General Education and Diploma Requirements

The purpose of this site is to provide guidance regarding general education regulations and diploma requirements in New York State.

Information on this site includes:

General Resources (includes Part 100 Regulations)
Appeals, Safety Nets, and Superintendent Determination
Diploma Credit Requirements (includes guidance for 9-12 ENL and Bilingual Education Programs)
Diploma Types (includes Diploma and Graduation Resources)
Endorsements and Seals
Exiting Credentials (CDOS Standalone / Skills & Achievement)
Multiple Pathways
Transfer Students (includes Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children)

For further questions and comments, email emscurric@nysed.gov (general questions) or emscgradreq@nysed.gov (questions related to graduation requirements), or call (518) 474-5922.