Requirements for a DeLaSalle diploma include:

• 4 years of Theology (for transfers, credit required for each semester enrolled)
• 4 years of English
• 3.5 years of Social Studies
• 3 years of Mathematics
• 3 years of Science
• 2 years of a single Modern Language
• 1 year of Fine Arts
• 1 semester credit in Health is required in Grade 10, 11, or 12
• 1 semester credit of Physical Education 9
• 1 additional semester in Physical Education in Grade 10, 11, or 12 and may be fulfilled either as a course or by administrative exemption, upon fulfilling requirements for a waiver
• 1 semester of Economics/Personal Finance
• Passing the Service Learning requirements
• 46 minimum semester credits are required for graduation

For all students, common requirements in sequence:

• Four years of English are required in Grades 9-12.
  • English 10 or AP Seminar: English 10
  • AP English 12 (2) or College Preparation English 12 (1) and English Required Choice (1): True Crime, Dystopian, Creative Writing
• For entering ninth graders, four years of Theology are required in Grades 9-12.
  • Theology requirements for Grade 11 and 12 include one required semester course plus a choice of one semester elective.
  • Incoming transfer students must earn one Theology credit for each semester of attendance.
• Service Learning is introduced in Grade 9 and must be completed by the end of the first semester of Grade 12.
• One semester of Social Studies in Grade 9 (World History), plus one full year in Grade 10 (Modern World History and Geography) and Grade 11 (U.S. History or AP U.S. History), and two course choices in Grade 12 (of which one course must be U.S. Government (one semester) or AP U.S. Government (full year), plus one course choice among Anthropology, Economics, or Psychology.
• Reqired Choice for all but grad class 2026 (their previous choices hold): Anthropology (1), Psychology (1), AP African American Studies (2) or Hispanic Culture and Society (2)
• Three years of Mathematics are required.
• Three years of Science are required, to include at least one full year of a Physical Sciences course, a full year of a Biological/Life Sciences course, and a full year of Chemistry.
• Biology/Honors Biology required of 9th grade
• Chemistry/Honors Chemistry open to 10-12 (encouraged to be in or have passed Algebra II)
• Two years of a single Modern Language are required.
• One year of Fine Arts is required and may be taken in any grade.
• One semester of Physical Education is required in Grade 9.
• One semester credit in Health is required in Grade 10, 11, or 12.
• One semester credit in Physical Education: Wellness is required in Grade 10, 11, or 12, and may be fulfilled either as a course or by administrative exemption, by fulfilling requirements of a Physical Education waiver.
• AP Macroeconomics, Economics, or Personal Finance are required
  for graduation (starting with class of 2027).

1. All students must register for at least six credits each semester. Seven courses can be taken, or six courses and one non-credit study hall.
2. A $350.00 non-refundable registration deposit must be paid to confirm enrollment for the 2024-25 school year. For new students, the registration deposit is paid at the time of registration. Under the Continuous Enrollment model, returning students will have the registration deposit added to the current year’s tuition agreement for the March statement.
3. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient number of students registered or change in personnel. A student’s alternative course selections will be used in the case of course cancellation. NOTE: Preference for alternate course selections will be granted to upperclass students who registered in advance of all deadlines.
4. Course Drop/Add Policies: Students are advised to choose courses wisely: The master schedule and instructional personnel are set to accommodate those courses chosen in the spring of the year. If a parent or a student requests a schedule change, it will be governed by the following policies. Students who do not adhere to the policies will not receive credit for classes.
   • Once a semester has begun, both the parents and teachers involved must give written approval for a schedule change on a Drop/Add Form, which is available in the Guidance Office or the Registrar.
   • If a class is already filled, a request to add that class will not be honored. DeLaSalle is committed to keeping class sizes small and balanced and will not accommodate a change if it means overloading a class. (Note: This may also involve other classes affected by the change).
   • Students must follow their current schedule until they receive a new schedule.
   • Schedule changes will not be made to accommodate requests for specific teachers or for lunch wave.
   • A senior who wishes to be a Teacher Aide and receive credit for the course must complete the Teacher Aide form - with all appropriate signatures - and return it to Registrar during the first week of the semester. Students may not be a Teacher Aide and also have a study hall during the same semester.
   • Courses dropped during the first two weeks of a semester will not appear on a student’s transcript. Any course dropped in week 3 or later in the semester will appear as a W (withdrawn) on their transcript.

College admission requirements vary widely based on the type of institution and intended program of study. DeLaSalle offers a college-preparatory curriculum designed to support a broad range of postsecondary pathways—from highly selective four-year universities to community colleges and technical programs.

As students advance through high school, particularly in grades 11 and 12, they have increasing opportunities to select courses that align with their academic goals and interests. Students are encouraged to pursue an appropriately challenging course load that meets high school graduation requirements while also preparing them for their next steps after high school.

In general, most four-year colleges expect applicants to have completed:

• 4 years of English
• 3–4 years of Mathematics*
• 3–4 years of Social Studies*
• 3–4 years of Lab Science**
• At minimum, 2 years of the same Modern World Language

Students aiming for highly selective college admission should plan to exceed minimum requirements, including advanced coursework across core subjects and continued study in a modern world language.

All students are strongly encouraged to research the specific admission requirements and course recommendations at the colleges or programs they are considering. DeLaSalle academic and college counselors are available to help students make informed decisions about course selection and postsecondary planning.

*Varies based on college major and college selectivity.
**Completion of biology, chemistry, and physics, as well as a potential 4th year of science, are recommended for students pursuing science-related fields or selective colleges.

Students interested in participating in collegiate athletics should begin planning early in high school to ensure they meet both athletic standards and academic eligibility requirements. Early and intentional planning is essential. DeLaSalle encourages prospective student-athletes to work closely with their coach and college counselor to stay on track.

All students who meet DeLaSalle High School graduation requirements will have completed the NCAA academic core course requirements. However, NCAA Division I and II programs also require student-athletes to meet minimum GPA standards in these core courses. Detailed eligibility requirements are available through the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Students exploring athletic opportunities at NAIA institutions should review academic and eligibility guidelines at playnaia.org.

Our 3-day bell schedule allows for students to take at least six credits each semester. Seven courses can be taken, or six courses and one non-credit study hall. Below is a sample schedule.