Graduation Requirements
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Cardinal Newman offers a curriculum that includes all courses necessary to fulfill the admission requirements of the University of California and the California State University systems. Students must earn 290 credits for graduation status. In most cases, five units of credit are granted for passing each semester class.
| Subject | Years/Semester | CN Req. Credits | UC Req. Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theology | 4 years |
40 credits |
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| Community Service | 4 years |
10 credits |
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| English | 4 years |
40 credits |
40 credits |
| Social Studies | 3 years UC requires 2 years |
30 credits |
20 credits |
| Science | 2 years Biology & Physical Science req. UC recommends 3 yrs |
20 credits |
20 credits |
| Math |
3 Years |
30 credits |
30 credits |
| Language |
2 Years |
20 credits |
20 credits |
| Human Performance
Dance, PE, Weight Training |
1.5 Years |
15 credits |
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| Visual & Performing Arts |
1 year |
10 credits |
10 credits |
| Electives |
4 years |
40 credits |
10 credits |
| Senior Christian Service Project | Included in the class work of both Theology and English Completed in Senior year |
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| Total Credits |
Equivalent to 28 yearly courses + 1 service year | 255 credits |
150 credits 180 credits |
7 classes per year = 70 credits x 4 years = 280 credits in classes taken
Plus 10 service credits = 290 credits
*The Service program is central to the mission of Cardinal Newman's mission, “To educate our students in the wholeness of mind, body, and spirit through the teachings of Jesus Christ as proclaimed by the Catholic Church." Our students learn to apply leadership skills and talents in service to others. Therefore, each student must successfully pass the service program to be eligible to graduate.