Curriculum Guide for RLHS
The following are the requirements for graduation from RLHS
| Class | Number of Credits |
|---|---|
| Theology | 4 credits, 1/2 credit for each semester of attendance |
| English | 4 credits |
| Social Studies | 3 credits |
| Math | 2 credits based on placement |
| Science | 2 credits |
| Fine Arts / Industrial Arts | 1 credit |
| Health | 1/2 credit |
| Information Processing | 1/2 credit |
| Physical Education | 1/2 credit for each full year of attendance |
| Electives | 4 credits |
Minimum to Graduate - 23 Credits
Most students take seven credits per year. 7 credits x 4 years = 28 credits
Common college preparatory courses
| Class | Number of Credits |
|---|---|
| English | 4 credits |
| Math | 3 credits, Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II |
| Science | 3 credits with lab experience |
| Social Studies | 3 credits |
| Foreign Language | 2 credits of the same language |
| Additional Academic / Fine Arts | 2 credits |
College Admission Criteria
Four-year colleges also tend to use the information listed below to determine admission. The degree to which each school uses this information varies from institution to institution.
- Class Rank
- Grade Point Average
- ACT/SAT scores
- Strength of schedule
- Recommendations
- Personal Essay
- Interviews
- Activities and Awards
Lutheran High School Code for ACT/SAT registration: 501-915