Earn an accredited diploma in grades 6-12 — on your own schedule, from anywhere. A pioneer in distance education, trusted by families for over 125 years.
Flexible, self-paced, and accredited — enroll anytime and work at your own pace.
Grades 6-8. Build a strong foundation with a flexible, self-paced program — all materials included.
Explore middle school →Grades 9-12. Choose the General or College-Prep track (18 units each) and earn an accredited high school diploma.
Explore high school →Take single courses for credit recovery, enrichment, or getting ahead — used by thousands of high schools.
Browse courses →More than 100 self-paced courses in traditional subjects and electives — world languages powered by Rosetta Stone®.
100+ self-paced courses in grades 6-12 — traditional subjects plus electives in business, career & technical, fine arts, and world languages.
As a not-for-profit, tuition is affordable — lower than many online high schools — and all textbooks and materials are included, with monthly payment plans.
Enroll anytime and work at your own pace, with outstanding, caring student service from American School staff.
The first correspondence school to become regionally accredited — today accredited by three bodies and recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Founded in 1897, American School later became the first correspondence school to earn regional accreditation. Our diploma is accepted by colleges and universities, and thousands of high schools use our courses for credit recovery.
American School puts students’ educations first. Because we’re a not-for-profit, tuition stays affordable — and there are no surprise costs.
More than three million students have earned diplomas and credits through American School — among them authors, athletes, entertainers, and scholars, including Eragon author Christopher Paolini.
American School made high school an enjoyable experience while still giving me the education I needed.
The courses are challenging but enjoyable, and the study guides really helped me understand the concepts.
Studying through American School helped me prepare for college and learn to motivate myself.