Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Please navigate through the Frequently Asked Questions below to learn more about the DoDEA Administrative Instruction 2000.1, high school graduation requirements and policy. Additional FAQs are available on the DoDEA Website/ Student Support Services/ Graduation Requirements/ Questions and Answers.
The requirements to earn a standard diploma are 26.0 course credits, completion of specific courses (e.g., Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, etc.), and a cumulative 2.0 GPA. Additional requirements are needed to receive the Honors Diploma. The requirements for graduation are determined the year in which a student enters 9th grade; Refer to links provided on this webpage for additional information.
Upon entry in a DODEA school, the school counselor will review the official transcript from the student’s former school to determine which courses meet DoDEA graduation requirements and what additional coursework is needed to graduate - this process is referred to as the transcript review.
Yes. Beginning with the 9th grade class of school year 2012-13, DODEA requires 4.0 credits of mathematics to graduate to include, Algebra I, Geometry, and two additional courses with course codes greater than 400). Additionally, 3.0 credits must be earned during grades 9-12.
Yes. Options include taking courses from the DODEA Virtual School and summer school make-up courses.
Graduation requirements are established based upon the DODEA requirements for the school year that the student entered 9th grade. In this case, the student’s graduation requirements are those established for school year 2012-13.
Yes. The specific course requirements are listed in the section above based upon the year of entry into 9th grade.
DODEA awards weighted course grades to student’s who take the requisite Advanced Placement course and exam.
No. DODEA does not weight course grades in Honors courses due to the variance in course rigor throughout U.S. school systems.
Yes. Two years of JROTC taken in a DODEA school satisfies the 0.5 course credit for Lifetime Sports.
The significant changes in the DoDEA Administrative Instruction 2000.1 for high school graduation include the following:
Increase in Math Credits
Increase in the number of mathematics credits from 3.0 to 4.0 credits:
- Algebra I, Geometry, higher level mathematics course (>400 level), and Algebra II or identified equivalent course.
- 3.0 of the 4.0 required credits must be earned from courses completed in grades 9 –12.
Policy
The Graduation Policy includes:
- Procedure for students transitioning to a DoDEA school
- Documentation of secondary student transcripts
- Interpretation of student records from accredited school systems and non-accredited education programs
- Awarding course credit
- Identification of class rank
- Commencement exercises
- Exception to graduation requirements
Diploma Type
Diploma types granted from DoDEA schools include:
- Standard Diploma
- Honors Diploma
- International Baccalaureate Diploma
Senior Transfer Options
Senior year student transfer options include:
- DoDEA requirements for the standard or honors diploma
- Reciprocity requirements
- Interstate Compact
Inclusive Practices
Inclusive practices for students include:
- Individual Education Program
- Section 504 Accommodation
- English language learner
Appellate Rights
Parent or sponsor Appellate Rights include:
- A parent, sponsor, or student (aged 18 or older) may appeal a decision made regarding this Administrative Instruction to the next higher level official of the individual who made the decision.
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