Is U.S. Career Institute accredited?

U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

When does the program start?

Once you have enrolled in our online high school you will receive an email within 24 hours with your student information and access to your first course, HS002- Strategies for Academic Success.

Am I eligible to take this high school diploma program in my state?

If you live in any of the 50 states, you are eligible to take our diploma program: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

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California Online High School

Students in California looking for alternative options to traditional high school may consider an online high school option, like U.S. Career Institute’s Online High School. Our program offers comprehensive curriculums for students in all states, including California. Online high school provides students the ability to learn at their own pace without the distractions typically associated with traditional schools. U.S. Career Institute prides itself in creating a high school program that is accessible to all students looking to receive their high school diploma, regardless of age! Our program is great for all students in California, from adults to traditional students, anyone can get their high school diploma, online, at their own pace, from the comfort of their home!

Who We Serve

California Online High School for Teens
9+ Months • $49/month

Traditional high school doesn’t work for everyone. For teens struggling with the normal classroom setting in California, online high school has many benefits and can be an excellent option. U.S. Career Institute’s Online High School offers a comprehensive curriculum that students can complete on their own time, at their own pace!

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California Online High School for Adults
9+ Months • $49/month

Adults in California who have received their high school diploma make on average $7,307 more a year* than those who haven’t. U.S. Career Institute’s online high school program for adults gives individuals in California the opportunity to get their high school diploma online, regardless of how long it has been since they were in school.

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California Online Homeschool
9+ Months • $49/month

Parents in California who are looking for an online homeschool curriculum will find that our high school program is the perfect solution! Our accredited program covers Colorado education standards and offers well-balanced courses that are self-paced and 100% online! Making it the perfect option for a homeschool curriculum!

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Why Get a High School Diploma Online in California?

California has one of the lowest graduation rates in the country, with only 83%* of high school students receiving their high school diplomas. Individuals in California who have dropped out of high school or are considering dropping out have options available with U.S. Career Institute’s online high school program. Our program is designed to help students who struggle in certain subjects, like math, have the time they need to fully understand the course material before moving on. Students focus on one to two courses at a time, moving on when they feel ready! With U.S. Career Institute, students in California can get their high school diploma online, at their own pace, whenever works best for their schedule.

Adults who have dropped out of high school in California may feel that the only choice they have is to take their GED test but there are still options available to get a high school diploma. Although a GED and a high school diploma are similar, there are some important differences that should be considered when deciding to get a high school diploma or GED.

Required High School Courses & Classes

Whether you are in California or another state, every high school student is required to complete a certain number of course credits for each subject. U.S. Career Institute’s Online High School follows the Colorado standards for education, but a student in any state can complete our program and receive their high school diploma. Along with traditional classes, like math, science, and english, U.S. Career Institute offers a variety of electives as well as career-path programs that allow students to take electives that can give them a headstart in the career field of their choice!

California Vocational High School Online

U.S. Career Institute’s online high school career pathways, or vocational pathway, allows students to choose from a selection of electives that will help them get a jumpstart in their chosen career. California students interested in entering the business, healthcare, veterinary services, paralegal studies, and fitness fields after graduation can start taking classes while still in high school. Student interested in our vocational pathways program can get more information on our career pathways page!

This approach allows students to connect their Florida online high school experience with potential career directions while still completing their accredited diploma at their own pace. To learn more about available options, visit our career pathways page.

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit. Study on your phone or computer!

Transfer Credits Accepted

Up to 18 previous high school credits can be transferred for a savings of up to $249!

Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 45 Years in Business, 4.8 out of 5 TrustScore, Accredited by the DEAC and MSA-CESS, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.

Program Reviews

The online high school program is great so far. It is less stressful on my mental health and more manageable for my day to day life. It only takes me less than a few hours total to finish lessons and the work I do online is kinda easy so far. I'm glad I've signed up for this program.

Gianni High School Student

We've gotten fast responses to our questions and the instructors have been proactive in reaching out to us. This is our first semester with U.S. Career Institute and we're looking forward to the rest of Abby's learning experience here.

Will S. Parent/Guardian of High School Student

I have about a million questions before transitioning my teenager from public school to this program and they were AMAZING! The people I was working with were very responsive, answered everything and were so helpful. My daughter started today and I can't wait to see how it goes from here.

