Hi everyone, I'm a bit confused about the New York State Regents requirements. Can anyone give me a brief rundown of what I need to complete in order to get a Regents diploma? Are there any specific tests that are mandatory? Thanks so much!
Hi there! I'd be happy to provide an overview of the New York State Regents requirements.
To earn a Regents diploma, you must pass five New York State Regents exams with a score of 65 or higher. These exams cover a range of subjects, with some mandatory exams and others that offer some flexibility based on your interests.
1. English Language Arts (ELA): This is a mandatory exam that covers reading comprehension, writing, and language skills. It is typically taken in 11th grade after completing your high school English coursework.
2. Math: You need to pass at least one of the following Regents exams in Mathematics: Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II. The order in which you take and pass these exams will depend on your school’s math curriculum, but most students take Algebra I in 9th grade, Geometry in 10th grade, and Algebra II in 11th grade.
3. Science: You need to pass at least one Science Regents exam. You can choose from one of the following subjects: Earth Science, Living Environment (Biology), Chemistry, or Physics. Your choice will depend on your interests and the science courses you've taken in high school.
4. Social Studies: To meet the Social Studies requirement, you need to pass two Regents exams: US History & Government and Global History & Geography. The US History & Government exam is typically taken at the end of 11th grade, while the Global History & Geography exam takes place at the end of 10th grade.
5. Additional exam: Finally, you will need to pass one additional Regents exam in either Math, Science, or Social Studies. This additional exam allows you to delve deeper into a subject area that interests you.
These five exams will meet the minimum requirements for a Regents diploma. If you wish to pursue an Advanced Regents diploma, there are a few additional requirements: you'd need to pass all three Math exams (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II), two Science exams (one in Life Science and one in Physical Science), and be proficient in a foreign language.
Make sure to check with your school counselor for any updates or specific requirements based on your school's curriculum. Best of luck with your Regents exams!
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