Is the General diploma still a HS diploma?

Is the General diploma still a HS diploma?


The General diploma is still an accredited, HS diploma that the student can use to apply to colleges, jobs, etc.. The Academic diploma is more college-bound oriented, but this does not mean a General-Diploma student cannot be successful in gaining admission to colleges/universities. The only differences between the General Diploma and the Academic Diploma are:

1. General Diploma does not require foreign language credits. Of course, a General-diploma student can still take 2 years of foreign language.

2. General Diploma allows students that struggle with HS English to take the easier American Literature and World Literature courses after completing Literature and Composition (9th grade English) and Literature and Composition II (10th grade English).

To see the specific requirements for the General Diploma: https://www.setonhome.org/admissions/advanced-and-general-diplomas/
To see the specific requirements of the Academic Diploma: https://www.setonhome.org/admissions/diploma-requirements/

Keep in mind that the name of the diploma ("General" or "Academic") is not displayed on the student's transcript. The college will not see "General" or "Academic" distinctions. They will only see the courses, grades, and credits the student receives. Colleges do not care about the title of a student's diploma. 

Further discussion of our diploma tracks and changes is given here: https://www.setonhome.org/diploma-track-changes-2023/

When determining a student's competitiveness for any scholarship, college, or university, always consult that specific school's/scholarship's website and/or admissions counselors. Some schools like to see specific courses but require others.