Transferring Credits to High School of America
If you or your student has previously completed high school coursework, those credits may be eligible for transfer. High School of America works with students and families to review prior academic records and support appropriate placement within our online programs.
Transferring credits can help reduce repeated coursework, clarify graduation requirements, and create a realistic path toward completion — whether you are transferring from another school, transitioning from homeschooling, or returning to school as an adult.
What Types of Credits May Be Eligible?
Many students come to High School of America with academic history from other educational settings. We commonly review records from:
How the Credit Review Process Works
Our goal is to understand what coursework has already been completed and how it applies to your diploma.
Provide transcripts, report cards, or documentation during or after enrollment.
Our team reviews grades and credit values to align with our requirements.
We determine placement and outline remaining coursework needed.
Receive a clear plan showing transferred credits and your path to graduation.
Benefits of Transferring Credits
Transferring eligible credits isn't just paperwork—it's an advantage.
- ✅ Reduce duplicated coursework (save time & money)
- ✅ Shorten time to graduation
- ✅ Create a manageable academic plan
- ✅ Help adult learners return with confidence
Homeschool Credit Review
We understand nontraditional learning varies. We review available documentation such as:
- Course descriptions or syllabi
- Grade summaries or transcripts
- Portfolios or progress logs
Credit decisions are made case-by-case to ensure alignment.
International Transfers
Students from international schools may be eligible for credit review. We evaluate academic records to understand:
- Course content
- Grade levels
- Curriculum alignment
Translation of documents may be requested.
Important Notes About Credit Transfer
- Credit transfer decisions are made individually based on available records.
- Not all credits may transfer or apply toward program requirements.
- Providing complete and official documentation helps avoid delays in your placement.
Credit Transfer FAQs
Credit transfer decisions depend on documentation, course content, and alignment with program requirements. Some credits may transfer fully, partially, or not at all.
Official transcripts or records are strongly recommended, especially for high school credit review. These help ensure accurate placement and graduation planning.
In many cases, yes. Adult learners often return with prior coursework, and available records can help support placement and program planning.
Credit review typically occurs during or shortly after enrollment, once records are received. It is a part of the onboarding process.
How to Get Started
The best way to begin the credit review process is to complete the enrollment form. This allows our team to gather initial information and guide you through the next steps.