Check your school district and state graduation requirements
Meet with your school counselor
Review your current credits and remaining required courses
Create an accelerated course plan
Take extra classes during the school year
Enroll in summer school
Take online or virtual classes if approved
Earn dual enrollment or college credits if allowed
Pass required standardized tests or exit exams
Maintain the required GPA
Submit an early graduation request if needed
Get approval from your school administration
Complete all required paperwork and deadlines
Confirm how early graduation affects scholarships, athletics, and financial aid
Make sure your diploma and transcript will reflect graduation status correctly