New York State Regents Examinations (Grades 9-12)

High school students are scheduled for subject-specific Regents examinations upon the completion of certain courses. Regents exams are used to assess mastery of the state learning standards, as well as to determine eligibility for graduation and type diploma received. Students must achieve passing scores on five examinations in order to be considered eligible for a high school diploma:

  • English Language Arts
  • Integrated Algebra
  • Biology or Earth Science
  • Global History & Geography
  • US History & Government

Additional examinations in mathematics, science, and a foreign language are required for students seeking an Advanced Regents diploma.

Regents examinations are scheduled to be given each June, with make-up exams available in August.  Regents examinations will also be offered in January 2012 to students who have not yet achieved the minimum score needed to meet diploma requirements.  Examination dates and schedules will be posted here after they are announced by the State Education Department.

Use the links below to locate additional information about New York State Regents examinations: