Although De Anza cannot grant a high school diploma, many high schools in the area recommend that students 18 years of age or older complete their high school requirements by taking college courses. A student who chooses to obtain a diploma in this way should obtain a statement from the principal or a counselor of the high school indicating: - The subjects necessary for completion of the requirements for graduation and the number of quarter credits in each;
- Suggestions, if possible, of De Anza courses which may satisfy these high school requirements;
- The total number of quarter credits required, including electives; and
- Acceptance of credit for courses taken at De Anza.
The California State Department of Education has recommended that equivalent credit be granted on a two-to-one ratio as follows: - Two college units equal four high school semester periods.
- Four college units equal eight high school semester periods.
Upon completion of the college course, the student should request the De Anza registrar to send a transcript of his or her college record to the high school. If courses which fulfill high school graduation requirements do not constitute a full program, the student may enroll in additional courses for college credit for which he or she qualifies. |