Graduation

News & Announcements

On August 28, 2024, the Board of Education reviewed and adopted the updated Approved Courses to Satisfy Graduation Requirements for the Standard, Advanced Studies, and Modified Standard Diplomas in Virginia Public Schools. The document includes the following changes:  

• SCED codes in mathematics updated to reflect the National SCED code database,  
• Clarified language on page 17 regarding provisions in Economics and Personal Finance for students with disabilities,  
• Added a table to reflect courses that can be used to meet the physical education requirement for graduation, including the addition of JROTC and Unified Physical Education as substitute courses for 9th and 10th grade physical education, and  
• Minor changes to improve accuracy, readability, and formatting. 

Division leaders should review this document and work with principals, school counselors, and student information systems staffing to update current SCED codes for courses and to plan for any changes to a division’s Program of Studies as a result of these updates. 

Diploma Options

Most Virginia students graduate with either an Advanced Studies Diploma or a Standard Diploma. Other diploma options are available for eligible students with disabilities and adult learners.

• Advanced Studies Diploma
• Standard Diploma
• Applied Studies Diploma
• Other Diplomas & Certificates

Graduation Resources

Below are options for meeting the Commonwealth's graduation requirements.

• Credits for Graduation
• Information for Transfer Students
• Diploma Seals
• Graduation Frequently Asked Questions
• Substitute Tests for Verified Credit
• Credit Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
• Academic & Career Plan

Policy & Initiatives

Policies and initiatives support the commonwealth's vision of college and career readiness for all students.

• Standards of Accreditation
• Early College Scholars Program
• Project Graduation
• Profile of a Virginia Graduate