Michigan Merit Curriculum
High School Graduation Requirements
English Language Arts - 4 Credits
- English 9
- English 10
- English 11
- English 12
Mathematics - 4 Credits
- Algebra 1
- Geometry
- Algebra 2
- 1 additional math or math-related credit
- NOTE: One of the four mathematics credits must be in the senior year
Science - 3 Credits
- Biology
- Chemistry or Physics
- 1 additional science credit (Integrated Science Lab)
Social Studies - 3 Credits
- .5 Civics
- .5 Economics
- U.S. History and Geography
- World History and Geography
Health and Physical Education - 1 Credit
- .5 Health
- .5 Physical Education
- NOTE: Recommended to take in freshman year
Visual and Performing, Applied Arts - 1 Credit
- 1 credit in any one category of Arts
World Languages - 2 Credits
- Credits earned in grades 9-12
- An equivalent learning experience in grades K-12
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