MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Freshman Classes 2019, 2020, and 2021
ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - CREDITS NEEDED
ENGLISH – CREDITS NEEDED: 4
ENGLISH 9
ENGLISH 10
ENGLISH 11
ENGLISH 12
MATHEMATICS - CREDITS NEEDED: 4
ALGEBRA I
GEOMETRY w/ DATA ANALYSIS
ALGEBRA II w/ STATISTICS
MATH ELECTIVE
SCIENCE - CREDITS NEEDED: 4
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
BIOLOGY I
SCIENCE ELECTIVE
SCIENCE ELECTIVE
SOCIAL STUDIES - CREDITS NEEDED: 4
MODERN WORLD HISTORY
US HISTORY -BEG TO IND. REV
US HISTORY -IND. REV TO PRESENT
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - CREDITS NEEDED: 1
ONE CREDIT FROM ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
BEGINNING KINESIOLOGY
JROTC
MARCHING BAND
VARSITY ATHLETICS
DANCE
HEALTH EDUCATION – CREDITS NEEDED: 0.5
CAREER PREPAREDNESS – CREDIST NEEDED: 1
ELECTIVE CREDITS FROM ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS – CREDITS NEEDED: 3
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
WORLD LANGUAGE
FINE ARTS EDUCATION
GENERAL ELECTIVES – CREDITS NEEDED: 2.5
TOTAL CREDITS: 24
ALABAMA HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED HONORS -CREDITS NEEDED
ENGLISH (HR, AP, DE, OR IB)– CREDITS NEEDED: 4
ENGLISH 9
ENGLISH 10
ENGLISH 11
ENGLISH 12
MATHEMATICS - CREDITS NEEDED: 4
ALGEBRA I
GEOMETRY w/ DATA ANALYSIS
ALGEBRA II w/ STATISTICS
HR ALGEBRA II w/ STATISTICS
HR, AP, DE, OR IB MATH ELECTIVE
SCIENCE - CREDITS NEEDED: 4
HR BIOLOGY I
HR CHEMISTRY I
HR or AP PHYSICS
SCIENCE ELECTIVE
SOCIAL STUDIES (HR, AP, DE, OR IB)- CREDITS NEEDED: 4
MODERN WORLD HISTORY
US HISTORY -BEG TO IND. REV
US HISTORY -IND. REV TO PRESENT
GOVERNMENT AND ECONOMICS
PHYSICAL EDUCATION - CREDITS NEEDED: 1
ONE CREDIT FROM ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
BEGINNING KINESIOLOGY
JROTC
MARCHING BAND
VARSITY ATHLETICS
DANCE
HEALTH EDUCATION – CREDITS NEEDED: 0.5
CAREER PREPAREDNESS – CREDITS NEEDED: 1
ELECTIVE CREDITS FROM ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS – CREDITS NEEDED: 3
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
WORLD LANGUAGE
FINE ARTS EDUCATION
WORLD LANGUAGE (PARTS 1 AND 2) - CREDITS NEEDED: 2
GENERAL ELECTIVES – CREDITS NEEDED: 2.5
TOTAL CREDITS: 26
*NOTE: STUDENTS MUST MAINTAIN A 3.5 (WEIGHTED) GPA TO EARN THE DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED HONORS ENDORSEMENT. CHANGES TO CREDITS NEEDED FOR GRADUATION IS PENDING BOARD APPROVAL (FALL 2021).
MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM TESTING REQUIREMENTS
In addition to completing the diploma requirements set by the Alabama State Department of Education, each high school senior is responsible for completing the following prior to graduation:
- Have an ACT Score on file
All students are required to take the Statewide ACT during their junior year of high school. If the student misses the testing and make-up session, they can take the ACT when offered nationally.
- Earn College and Career Readiness Indicator and/or Credential
Seniors can earn a CRI or Credential by accomplishing one or more of the following objectives:
- Earn a benchmark on at least ONE subtest on the ACT.
- English: 18
- Reading: 22
- Math: 22
- Science: 23
2. Earn a three (3) or higher on at least one Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate Examination.
3. Earn a college credit through a Dual Enrollment (Technical or Academic) course.
4. Earn a Credential or Certification through taking a Career and Technical Education course and passing the
certification examination.
5. Enlist in the United States Military.
6. Score a 4 or higher on each section of the ACT Workkeys Test.
- Complete an electronic Career Portfolio through the KUDER Career Planning System
Each seniors’ electronic portfolio must include the following:
- Summary of Career Exploration Assessments
- Professional Resume
- Professional Cover Letter
- Successfully pass the State of Alabama’s Civics Test
Seniors are required to take a Civics Test once they complete their required US Government course. Students
must score a 60 or higher to pass the test. If a senior earns a failing score, an opportunity to re-test will be given.
- Complete and submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) Electronic Application.
All seniors are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid prior to graduation. Seniors will
be able to complete this requirement beginning October 1st. All applications must be completed and submitted no
later than April 30th. Any senior who declares non-intent to enroll in post-secondary school must complete and
submit the waiver provided by the ALSDE (a parental signature will be required).