| Academics at MUS |
| Graduation Requirements |
|  The academic program of Memphis University School covers six years, divided into Lower School (Grades 7 and 8) and Upper School (Grades 9 through 12). The year is divided into two semesters, and each student is required to take five credit courses each semester.
The academic program is oriented toward college preparation and provides opportunities that are adequate for entrance into any college in the United States. Intensive alternatives are available in the accelerated and Advanced Placement (AP) courses, which are offered in a number of disciplines. The AP program is offered in the upper grades. Upon completion of an AP course, a student may apply for credit and/or advanced placement in the college or university that he will attend.
Graduation Requirements* For the Class of 2008 English ................................................................................. 4 units Mathematics (Upper School – excluding Statistics) .....................3 units Foreign Language (2 years of the same language in grades 9-12) .....................2 units Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) .................................. 2 units History (1½ units United States and 1 unit European)....................2½ units Fine Arts .................................................................................1 unit Religion (½ unit Grade 9; ½ unit Grade 11 or 12) .......................1 unit Electives .............................................................................. 2½ units Physical Education ..................................................................3 units 21 units For the Class of 2009 and following The requirements for the Class of 2008 apply with these changes: History (1½ units United States, 1 unit European, and ½ unit U.S. Government) ............................................ 3 units Electives ................................................................................2 units
*A unit is described as a year of course work. A student must earn at least four credits in the senior year and must be in residence one full year to obtain the University Diploma. While the University Diploma satisfies the minimum Memphis University School graduation requirements, it is important that both students and parents consult various colleges concerning their specific entrance requirements.
Lower School Curriculum Seventh Grade English Mathematics (Pre-Algebra or Accelerated Algebra I) Social Studies/Old Testament Earth Science/Spanish Art/Vocabulary, Computer, and Research Studies Physical Education
Eighth Grade English Mathematics (Algebra Essentials, Algebra I, Accelerated Algebra I, or Accelerated Geometry) Ancient and Medieval History Latin I Physical Science Physical Education
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