Graduation Requirements

NEEDHAM HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS 

To be eligible for a diploma, a person must complete these standards prescribed by the Needham School Committee: 

1. Successfully complete courses in the Program of Studies described as follows: 

1. Four years of English 

2. Three years of Mathematics** 

3. Three years of History and Social Sciences including one year of United States History 

4. Three years of Science 

5. Two years of the same World Language 

6. Two years of Fine & Performing Arts; a maximum of one semester of Media/Technology may be substituted 

7. One semester of Health/Physical Education for each year enrolled at Needham High School 

8. Two credits (60 hours) in Community Service Learning 

2. Successfully complete the equivalent of an additional five full year courses or its equivalent as described in the Program of Studies. 

3. Earn a minimum total of ninety-two (92) credits in the course of study outlined above or in credits earned with the prior written approval of the Principal. (Full year = 4 credits, Semester course = 2)

4. Complete all state-mandated requirements (MCAS STE, ELA, Math). 

** The Massachusetts State & University System requires 4 years of Mathematics to be considered for admissions.