Graduation and Promotion Requirements
Students graduating from Prince George's County Public Schools are required to complete at least 21 credits in order to graduate from high school. These are the basic requirements for a high school diploma. These requirements do not guarantee you admission into a college or university. If you are interested in attending college, you will need to exceed these graduation requirements. Each college or university has different standards for admission. Please check the college or university's website for the minimum requirements for admission into their school.
Graduation Requirements for graduating Class of 2023
Graduation
Requirements for graduating Class of 2024 and beyond
Promotion Requirements
From 9th Grade to 10th Grade:
5 Credits;
1 English
1 Math (for class of 2025 and beyond)
From 10th Grade to 11th Grade:
10 Credits
2 Must be English
1 Math
1 Science
1 Social Studies
5 Additional credits
From 11th Grade to 12th Grade:
14 Credits
3 must be English
2 Math
1 Science
1 Social Studies
7 Additional Credits