To graduate, every Rice student must accumulate a minimum of 24 credits. These credits must include the following:
English | 4 credits |
Religion* | 4 credits |
Social Studies | 3 credits (including US History) |
Science | 3 credits |
Mathematics | 3 credits |
Foreign Language | 2 credits (of the same language) |
Fine Arts | 1 credit |
Physical Education** | 1 credit |
Health*** | .5 credit |
*All students, regardless of faith, take a Religion course each year they attend Rice. Freshmen: Scripture, Sophomores: Catholic Faith and Sacraments, Juniors: Morality and Social Justice, Seniors: Catholicism Today, Honors Philosophy, or World Religion
**Rice does not offer Physical Education classes. Credit is earned by participation in athletics, an active gym membership, and/or demonstrated wellness activities.
***All students are required to take a half credit of Health. Rice offers an online health course for students and transfers who need to fulfill this requirement.