For International Families

Earn a U.S. High School Diploma Online from Anywhere in the World

High School of America helps international students access flexible American online high school courses, academic support, and diploma planning without relocating to the United States.

  • U.S. online high school diploma pathway
  • American curriculum
  • Flexible online learning
  • Study from your home country
  • Academic support and progress guidance
  • Good fit for global families, athletes, and traveling students

What Students Receive

U.S. CurriculumAmerican high school courses
Online AccessStudy from any country
Diploma PlanningMapped pathway and goals
Academic SupportGuidance throughout
Self-PacedFlexible weekly structure
Transcript HelpRecords and graduation

High School of America eagle mascot in varsity letterman jacket waving, welcoming international students to the U.S. diploma pathway

Welcome, International Families

You Are in the Right Place

Whether your student is in São Paulo, Madrid, Manila, Dubai, or anywhere in between, the U.S. high school diploma pathway is built to fit family life outside the United States.

The counseling team has worked with athletes, traveling families, expats, and international students who want an American academic record alongside their local studies. Take a look around. When you are ready, send us a note or schedule a call.

Quick Answer

Can international students earn a U.S. high school diploma online?

Yes. International students may study online through High School of America and work toward a U.S. high school diploma pathway from outside the United States. Students can complete online coursework, receive academic support, and plan their path toward graduation while living in their home country.

Who This Page Is For

Built for Global Families and Students Studying Internationally

Families exploring an American online high school path from outside the United States, including students who are also enrolled locally or training in a specialty program.

International Students

Students living outside the United States who want to study American online courses and work toward a U.S. high school diploma pathway.

Parents Seeking American Curriculum

Families who want their child to gain exposure to American academic standards, English-based instruction, and U.S. graduation planning.

Students Studying Outside the U.S.

Children of expatriates, missionary families, diplomats, and global professionals who need a flexible academic path.

Student-Athletes

Athletes training abroad or traveling for competition who need an academic option that travels with them.

Traveling Families

Families who relocate or move between countries and want continuity in their child’s high school education.

College-Bound Students

Students preparing for U.S. or international college options who want an American academic record alongside their local studies.

Why Families Choose This Pathway

An American Academic Track That Fits an International Life

Many international families want their child to develop an American academic record while continuing to live, train, or study in their home country. The U.S. high school diploma pathway offers structure, flexibility, and a record families can use alongside future college and career planning.

Families typically value the combination of American curriculum exposure and the freedom to study on a self-paced online schedule that fits their life.

  • American curriculum exposure
  • English-based coursework
  • Flexible online schedule
  • Stronger academic profile
  • Diploma planning support
  • Support while studying abroad or from home

How It Works

A Clear Pathway from First Conversation to Graduation

Each international family moves through the same six-step path. Timelines vary based on grade level, goals, and the student’s current academic record.

1

Request International Info

Share your student’s grade level, country, and goals so the counseling team has the right context.

2

Review Student Goals

A counselor reviews academic background, college or career goals, and any local school commitments.

3

Build the Academic Plan

The team builds a course plan that supports U.S. graduation pathway requirements and student goals.

4

Enroll in Online Courses

Students enroll and gain access to coursework, materials, and support directly from their home country.

5

Track Progress

Counselors and parents review progress regularly, adjust pacing, and address any course-level questions.

6

Work Toward Graduation

Students continue through their planned pathway with transcript support and graduation planning.

What Students Receive

Online Coursework, Real Academic Support, and a Plan

International students should not be navigating an American academic path alone. Every student gets coursework, support, and a plan designed for their goals and pace, with the option to pair the U.S. track with a dual diploma structure when it fits.

  • Online coursework
  • Academic support
  • Self-paced structure
  • Transcript support
  • Graduation planning
  • Parent and student communication
  • Flexible access from outside the U.S.

Good Fit For

Common Situations Where an Online U.S. Pathway Helps

Local School + U.S. Pathway

Students enrolled in a local school who want an additional American academic track and diploma planning option.

Frequent Travel

Students who travel often for family, training, or competition and need school to travel with them.

Athletes Training Internationally

Student-athletes whose academic schedule has to flex around training, travel, and tournaments abroad.

Academies and Clubs

Students enrolled in performance, sports, or arts academies who need a flexible academic side. Academy partner program available for organizations.

Relocating Between Countries

Families moving across borders who want continuity in their child’s high school education throughout the move.

Private Online School Option

Families looking for a private online high school option as an alternative to local public or private schools.

College and Future Planning

Building an American Academic Record That Supports Future Goals

A U.S. high school diploma pathway can help students build an American academic record and support future college or career planning. Admission requirements vary by institution and country, so families should review requirements with the colleges, universities, agencies, or programs they plan to pursue.

For international families researching the wider U.S. education landscape, two government resources are commonly used as starting points:

U.S. Department of State, EducationUSA: educationusa.state.gov

U.S. Department of Education accreditation overview: ed.gov accreditation overview

Custom Tuition Quotes

Tuition Built Around Your Student

Tuition is provided as a custom quote rather than a fixed published price. Every family’s pathway looks different depending on grade level, course needs, academic goals, support requirements, and the student’s plan.

The counseling team reviews each student’s situation before sharing tuition details and a recommended path.

  • Grade level and current academic record
  • Course needs and pacing
  • Academic goals and college plans
  • Support requirements
  • Student pathway and timeline

FAQs

Common Questions from International Families

Can international students enroll in High School of America?

Yes. International students may enroll and study online from outside the United States. Each family’s pathway is reviewed with the counseling team before enrollment.

Can students study from outside the United States?

Yes. Coursework is delivered online and can be accessed from a student’s home country. There is no requirement to relocate to the United States to participate.

Can students keep attending their local school?

Many international students continue at their local school while also studying through us for additional American coursework or a U.S. diploma pathway. Families should review how the two schedules fit together.

Is the program self-paced?

The program is built around a flexible online structure that supports self-paced learning while keeping students on track toward graduation. Pacing is planned with the counseling team.

What support do international students receive?

Students receive academic support, transcript and graduation planning, and ongoing communication with the students and parents team. Parent communication is part of the structure.

Can this help with U.S. college planning?

A U.S. high school diploma pathway can help students build an American academic record that may support future college or career planning. Admission requirements vary by institution and country, so families should review requirements with the colleges or programs they plan to pursue.

Does High School of America guarantee college admission?

No. We do not guarantee college admission, scholarships, NCAA eligibility, visa outcomes, or recognition of any specific diploma in every country. Families should review requirements with the institutions, agencies, and programs that apply to their student’s goals.

How much does the program cost?

Tuition is provided as a custom quote based on grade level, course needs, academic goals, support requirements, and the student’s pathway. Reach out for international information to receive a quote tailored to your family.

How do families get started?

Families can request international information or schedule a counselor call. After the student’s grade level, country, goals, and timeline are reviewed, the team can recommend a pathway and walk you through enrollment next steps.

The Pathway at a Glance

Six Steps from First Conversation to U.S. Graduation

A visual recap of how international students move through the U.S. high school diploma pathway.

Six step infographic showing the U.S. high school diploma pathway at High School of America: Request Info, Review Goals, Build Plan, Enroll Online, Track Progress, Work Toward Graduation
How the U.S. high school diploma pathway works at High School of America.

Get Started

Start Your U.S. Diploma Pathway with High School of America

Share your student’s grade level, country, and goals. The counseling team will review your situation and walk you through a recommended pathway.

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