Academics
Novi operates on a 7:15 a.m. to 2:01 p.m. schedule, which as of 2011-2012 includes six periods and a break for lunch, divided into three sessions. Up until 2010-2011 the schedule was four blocks. Although there are six available periods, students may opt to take some courses, such as Jazz Band or IB Theory of Knowledge, after sixth period if demand is high enough. Furthermore, the school provides students with the opportunity of taking courses not offered at Novi High School at institutions that do, such as Schoolcraft College and the University of Michigan. Novi uses semester scheduling, providing students flexibility and a broader range of course options.
Novi offers 15 Advanced Placement courses as well as numerousInternational Baccalaureate courses, and also the IB Diploma if desired. The school also offers many vocational courses including the option to take some of them at the nearby Oakland Technical Center. In addition, the school offers a Computer-Aided Design Tech Prep program which qualifies its participants for seven college credits at Oakland Community College.
Novi traditionally sends a vast majority of its students to colleges and universities, with large numbers attending Michigan State University, Central Michigan University, the University of Michigan, Western Michigan University, Wayne State University and Grand Valley State University. Students also score among the highest average in the state in both the SAT and the ACT. A number of Novi students have received National Merit Scholarship accolades. A high number of students also received the Promise Scholarship, but this scholarship has since been taken away in 2009.
Novi high school is also highly known for having a very diverse student body. The Asian population is especially high for its location, boasting around 12%. The education system, auto industry, and strong Chinese community is what draws Asian parents to the city of Novi.
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