Glenna Parent/Guardian of High School Student

I decided to go back to high school after experiencing chronic health issues that prevented me from graduating. Now that I am graduated, I plan to go to my local college to study chemistry. U.S. Career Institute definitely prepared me for my college major with their amazing science classes. I originally enrolled in U.S. Career Institute after I saw an ad on YouTube, I decided it was time to move on to better things. My favorite part about U.S. Career Institute High School student was actually the staff. I had to have emailed them over 50 times and they always loved to help me. What sets U.S. Career Institute apart from other online schools is definitely how much they care about the quality of coursework and their students. I would recommend U.S. Career Institute High School to anyone looking to graduate because you could go at your own pace, while getting a great education. My advice to anyone still in high school or wanting to go back: absolutely go for it. I will be starting college this summer and I would have never done it without U.S. Career Institute!

Emma R. High School Student

My experience was great. I was able to get my son in school with no problem and now he is about to finish and become a high school graduate.

Tyra Parent/Guardian of High School Student

Tuition and Financing

U.S. Career Institute’s online high school is designed to meet the needs of all students who want to get their high school diploma. Whether you are an adult who wants to return to finish school, a parent looking for a homeschool curriculum, or a traditional student looking for alternative high school options, our program will meet your needs! If you are looking for an affordable, self-paced program then look no further than U.S. Career Institute!

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U.S. Career Institute High School Student

10-Day Money-Back Commitment

After you receive your first lesson, you have 10 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Student Support

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, as well as student services to support you throughout your program.

10-Day Money-Back Commitment

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Student Support

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, as well as student services to support you throughout your program.

How to Enroll

We are an open enrollment school. If you meet the requirements below, you will be accepted.

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Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 13 years old, have completed 8th grade, and be able to read and write in English. Students will be required to self-attest completion of 8th grade by providing the school name, address, and date of attendance. For students under 18, a parent or guardian is required to complete the agreement.
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Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.
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Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures

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Program FAQs

Many factors influence the total price of our high school program, whether you’re transferring credits into the program and the payment plan you choose. Visit our high school tuition page to get more information about costs and our payment plan options.

U.S. Career Institute offers a couple of different payment options, our most popular is our low $49 monthly payment plan! Learn more by visiting our financing page.

Yes! U.S. Career Institute accepts up to 18 credits from previous high school experience. We believe it is important to maximize transfer credits and will evaluate all transcripts within one week after we receive them and help students create their learning plans based on the credits that are accepted. All transcripts must be submitted within 75 days of enrollment in order to be considered. Visit our transfer credit page for more information.

U.S. Career Institute allows students to gain up to 1 elective credit for relevant work experience as defined in the student catalog under the work-credit affidavit section.

Once a student enrolls, students should complete 6 credits per year to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (please see the catalog for SAP policy details), for a total of 24 credits to complete the program. Students may take up to 30 days to complete courses valued at 0.5 credits and 60 days to complete courses valued at 1 credit. U.S. Career Institute High School may open an additional course at the discretion of the Registrar, provided students have shown they currently meet and can continue meeting Standard Academic Progress requirements as outlined in this catalog. Students interested in taking more than one course at a time may email the registrar at hsregistrar@uscareerinstitute.edu.

U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). And Middle States Association Commission on Secondary Schools. The DEAC and MSA-CESS are listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Once you have enrolled in our online high school you will receive immediate access to get started with your first course, HS002- Strategies for Academic Success.

Students must be at least 13 years old to enroll in our online high school. Parents or guardians must approve enrollments for students under 18 years old.

Yes! Students in Florida can obtain a high school diploma from U.S. Career Institute's accredited online high school!

Absolutely. Our admissions team reviews transcripts from all public, private, and homeschool networks across Florida to ensure students receive full credit for coursework they have already completed.

We are a private online high school that is MSA-CESS & DEAC accredited, tuition-based private online high school open to residents across Florida, allowing for 100% self-paced flexibility without the rigid scheduling of public, charter or other Florida state-supported schools.

No. Because U.S. Career Institute is a private online high school, our graduation requirements are based on our high institutional standards and Colorado private education guidelines. Students studying from Florida earn an accredited high school diploma upon completing our core curriculum, completely bypassing local public school credit distributions or state-mandated electives.

No. Since we operate as an accredited private institution, our students are completely exempt from Florida public school standardized testing mandates, such as state End-of-Course (EOC) exams or regional assessment benchmarks. Academic progress is measured entirely through our internal, self-paced online coursework.

Every institution sets its own entrance requirements, and the acceptance of transfer academic credits and academic credentials to another institution is determined by the receiving institution. Courses in U.S. Career Institute’s high school program may or may not transfer to other institutions and depends solely on the receiving institution’s criteria and determination.

U.S. Career Institute operates as an DEAC and MSA-CESS accredited online provider based out of Colorado. As such, Florida funds for extracurricular activities are likely not available to your student.

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