Online High School Graduation Pathways for Teens and Adults (Ages 13+)

For many students, traditional high school just doesn’t fit. Whether you’re a teen who needs a more flexible option or an adult ready to return and finish what you started, The American Academy makes it possible to graduate from high school online—on your schedule and at your pace.

Fully Accredited Online High School

The American Academy is a 100% online high school for students ages 13 and older. We are fully accredited by Cognia, the same non-profit and non-partisan organization that oversees the recognition and professional certification of more than 34,000 educational institutions around the world. Your diploma will be accepted by colleges, employers, and the U.S. military, at their discretion. 

Accreditation is an important measure of educational quality. In order to earn accreditation through Cognia, we have to document compliance with all of Cognia’s standards in areas ranging from curriculum, instruction, and leadership to student services, facilities and finance, and continuous improvement.

Why Students Choose to Graduate from High School Online

An online high school pathway opens doors for students who need more flexibility and control over their education. At The American Academy, you can:

• Enroll anytime — Rolling enrollment means you don’t have to wait for the next semester to begin — you can enroll and start learning as soon as the next business day. For adults balancing work or family responsibilities, that makes all the difference in finishing high school online.
  
  
• Complete courses on their own schedule — There are no set login times or schedules for TAA students. As long as you’re keeping up with your weekly and monthly deadlines, you can work on things midday or at midnight.
  
  
• Take their coursework on the go — Many of our students travel for work, with their families, or for extracurricular activities like sports. You can take TAA anywhere you have access to the internet. 

This flexibility is especially important if you’re balancing work, family, or other responsibilities while still pursuing your education.

While we didn’t set out to offer high school online for adults, many of our graduates are adults who returned to school years or decades after leaving traditional in-person school. We also work with a good number of families looking for an all-inclusive homeschool curriculum that provides both structure and flexibility.

Our program’s flexibility is popular among our students—you can complete coursework anytime and anywhere as long as you meet weekly and monthly deadlines. However, the support is what makes TAA stand out. 

You’ll be wrapped in 360 degrees of support, including: 

• Certified teachers — provide instruction and feedback on assignments
• A personal Academic Coach — keeps you accountable and motivated
• 24/7 virtual tutoring — gets you homework help anytime, day or night

The flexibility and support are what make The American Academy an easy choice for students and their families! 

Who Benefits from Online High School Programs

Online high school isn’t just for one type of learner—it’s designed for a variety of students, including:

• Adults who left high school without graduating: We provide a clear, supportive pathway to earn your diploma and move forward with career or college goals.
  
  
• Teens who need an alternative: If you found traditional high school challenging—whether due to scheduling, environment, or personal needs— you can thrive in a flexible online model.
  
  
• Credit recovery students: If you’re currently enrolled in another school but need to make up missed credits, you can take individual courses with us and transfer them back to your home school.

With no upper age limit, anyone ages 13 and up can enroll and work toward graduation.

Pathways to Success at The American Academy

At The American Academy, you can choose the option that best fits your needs:

Diploma Program

Our accredited diploma program allows you to complete all required credits for graduation. If you have previously earned credits, our team will review your transcript and create a customized plan so you take only the classes you still need — there’s no need to start over.

Individual Courses

Not every student needs a full diploma program. Some may simply need to make up a class, recover credits, or get ahead while enrolled at another school. Our individual courses are fully accredited and transferable, allowing you to earn the credits you need without committing to a full program. Despite this, we still recommend checking with your school guidance counselor to ensure TAA courses will transfer before purchasing a course. 

Rolling Enrollment and Fast Start

Unlike traditional schools with fixed calendars, The American Academy offers rolling enrollment. That means once you’re enrolled, you can start classes as soon as the next business day. Whether you want to finish high school online quickly or move at a steady pace, you’re in control of your schedule.

Whether you’re a teen looking for an alternative or an adult ready to finish high school online, The American Academy provides the flexibility and accreditation you need to succeed. Start your journey today.