Maryland Scholars Requirements

For students entering high school in the 2025-2026 school year, the Maryland Scholars program recognizes students who have taken a rigorous course of study throughout high school. Students recognized for this distinction meet the requirements outlined below.

1. Credit Requirements:

Students must complete the specified credits as part of the 21 credit requirement to receive the distinction of a Maryland Scholars:

• English – 4 Credits

• Mathematics – 4 Credits (Through Algebra 2)

• Science – 3 Credits (Lab Sciences)

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Physics*

• Social Studies – 3 Credits

  • United States History 

  • Government

  • Modern World History

• Fine Arts (Visual Arts, Music, Theatre) – 1 Credit

• PE / Health – 1.5 Credits

• Technology Education – 1 Credit

• World Language – 2 Credits in the same World Language

*Rigorous lab science substitutions for Physics may be selected from the following list of courses: AP Physics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, or AP Environmental Science.

2. Cumulative Grade Point Average Requirement:

Students must obtain at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.