Diploma Requirements Archive
The resources on this page summarize high school diploma requirements established by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Please refer to Section 100.5 of the Commissioner’s Regulations for complete information including alternatives for fulfilling the diploma requirements. Also note that local educational agencies may also establish additional requirements beyond those established by the NYSED.
- New York State Diploma Requirements Applicable to All Students Enrolled in Grades 9-12 (yellow chart), updated March 2021
- New York State Diploma Requirements Applicable to All Students Enrolled in Grades 9-12 (green chart), updated July 2020
- New York State Diploma Requirements Applicable to All Students Enrolled in Grades 9-12 (blue chart), updated January 2019
- New York State Diploma Requirements Applicable to All Students Enrolled in Grades 9-12(orange chart), updated January 2018
- Requirements for Grade 9 students entering 2008-2015
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- Comprehensive Chart 2005-2014
Summary of Diploma Requirements for Students First Entering Grade 9 in:
For further questions and comments, email emscgradreq@nysed.gov or call (518) 474-5922.