Penn Foster High School
925 Oak Street
Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18515
USA
Program Overview
Becoming a High School graduate opens up new opportunities – go to college, start a new career, earn more money. Even if you decide not to go on to college, your High School Diploma can qualify you for new career fields. Earning your high school diploma at home with Penn Foster is convenient, affordable, and accredited. Since there is no set class schedule, you study when and where it’s convenient for you. You work at your own pace. There’s no one to rush you or hold you back. And while you work independently, you’re never alone. Expert instructors and support staff – dedicated to helping you complete your coursework = are just a phone call or an email away.
Prepare for your High School Diploma at home with these courses and more:
- Reading Skills, English, and Mathematics
- American and World History
- Biology, Earth Science, and Physical Science
- Career-oriented electives like Auto Repair Technician, Personal Computer Specialist, and more…
- Traditional electives like Chemistry, Spanish, and Music
In as little as nine months for each year of high school you need, you can have your High School Diploma. If you only need a course or two, we offer you the opportunity to take only the courses you need.
Penn Foster High School offers concentrations in the following areas:
- Penn Foster also offers a Health Care-Focused High School program. Graduates earn their Diploma and study basic health care courses need to accelerate a career as a Medical Office Assistant, Medical Coding And Billing Administrator, or Medical Transcriptionist.
- Penn Foster High School with Early College Courses offers students ACE evaluated and recommended college level coruses transferable to Penn Foster College.
- Penn Foster offers a Building Technology-Focused High School program with elective courses for those interested in a career as a plumber, carpenter, or electrician.
Respected and Accredited
Penn Foster High School is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Penn Foster High School is regionally accredited by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council is also a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Penn Foster High School is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools.
Career Services Included!
Graduates of the Penn Foster High School Diploma Program can take advantage of Penn Foster Career Services which includes access to information about online job searches, tips on interviewing, information on preparing a cover letter, and creating a resume with the help of a Certified Professional Resume Writer.
Home School Requirements
Any student who is of compulsory age must also comply with home school requirements dictated by their school district, or students will be considered truant. You need to check the requirements of your district to ensure the Penn Foster High School program meets the district’s home school requirements.
Offers Diploma: Yes
Grades: 9-12
Accredited/Approved?: Yes
Authority: Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
Fee Structure: By the program
Price: $1495.00
Accepts adult and/or teen students?: Both
Type of program: Self-Paced
Year Founded: 1890
Email: info@pennfoster.com
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