How to Aquire a High School Diploma Online
In the United States, earning a high school diploma is considered a rite of passage. A completed high school education is a requirement for most jobs, and it is also a prerequisite for admittance to college. For adults who dropped out of school before obtaining their diploma, or for high school students who prefer to learn independently, there is a way to earn a high school diploma online.
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Enroll in An Online High School
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Research your options. There are several online school programs that offer diplomas (see the Resources section for links to some directories). Some of the programs require a few months of study, while others require you to only pass one test to receive your diploma. Determine which method is best for you.
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Consider an online home school program. Online home school programs, such as greatlakesacademy.com, offer a full high school program for a monthly fee ($150, as of 2011) along with the diploma exam and diploma. The final cost depends on how many courses you need to take before you receive your diploma.
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Consider an online GED/Diploma Program. A GED/Diploma program allows you to sit for the GED test without attending additional courses and are offered through programs such as the John Adams Virtual School (johnadams-edu.us). The cost for a GED program ranges from $299 to $499, as of 2011.
Earn Your Diploma
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Complete required courses, or submit proof of education.
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Study for the final exam.
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Take the final exam. Some websites, such as woodfieldhighschool.com, offer the exam online. Others will send you the exam, and you will be responsible for finding a certified teacher to monitor you while you take it.
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