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History

The Michigan Merit Curriculum was signed into law in 2006 and phased in through 2011, raising rigor statewide. Subsequent amendments added flexibility through personal curriculum options and expanded career-technical pathways.

Subject areas

English Language Arts

4 credits required

Since 2006

  • English 9
  • English 10
  • English 11
  • English 12
  • AP English

Core MMC requirement since 2006 implementation.

Mathematics

4 credits required

Since 2006

  • Algebra I
  • Geometry
  • Algebra II
  • Statistics
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Calculus

Fourth math credit may include career-tech math with approval.

Science

3 credits required

Since 2006

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Earth Science
  • AP Sciences

Social Studies

3 credits required

Since 2006

  • U.S. History
  • World History/Geography
  • Civics
  • Economics

Physical Education & Health

1 credits required

Since 2006

  • Health
  • Physical Education
  • Integrated PE/Health

Visual, Performing, or Applied Arts

1 credits required

Since 2006

  • Art
  • Music
  • Theater
  • Applied Arts
  • CTE arts pathway