Some online high schools are accredited by nationally recognized accrediting agencies, and their diplomas are generally accepted by colleges and universities across the US. Others are not accredited or are accredited by less reputable agencies, and their diplomas may not be accepted.
Therefore, to determine if an online high school diploma is recognized in a specific state, you need to:
1. Check the school's accreditation: Look for accreditation from a recognized regional or national accrediting agency. The U.S. Department of Education website can help you verify accreditation.
2. Contact colleges and universities: If you plan to use the diploma for college admission, contact the specific colleges you're interested in to confirm they'll accept the diploma from that particular online school.
3. Check state requirements (less common but possible): While less frequent, some states may have specific regulations regarding the acceptance of online high school diplomas within their borders, particularly for things like professional licensing. This is less of a concern for college admission, though.
In short, the phrase "high diploma online" is too broad. The recognition depends entirely on the *specific online school's accreditation* and the *recipient's intended use* of the diploma.