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Online high school diploma programs and high school courses offered by virtual high schools, universities and other accredited educational institutions in Canada and the United States.
Online High School Diploma Programs & Courses
A high school diploma is becoming more and more important in today's working world as a necessary step towards achieving success. In fact, according the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average high school graduate in 2002 earned approximately $717 per month more than the average person who has not completed high school. And that gap is widening: in 1979, a typical high school graduate could expect to earn an average of $444 per month more than someone without a high school diploma.
You can see the value of a high school diploma, looking at job listings today, many of which require a minimum of completion of high school. In 2004, high school graduates were 70% more likely to be employed than those without a high school diploma (BLS). Naturally, no educational program can guarantee a future salary or employment upon completion; however, having a high school diploma opens up plenty of new employment opportunities that are closed to those without a high school diploma.
What's the difference between a high school diploma and a GED? The GED is an exam comprising five areas: writing skills, social studies, science, interpreting literature, and mathematics. Completion does not give you a high school diploma; you are a "GED holder". Completion of an accredited high school program, including meeting credit requirements, results in the granting of a high school diploma; you are a "high school graduate".
What's best, completing the requirements for a high school diploma is easier than ever. Online programs can offer you the convenience of taking courses through the Internet, at your convenience, and from home. Of course, it's important to verify the accreditation of any school you're considering, to make sure your new high school diploma is worth all the work you've put into it.
Pursue your High School Diploma degree today.
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VirtualHighSchool.com
VirtualHighSchool.com offers highly interactive high school courses online. There are a broad range of courses available from all major subject areas and grade levels. The content of each course follows its designated curriculum guideline and is written by teachers acting within their professional disciplines. Course content covers everything that an in-school course would, except it is within a virtual mode. The registration guidelines for credit courses are set by School Board partners. The School Board grants the course credit to the student upon successful completion of a course. A Secondary School Diploma can be completed through VirtualHighSchool.com, pending the fulfillment of all graduation requirements. Courses meet the new Ontario Ministry of Education guidelines.
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Compuhigh
Compuhigh offers 3 programs to suit the need of homeschoolers, students who need extra credit or a full online high school diploma curriculum:
- CompuHigh Individual Courses
- Whitmore School Diploma Program
- Whitmore School Diploma Plus Program
Compuhigh is nationally accredited by CITA, the Commission on International and Trans-regional Accreditation.
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Christa McAuliffe Academy
Christa McAuliffe Academy uses Platoweb and NovaNET NOW as core curricula for grades 7-12. They are self-paced online tutorial-type programs using rigorous instructional content. Students focus on completing one course at a time, but may switch to a second course temporarily for variety or when waiting for assistance from the mentor. In addition to each online course, students must complete a practical application component. Accredited through the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges and by CITA (the Commission on International and Trans-regional Accreditation).
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Choice 2000 Online High School
CHOICE 2000 is a completely online school covering grades 7 to 12. It is free for students living in Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Imperial, and Orange counties. California residents who live in other counties are prohibited from attending Choice. There is a tuition charge for students living outside of California. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
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Chinook Learning Services
Chinook Learning Services (Alberta, Canada), is the Calgary Board of Education's provider of adult and continuing education, as well as the board's online high school. Online high school courses and programs offered:
- High School Credit
- High School Summer School
- Diploma Exam Preparation
Students can study part-time, full-time, during the day or evenings, in the classroom, online or through self-directed learning.
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Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University's High School Transcript programs are designed to provide high school students with a full curriculum. There are three areas in which you can focus:
- College preparation
- Vocational / technical preparation
- GED preparation
- Adult diploma program
These programs can be used to supplement a traditional high school experience or be used as an alterative method of learning. Accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges and the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation.
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Blueprint Education
Blueprint Education offers distance learning courses, certification and high school diploma programs and services to give teenagers and adults the opportunity to accelerate, remediate, or graduate from school through alternative methods of learning. Online programs include:
- Online Junior and Senior High School Courses
- Standard High School Diploma Program
- College Preparatory High School Diploma Program
Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Bradenton Academy
Bradenton Academy is a college preparatory school offering asynchronous online courses for students in grades 6 through 12. Program options include:
- High school diploma program
- College preparatory diploma program
- Individual Course Credit
- English As A Second Language
- GED Preparation
Bradenton Academy is accredited by The National Association of Independent Schools, The Council for International and trans-Regional Accreditation and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Apex Learning
Apex Learning offers accredited high school online courses in three different tracks: Advance Placement, Foreign Languages and General Studies. Courses are available to both schools and individuals. Accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.
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Home Study International
Home Study International (HSI) is a Christian distance education provider. Students can earn a State of Maryland approved high school diploma when they successfully complete their high school graduation requirements. Courses are available in both print (correspondence) format and online. Grades, transcripts and diplomas are issued by Home Study International, which is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. HSI is also accredited by the Commission on Secondary and Middle Schools of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Accrediting Association of Seventh-day Adventist Schools, Colleges and Universities.
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University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin High School Diploma Program offers online high school courses through Continuing and Extended Education's Distance Education Center. Through this program, students have the opportunity to complete the courses necessary to earn a Texas high school diploma. The curriculum includes courses in English, social studies, science, math, Spanish, computer science, physical education plus electives that are available on CD-ROM and in a printed format. All 50 high school courses are available online, and many courses are available in print format. The UT Austin High School Diploma Program was authorized by the Texas State Board of Education in November of 1998 and is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency. Credit earned may be applied toward high school graduation from Texas high schools in accordance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Recommended High School Program.
