At a glance
Utah requires 24 credits with no exit exam. Requirements include financial literacy and digital studies, and districts may add more.
Credit & course requirements
Utah’s 24 credits include 4 English, 3 math, 3 science, 3.5 social studies, 1.5 PE, 0.5 health, 0.5 financial literacy, 0.5 digital studies, 1.5 arts, 1 CTE, and electives.
Testing to graduate
No exit exam. Utah students take state assessments (Utah Aspire Plus / RISE and the ACT), but a passing academic score is not required to graduate.
Diploma types & honors
Utah issues a standard diploma, with honors and the Seal of Biliteracy available. Districts may add designations.
Alternative pathways
Concurrent enrollment, AP/IB, and CTE offer accelerated and cost-saving pathways.
Other requirements
Utah requires financial literacy and digital studies courses. Confirm details with your district.
Tips for families
- Get your district’s exact listThe state sets minimums; your district may require more — ask the counselor
- Plan credits earlyMap four years of courses in 9th grade so nothing is missed
- Know the assessment rulesWhether a test is required to graduate, and the backup pathways
- Aim beyond the minimumCollege-bound students often need more than the graduation minimum
- Track progress yearlyCheck the transcript each year against the requirements
Frequently asked questions
- How many credits does Utah require?The state sets a minimum, but your district may require more — confirm locally.
- Does Utah require a test to graduate?No — Utah has no exit exam; a passing test score is not required to graduate.
- Are there different diploma types?Yes — plus honors designations and seals; see the diplomas section.
- What if my student is behind on credits?Talk to the counselor about credit recovery and alternative pathways.
- Where do I confirm the exact requirements?Your school counselor, district, and the state department of education.
At a glance
- Credits24
- Exit exam?No
- AlsoFinancial literacy & digital studies
- DistrictsMay require more
- Confirm withYour district
Where to confirm
Confirm your student’s exact requirements with the state and your district: