(I) English/Language Arts * |
4 |
(II) Mathematics * |
4 |
(III) Science *
The 4th science unit may be used to
meet both the science and elective
requirements. |
4 |
(IV) Social Studies * |
4 |
(V) CTAE and/or Modern Language/Latin
and/or Fine Arts |
3 |
(VI) Health and Physical Education * |
1 |
(VII) Academic Electives |
3 |
(VIII) Other Electives |
5 |
Total Units |
28 |
* Required Courses and/or Core Courses