Excel High School
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Important Information
Quick Facts
Accreditation
Cognia (School of Distinction, accredited through 2032); Middle States Association (MSA-CESS); TEPSAC (Texas, grades 6-12)
Ages/ Grades
Grades 6-12, plus adult learners (18+)
School Schedule Hours in the day
Flexible, self-paced. No set daily hours; students choose when and how long they work.
School Days in Calendar
Year-round. Open enrollment every day; start anytime.
Parking Space
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School Holidays
None scheduled. Self-paced, year-round program; students take breaks on their own schedule.
School Size
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Affiliations
NCAA approved; College Board AP certified; National Honor Society chapter; Minnesota accredited non-public school
Notable Graduates
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Uniform Guidelines
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High School (grades 9-12), 2025/2026:
- Silver: $1,950 per year (6 credits)
- Gold: $2,500 per year (up to 8 credits, 24-credit University Prep track, Honors or California A-G curriculum)
- Platinum: $4,900 per year (up to 10 credits)
- Single courses: $325 standard, $370 honors, $699 AP
Middle School (grades 6-8): $1,690 per year; single course $325
Adult High School: $99 per month, pay as you go, $990 maximumInterest-free 5-month and 10-month installment plans. Semester enrollment available at half the annual rate.
No federal financial aid (private school). Interest-free monthly payment plans on every annual plan. Approved education provider for state ESA and scholarship programs including Arizona, Texas (TEFA), Utah (Utah Fits All), West Virginia (Hope Scholarship), and Wyoming (ESA); qualifying students are enrolled in the Platinum tier at no cost to the family. Credit awarded for passed GED sections toward the adult diploma.
Fully online and asynchronous. Students learn from anywhere at their own pace with 24/7 course access and support from certified teachers and success coaches. Headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
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BRYTE AI Tutor, Academic Coach Help Desk, Success Coach team, certified teachers, registrar and transcript services, transfer credit evaluation, phone and email support (1-800-620-3844).
Not applicable (self-paced online school). Student organizations: National Honor Society chapter (chartered 2026).
English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Languages, Health and Physical Education, Fine Arts, Electives, Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment
Standard, Honors, and Advanced Placement courses (College Board certified). California A-G approved track and NCAA-approved courses. Two graduation tracks: 21.5-credit Standard Diploma and 24-credit University Prep Diploma. Middle school core curriculum for grades 6-8. Adult Fast Track diploma program. Self-paced and asynchronous with BRYTE AI tutoring built into every course. Up to 75% of credits accepted in transfer.
Fully online. Courses delivered through the LearnStage learning platform, accessible 24/7 from any computer or tablet with a standard web browser and internet connection. No special software required. SOC 2 compliant platform.
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None. Open enrollment year-round; students can enroll any day of the year and start learning as soon as their account is activated. Full-year or semester enrollment available.
Inspiring success through online learning. Excel High School’s mission is to empower students of every age and circumstance to achieve their academic goals through flexible, self-paced, accredited online learning, affordable monthly tuition, and a supportive online environment.
We believe in meeting students where they are. Rather than forcing students to adapt to a system that does not fit them, Excel High School builds a flexible learning environment around each student’s needs so they can grow and succeed on their own terms. Our vision is to become the nation’s leading online high school by continually innovating, embracing emerging technologies such as AI-powered tutoring, expanding access to more students, and investing in the growth of our staff and educators.
Founded in 2004 by a group of educators and business professionals to offer a flexible, accredited online path to a high school diploma. In 2016, Excel became an independent school district, launching Excel High School and Northgate Academy under Excel Education Systems. In 2018, Excel earned College Board AP certification and system-wide accreditation. In 2019, Excel Education Systems acquired Washington Technical Institute, adding career-focused certificate programs. In 2024, the school achieved SOC 2 compliance certification. In 2026, Excel High School earned Cognia School of Distinction status for its seven-year accreditation cycle, valid through 2032. Today Excel serves students in grades 6-12 and adult learners nationwide and internationally from its main campus in Minnetonka, Minnesota, with a second office in Allen, Texas.
Programs and Services
- Online Middle School (grades 6-8), including Future Ready Middle School with career exploration and dedicated Success Coach support
- Online High School (grades 9-12): Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Future Ready tiers with Standard, Honors, and Advanced Placement curriculum
- Future Ready High School with five career endorsement areas: STEM, Business and Industry, Public Services, Arts and Humanities, Multidisciplinary Studies
- California A-G approved courses, NCAA-approved courses, and dual enrollment for college credit
- Adult High School Diploma (18+): Traditional Fast Track and Competency-Based (CBE) tracks
- Online GED and HiSET test prep
- Summer school and credit recovery (single courses)
- Student enrichment programs: Success Coach Pro and ElevatED
- BRYTE AI Tutor and Academic Coach Help Desk
- Transcript and credit transfer, homeschool transfer, and international student admissions
- Approved provider for state voucher and ESA programs
- Partner programs: curriculum licensing, dropout prevention, and the Eligible Career Pathway Program (ECPP)
Your Goals. Your Pace. Your Path.
Excel High School is part of Excel Education Systems, Inc., which also operates Northgate Academy and Washington Technical Institute. Private, non-public online school; College Board AP certified; NCAA-approved coursework; Minnesota accredited non-public school; TEPSAC accredited in Texas. SOC 2 compliant learning platform (LearnStage).
Main Campus: 601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1250, Minnetonka, MN 55305, 952-465-3700
Texas Office: 825 Watters Creek Blvd, Building M, Suite 250, Allen, TX 75013, 800-620-3844
WhatsApp: +1 952-479-2819
Web: excelhighschool.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Excel High School is regionally and nationally accredited by Cognia and the Middle States Association (MSA-CESS). In 2026 it earned Cognia School of Distinction status, with accreditation valid through 2032.
Students in grades 6-12 and adults 18 and older, from any state and internationally. Enrollment is open every day of the year.
Yes. All courses are online and asynchronous with 24/7 access, so students set their own schedule. Certified teachers, Success Coaches, and the BRYTE AI Tutor provide support along the way.
Yes. Excel accepts up to 75% of credits in transfer from accredited public, private, charter, homeschool, and international schools. Students must complete at least 6 credits with Excel to earn the diploma.
High school tuition starts at $1,950 per year, middle school at $1,690 per year, and the adult diploma program is $99 per month (pay only for the months you need, $990 maximum). Interest-free monthly payment plans are available. Families in approved state ESA and scholarship programs may attend tuition-free.
It depends on the student. Full-time high school students typically follow a four-year path, with Gold and Platinum plans allowing more credits per year for faster progress. Adult students often finish in under a year.
Excel High School awards a regionally accredited high school diploma. Graduates have been admitted to colleges and universities across the country, and the diploma is recognized by employers and the military in the same way as any accredited private school diploma.
