Brophy’s curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the nation’s most prestigious colleges and universities. The course of study balances rigorous core classes with dynamic electives. Students must complete 27 credits.

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  • > Graduation Requirements

    Art & Innovation6 semesters3.0 credits
    English8 semesters4.0 credits
    Mathematics8 semesters4.0 credits
    Religious Studies8 semesters4.0 credits
    Social Studies6 semesters3.0 credits
    Science (Lab)6 semesters3.0 credits
    World Languages6 semesters3.0 credits
    P.E./Health3 semesters1.5 credits
    Electives2 semesters1.0 credit
    Ignatian Encounter1 semester0.5 credit
  • > Four-Year Course of Study (Typical)

    Freshman Curriculum
    • World Language 1
    • English 1
    • Algebra 1
    • Biology
    • Scripture
    • Fine Arts (1 Semester)
    • Physical Education (1 Semester)
    • Health (1 Semester)
    • Introduction to Innovative Technologies
      (1 Semester)

      (Band or Orchestra can replace Fine Arts and PE can be deferred to a later year for students interested in the music program.)

    Sophomore Curriculum
    • World Language 2
    • English 2
    • Environmental Science or other lab science
    • Geometry
    • Encountering Jesus in the Sacraments
      (1 Semester)
    • History of the Catholic Church
      (1 Semester)
    • Fine or Performing Arts Elective
    • U.S. History
    Junior Curriculum
    • World Language 3
    • English 3
    • Algebra 2
    • Chemistry or other lab science
    • Living the Paschal Mystery (1 Semester)
    • Christian Ethics and Morality (1 Semester)
    • U.S. Government/Economics 
    • Electives (2 Semesters)
    • Ignatian Encounter (1 Semester – Off Campus)





    Senior Curriculum

    • English 4
    • Senior Math Class
    • Senior Synthesis (1 Semester)
    • Religious Studies Elective (1 Semester)
    • Science or World Language Elective
    • Fine or Performing Arts Electives
    • Social Studies Elective
    • Elective (or free period)

       
  • > Advanced Placement Courses


    The Advanced Placement Program, administered by the College Entrance Examination Board, exhibits an impressive record of success at Brophy College Preparatory.
     
    English 3, 4
    Mathematics: Calculus AB
    Calculus BC
    Social Studies: U.S. History
    European History
    World History
    Government / Economics
    Psychology
    Comparative Government
    Language: Latin 4
    Spanish 4, 5
    French 4
    Science: Biology
    Chemistry
    Physics
    Environmental Science
    Seminar
    Fine Arts: Art History
    Studio Art

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