High School/Secondary Diploma Programs

Regular/General High School/Secondary Diploma Program.

An instructional program that defines the prescribed minimum requirements specified by a state, province, or other jurisdiction for completion of, and graduation from an undifferentiated regular secondary school program representing 12 academic years of schooling intended for school-age students. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program.

An instructional program that defines the prescribed requirements, specified by a state, province, or other jurisdiction, for completion of, and graduation from, a secondary school program of academic subject matter designed to meet typical college and university entrance requirements. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

Vocational High School and Secondary Business/Vocational-Industrial/Occupational Diploma Program.

An instructional program that defines the prescribed requirements, specified by a state, province, or other jurisdiction, for high school/secondary school graduation in a vocational program -- together with other required subject matter, and that may prepare individuals for specific occupations or direct labor market entry. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program.

An instructional program that defines the prescribed requirements, specified by a state, province, or other jurisdiction for high school/secondary school graduation in an academic or vocational program at a prescribed level of outstanding scholastic performance, or via meeting special requirements beyond the minimum. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

Adult High School/Secondary Diploma Program.

An instructional program that defines the prescribed requirements, specified by a state, province, or other jurisdiction for the completion of, and graduation from a secondary school program of academic subject matter offered for adult learners outside of the regular secondary school program. This does not include adult compensatory education programs resulting in completion of a high school equivalency certificate or diploma. This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.

High School/Secondary Diploma Programs, Other.

Any high school/secondary diploma program not listed above, such as diplomas awarded to special education students for completion of an individualized education plan (IEP). This CIP code is not valid for IPEDS reporting.