The following information constitutes the minimum requirements for an ArchwayOnline (AO) Diploma. It is the parent’s responsibility to work with an AO Academic Advisor and the student to build a plan of study that fits the student’s goals. 

AO’s requirements are in line with the State of TN’s requirements for earning a diploma. If a family does not reside in TN, that family is responsible for ensuring a student completes any additional coursework needed to satisfy individual state guidelines or college admissions requirements. 

Students must meet the following criteria prior to being issued a diploma from AO: 

• Satisfy all payment requirements including Senior Fees. 
• Satisfy all 22 credit requirements:
  • English – 4 credits
  • Math – 4 credits
  • Natural Sciences – 3 credits
  • US History – 1 credit
  • Social Studies – 2 credits
  • Personal Finance – .5 credit
  • Physical Education – 1 credit
  • Health/Wellness – .5 credit
  • Electives – 6 credits
• Tuition payments will cease the month following graduation once all requirements for graduation have been met:
  • Senior Fee received
  • Final Survey completed and returned
  • Elective Credits submitted for review
  • Transcript Review completed by Academic Advisor