To receive a High School Diploma from the State of Texas (Harris County), within the context of the French education system, the Lycée International de Houston students must obtain a minimum of 22 credits. Seventeen of these credits must be in the subjects specified below. The additional minimum of five elective units may come from offerings in any curricular area. Our students generally exceed these requirements. American High School Diploma Requirements: – 6 credits in Mathematics and Science* – 4 credits English – 2 credits French – 3 credits in Social Studies (1 credit in U.S. History)* – 2 credits in a 3rd language – 1 credit in Physical Education *Classes may be taught in English or French The American high school diploma is awarded to all students who have met this requirement. High School Credits 1 credit in high school equals 120 hours of classwork, or 160 45-minute periods.