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University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School
University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School offers over 100 courses developed and taught by experienced faculty and delivered online or through print. There are more than 60 freshman and sophomore college courses available for dual high school and college credit. The University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School is accredited by the Commission on International and Trans-regional Accreditation (CITA) and by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
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University of Missouri-Columbia High School
The University of Missouri-Columbia High School (MU High School) is a part of the University of Missouri Center for Distance and Independent Study, and is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement. Over 150 courses are offered through a variety of delivery methods including both online and distance learning. Specific credits required to receive a diploma meet the minimum requirements established by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for public schools in the state. MU High School offers two fully accredited four-year high school diplomas a general and a college-prep. Both diplomas may be completed entirely online.
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seeUonline Program
The Matanuska-Susitna School District, Alaska seeUonline program offers all Mat-Su (Alaska) students a rich learning environment with anytime, anywhere flexibility, expanding the resources of a school to the resources of the world. The program's course offerings, largely delivered online, are carefully structured to address both the Alaska State Standards and the Mat-Su's own graduation requirements. Additionally, regularly scheduled, face-to-face, academically enriching activities are available to all seeUonline students.
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North Dakota Division of Independent Study
The Division of Independent Study was established in 1935 by the North Dakota legislature to provide distance education courses for students in grades 5-12. A core curriculum is offered online which encompasses all courses required for high school graduation. Note that course fees are different for residents and non-residents of North Dakota. The Division of Independent Study is regionally accredited through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
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Laurel Springs High School
Laurel Springs High School provides a complete secondary (Grades 9-12) program and academic diploma via online learning and distance education. All required academic courses are offered as well as elective credits, and can work in conjunction with your local community college. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Independent Study Accreditation Council. Based on the rigorous requirements of the State of California, programs meet or exceed State standards and expectations nationwide.
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Kentucky Virtual High School
The Kentucky Virtual High School is a statewide educational service delivering online high school courses to Kentuckians. KVHS high school courses are available for Kentucky middle and high school students and may be taken for high school credit. Many courses may also be taken for Advanced Placement credit, and are so noted in the descriptions of each course within the course catalog. Students seeking dual credit opportunities with Kentucky public colleges and universities should enroll through the Kentucky Virtual University.
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Internet Home School
Internet Home School offers online education for grades 1 - 12. Courses may be taken individually or a core curriculum can be completed to earn a high school diploma. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and by the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation.
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Kentucky Virtual High School
The Kentucky Virtual High School is a statewide educational service delivering online high school courses to Kentuckians. KVHS high school courses are available for Kentucky middle and high school students and may be taken for high school credit. Many courses may also be taken for Advanced Placement credit, and are so noted in the descriptions of each course within the course catalog. Students seeking dual credit opportunities with Kentucky public colleges and universities should enroll through the Kentucky Virtual University.
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Laurel Springs High School
Laurel Springs High School provides a complete secondary (Grades 9-12) program and academic diploma via online learning and distance education. All required academic courses are offered as well as elective credits, and can work in conjunction with your local community college. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the National Independent Study Accreditation Council. Based on the rigorous requirements of the State of California, programs meet or exceed State standards and expectations nationwide.
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North Dakota Division of Independent Study
The Division of Independent Study was established in 1935 by the North Dakota legislature to provide distance education courses for students in grades 5-12. A core curriculum is offered online which encompasses all courses required for high school graduation. Note that course fees are different for residents and non-residents of North Dakota. The Division of Independent Study is regionally accredited through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
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Public Schools
Richard Milburn High School offers a high school diploma program in an asynchronous format online to students who have completed the eighth grade. Accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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seeUonline Program
The Matanuska-Susitna School District, Alaska seeUonline program offers all Mat-Su (Alaska) students a rich learning environment with anytime, anywhere flexibility, expanding the resources of a school to the resources of the world. The program's course offerings, largely delivered online, are carefully structured to address both the Alaska State Standards and the Mat-Su's own graduation requirements. Additionally, regularly scheduled, face-to-face, academically enriching activities are available to all seeUonline students.
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University of Missouri-Columbia High School
The University of Missouri-Columbia High School (MU High School) is a part of the University of Missouri Center for Distance and Independent Study, and is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement. Over 150 courses are offered through a variety of delivery methods including both online and distance learning. Specific credits required to receive a diploma meet the minimum requirements established by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for public schools in the state. MU High School offers two fully accredited four-year high school diplomas a general and a college-prep. Both diplomas may be completed entirely online.
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University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School
University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School offers over 100 courses developed and taught by experienced faculty and delivered online or through print. There are more than 60 freshman and sophomore college courses available for dual high school and college credit. The University of Oklahoma Independent Learning High School is accredited by the Commission on International and Trans-regional Accreditation (CITA) and by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement.
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University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin High School Diploma Program offers online high school courses through Continuing and Extended Education's Distance Education Center. Through this program, students have the opportunity to complete the courses necessary to earn a Texas high school diploma. The curriculum includes courses in English, social studies, science, math, Spanish, computer science, physical education plus electives that are available on CD-ROM and in a printed format. All 50 high school courses are available online, and many courses are available in print format. The UT Austin High School Diploma Program was authorized by the Texas State Board of Education in November of 1998 and is fully accredited by the Texas Education Agency. Credit earned may be applied toward high school graduation from Texas high schools in accordance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Recommended High School Program.
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VirtualHighSchool.com
VirtualHighSchool.com offers highly interactive high school courses online. There are a broad range of courses available from all major subject areas and grade levels. The content of each course follows its designated curriculum guideline and is written by teachers acting within their professional disciplines. Course content covers everything that an in-school course would, except it is within a virtual mode. The registration guidelines for credit courses are set by School Board partners. The School Board grants the course credit to the student upon successful completion of a course. A Secondary School Diploma can be completed through VirtualHighSchool.com, pending the fulfillment of all graduation requirements. Courses meet the new Ontario Ministry of Education guidelines.
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