Our Curriculum
Incarnate Word Academy’s curriculum is designed to prepare an IWA graduate for her lifelong journey as a learner. We believe that the real value of an IWA education is found in the critical thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills that our graduates will use to identify a problem and develop tomorrow’s extraordinary solutions.
IWA asks students to value curiosity, diverse ideas, and new experiences just as much as they value rigor when selecting a course load. Academic counselors help students meet their goals by creating personally-challenging schedules that include foundational college preparatory courses, over 30 honors and AP classes, as well as enriching electives.
Graduation Requirements
The following 28 credits are required for graduation:
- 4 Theology
- 4 English
- 4 Mathematics
- 4 Science
- 3 Social Studies
- 3 World Languages
- 1 Fine Arts
- 1 Physical Education
- 1 Academic Elective
- .5 Government
- .5 Economics
- .5 Computer Science
- .5 Health
- .5 Leading with Character and Academics
What courses might I take each year?
Elective, Honors, and Advanced Placement Courses
- Honors Courses
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Dual Credit
- Arts Electives
- Computer Science Elective Courses
- Leadership Elective Courses
- Academic Elective Courses
- Athletic Elective Courses