US High School Diploma

Overview & Requirements:

The US High School Diploma, requiring a minimum of 24 credits in total, is a credential awarded to students who complete a college preparatory program based on the entry requirements of American colleges and universities. The US High School Diploma program provides students with a broad selection of subjects in several academic areas – including English, Mathematics, Arts (Visual & Performing), Languages, Social Sciences, Humanities, Science, and Physical Education/Health. Students are required to carry 8 credit-bearing courses in grades 9 and 10, and a minimum of 7 credit-bearing courses in grades 11 and 12.

 The US High School Diploma is regionally accredited by the Middle States Association - MSA.

Holders of the US High School Diploma also satisfy the entry requirements for universities outside the United States if their high school record satisfies the conditions as determined by the university or national education system to which they are applying. Some examples of these opportunities can be found here.

Minimum Requirements of 24  (from Grade 9 to 12)

• 4 credits of English (includes ELD credits)

• 3 credits of Mathematics

• 3 credits of Science

• 3 credits of Social Studies

• 2 credits of World Languages*

• 2 credits of Physical Education & Health

• 1 credit of Arts (Visual/Performing)

• 6 additional credits**

 *Must have two consecutive years in one language

Credit Allocation

Only credits earned at ASM are transferred to the student's official ASM Transcript. Credits earned at previous schools are evaluated by the College Counselors to possibly fulfill ASM graduation requirements.

Note: An ASM US High School Diploma will not normally be awarded to a student who has been at ASM for less than one academic year. Any potential exceptions to this policy need to be approved by the Board of Trustees.