Adult High School Diploma

The Adult High School Diploma offered through Linn-Benton Community College meets all requirements for a high school diploma as established by the State of Oregon Department of Education. Students wishing to participate must complete the following requirements before meeting with the Adult High School Diploma Coordinator:

Pre-entry:
  • Apply for Admission (Fee = $25)
  • Take Computerized Placement Tests (CPT- reading, writing, math) Available at LBCC Albany (917-4781), Corvallis (757-8944), Lebanon (259-5800), Sweet Home (367-6901). Phone for an appointment; must show ID.

Meet with AHSD Advisor for preliminary evaluation of transcript and to discuss options. (Advisor prefers the transcript be provided prior to appointment, either faxed or mailed).

Entry requirements:

  • If 16 or 17 years old - must provide a Release from Compulsory Attendance Form - available from AHSD Advisor, if program is determined to be appropriate placement.
  • Complete an LBCC/AHSD orientation. (Date assigned after all other entry requirements are fulfilled.)
Course work requirements - 22 high school credits:
Language Arts - 3 credits (1 credit must be writing)
Mathematics - 2 credits
Science - 2 credits
Social Sciences - 3 credits (include US history, government, global studies)
Health Education - 1 credit
Physical Education - 1 credit
Applied Arts, Fine Arts, or Second Language - 1 credit
Electives - 9 credits

Graduation requirements:
  • At least 3 college credits completed at LBCC (must have 2.0 GPA)
  • Apply for graduation.
  • Exit proficiencies in reading, writing, and math
Quick Facts:
Academic admissions standards: Accepted scores for credit are 3, 4, or 5, depending on the subject
Do I need to apply for admissions? Yes. And complete an orientation.
Do I have to take the Computerized Placement Tests? Yes. And in some cases score at certain levels.
Do I need to be enrolled in high school? Yes, if 16 or 17; or be home schooled; or be released from compulsory attendance.
Is a referral or permission required? Yes. After completing the Pre-Entry Requirements, meet with the AHSD Coordinator.
Enrollment limit: None
Cost: AHSD students pay the same tuition and fees as all other students. There are no additional fees.
LBCC Contact for additional questions: Adult High School Diploma Coordinator, 541-917-4753. (Not available during summer).