Examination Requirements

Students must achieve a score of 65 or higher on these five exams to earn a Regents diploma.

• English Language Arts (ELA)

• Any math exam (Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II/Trigonometry)

• Any social studies exam (Global History and Geography or U.S. History and Government)

• Any science exam (Living Environment, Chemistry, Earth Science, or Physics)

• Any additional Regents exam, or another option approved by the State

Credit Requirements

Students need 44 credits in these subject areas to earn a Regents diploma.

• 8 credits in core English

• 8 credits in social studies, including:

  • 4 credits in Global History

  • 2 credits in U.S. History

  • 1 credit in Participation in Government

  • 1 credit in Economics

• 6 credits in math, including:

  • At least 2 credits in advanced math (for example, Geometry or Algebra II)

• 6 credits in science, including:

  • 2 credits in any life science

  • 2 credits in any physical science

  • 2 credits in any life science or physical science

• 2 credits in World Languages

• 4 credits in physical education, every year in specific ways

• 1 credit in health education

• 2 credits in arts education, including visual arts, music, dance, and theater

• 7 credits in electives