Adult High School Diploma

Earn your high school diploma!

Curriculum

To earn an adult high school diploma, you must complete 22 credits in the following disciplines:

English 4 Credits | US History 1 Credit | US Government 1 Credit | Science 2 Credits | Mathematics 3 Credits | Computer Literacy 0.5 Credit | Health/Life Skills 0.5 Credit | Humanities 1 Credit | Job Readiness/Career Exploration 1.5 Credits | Electives 7.5 Credits

Students born on or before October 15, 1968 only require 16 course credits for high school diploma completion. Credits must include these nine core courses: 4 English, 2 Math, 1 Science, 1 US History, and 1 Social Studies.

Past class offerings include:

  • Critical Reading Skills & Paragraph Writing
  • Explorations in Science
  • Grammar & Sentence Skills
  • Math: Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
  • Pre-Algebra
  • Reading Comprehension
  • US Government
  • US History

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to start?

You must:

  • be at least 17 years old
  • have officially withdrawn from high school
  • have reliable transportation to and from classes

How long will it take to earn my diploma?

It depends on your available credits and schedule. We do not require students to take classes full time although the fewer classes you take, the longer it will take to earn the course credits required to earn a high school diploma.

Do I have to live in Old Orchard Beach or Saco?

No, you can live in any town in Maine, as long as you have reliable transportation to and from your classes.

How to Get Started

Call the high school you last attended to get a copy of your high school transcript

Schedule an intake appointment and assessment:

Bring your social security number and any documentation from previous schooling or testing. This helps us to determine your available credits and assess your needs quickly.