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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.