Graduation Requirements


Diploma Types

Al Salaam Academy offers two diploma types.

Advanced Studies Diploma

The Advanced Studies Diploma requires 26 units of credit as follows:

  • English 4 units

  • Foreign Language 3-4 units

    • 3 units of one language or 2 units of two languages

  • Mathematics 4 units

    • Must include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and one course beyond Algebra 2

  • Science 3 units

  • Social Studies 4 units

    • Must include U.S. History and U.S. Government

  • Religion  1 unit

  • Fine Arts or STEM Electives 1 unit

  • Health, Wellness, and Physical Education 2 units

  • Electives 4 units

College Preparatory Diploma

The College Preparatory Diploma requires 23 units of credit as follows:

  • English 4 units

  • Foreign Language 2 units

  • Math 3 units

    • Must include Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2

  • Science 3 units

  • Social Studies 4 units

    • Must include US History and US Government

  • Religion  1 unit

  • Fine Arts or STEM Electives 1 unit

  • Health, Wellness, and Physical Education 2 units

  • Electives 3 units

Diploma Seals

Students achieving an Advanced Studies Diploma with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher will receive the Superintendent’s Seal on their diplomas.

Students achieving a College Preparatory Diploma with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher will receive the Scholar’s Seal on their diplomas.