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Walter Payton College Prep


Math, Science, & World Language Academy


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Graduation Requirements


The left of the chart represents high school graduation requirements for every Chicago Public School. The right reflects the recommendations of the Walter Payton College Prep Curriculum.


Graduation RequirementsRecommended College Prep
4.0 English4.0 English
3.0 Mathematics4.0 Mathematics
3.0 Science4.0 Science
2.0 World Language4.0 World Language
3.0 Social Science3.0 Social Science
2.0 Fine Arts2.0 Fine Arts
2.0 Physical Education2.0 Physical Education
2.0 College-Career Pathways0.0 College-Career Pathways
3.0 Electives5.0 Electives
Student AdvisoryStudent Advisory
40 hrs Community Service40 hrs Community Service

24 Credits

28 Credits


  1. All courses offered are college preparatory courses.

  2. All courses are offered at the honors or advanced placement level.

  3. A program of courses is developed at a conference with the students, his/her parents or guardians, and an advisor.

  4. Each student must pass an examination on the Declaration of Independence, the flag of the United States, the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Illinois.

  5. Students must complete 40 hours of Service Learning activities prior to graduation.