Graduation Requirements
Illinois Board of Higher Education Requirements
The following admission requirements apply to most state universities in Illinois. These course requirements are used in combination with college test scores, GPA, and class rank to determine admissions eligibility. Please be aware that all colleges/universities vary in their freshman admission requirements.
Subject Area | Min. Credits | Specific Courses |
|---|---|---|
English | 4 | Emphasizing written and oral communications and literature |
Mathematics | 4 | Emphasizing algebra, geometry, trigonometry, or fundamentals of computer programming |
Science | 3 | Emphasizing natural science or agricultural science |
Social Studies | 3 | Emphasizing history & Government |
Vocational Education, Fine Arts, Foreign Language | 2 | Two years of the same language OR two years of fine arts, including art or music |