Students need 44 credits in these subject areas to earn a Regents diploma.
- 8 credits in core English
- 8 credits in Social Studies, including: 4 credits in Global History, 2 credits in U.S. History, 1 credit in Participation in Government, 1 credit in Economics
- 6 credits in Math, including: at least 2 credits in advanced math (for example, Geometry or Algebra II)
- 6 credits in Science, including: 2 credits in any life science and 2 credits in any physical science
- 2 credits in Languages Other Than English (LOTE)
- 4 credits in Physical Education, every year
- 1 credit in Health Education
- 2 credits in Arts Education, including visual arts, music, dance, and theater
- 7 credits in Electives