All students at Nazareth are required to meet the following course requirements for graduation:

DepartmentCredits Needed
Religion2 credits
English4 credits
Social Studies4 credits
Mathematics3 credits
Science3 credits
Foreign Language1-3 credits
Fine Arts1 credit
Physical Education2 credits
Health0.5 credit
Electives3-5 credits
TOTAL25 credits

In compliance with New York State regulations, students must pass 5 Regents’ exams with a 65% or better. They are: English, one Mathematics, one Science, one Social Studies and one additional Regents Exam.

For an Advanced Regents Diploma, students, must pass 8 Regents’ exams and take and pass 3 years of foreign language. They are: English, 3 Mathematics exams, Living Environment and one additional Science, one Social Studies and one additional Regents Exam.

Seniors must carry a minimum of 6 credits, but it is recommended that they carry more.