Algebra 2
7th - 8th Grade: DIVE Integrated Chemistry & Physics or if already taken, take DIVE Earth Science
9th - 12th Grade: Has the student taken Integrated Chemistry & Physics or Physical Science (see note)*?
Yes: Take Biology. If completed, take Chemistry if taken, Earth Science
No: Has the student taken Biology?
Yes: DIVE Chemistry
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Ideal Course Sequence
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Grade |
Recommended Science Course |
CLEP/AP Exams (College Credits) |
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7/8th |
Must be Taking Pre-Algebra or Higher |
No CLEP or AP Exam Available |
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8/9th |
DIVE Integrated Chemistry & Physics* (Unless the student is taking the AP Biology exam, ICP is recommended but not required) Must be Taking Algebra 1 or Higher |
No CLEP or AP Exam Available |
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9/10th |
No Math Prerequisite Unless the student is taking the AP Biology exam, Integrated Chemistry & Physics is recommended but not required. Learn More |
AP Biology Exam (8) CLEP Biology Exam (8) |
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10/11th |
Must Be Taking Algebra 2 or Higher |
AP Chemistry Exam (8) CLEP Chemistry Exam (8) |
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11/12th |
(Must be taking Precalculus or higher) This course can be taken as a standard high school course or to prepare for the AP Physics 1 & 2, and C exams. Many students complete part of the course one year, then take the AP Physics 1&2 exams. The following year, complete the book and take one or both of the AP Physics C exams.** OR TAKE |
AP Physics 1 & 2 Exams (8) AP Physics C Exams (8) Must be taking Calculus or higher |
*DIVE ICP (similar to Physical Science) provides excellent preparation for Biology. Learn More
**The DIVE + Saxon Physics course can be completed in one year or spread over two years. Learn More: AP Physics
*** DIVE EARTH SCIENCE can be taken as a middle school or high school course. Most colleges consider a high school Earth Science course as a distinguished course.
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