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 can earn up to 280 credits to achieve graduation status. Five units of credit are granted for passing each semester class.
| Subject | Years/Semester | CN Req. Credits | UC Req. Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 4 Years/8 Semester |
40 credits |
40 credits |
|
Social Studies |
3 Years/6 Semesters World History, US History, Gov't/Economics |
30 credits |
20 credits |
| Science Biology & Physical Science Required |
2 Years/6 Semesters
|
20 credits |
20 credits |
| Math Algebra & Geometry Required |
3 Years/6 Semesters UC Recommends 4 Years |
30 credits |
30 credits |
| Modern & Classical Language | 2 Years/4 Semesters UC Recommends 3 consecutive years of the same language |
20 credits |
20 credits |
|
Human Performance |
1 Year/2 Semesters |
10 credits |
|
| Visual & Performing Arts | 1 Year/2 Semesters UC Recommends 1 Year |
10 credits |
10 credits |
|
Theology *Christian Service Project Completion |
4 Years/8 Semesters Christian Service Project concludes with a presentation and essay in May of senior year |
40 credits |
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| Electives | 4 Years UC Recommends 1 Year |
Up to 80 credits for graduation |
10 or more credits |
| Total Credits | Equivalent to 28 yearly courses + 1 service year |
280 Credits | 150 Credits 180 Credits |
*Students are also required to complete 25 hours of Christian Service each year. This graduation requirement is tracked by our Christian Service Coordinator with MobileServe.