This well respected provider of higher education offers on-campus classes as well as a variety of on-line courses. A bonus at UCLA Extension is that all the instructors are working professionals in their fields. Courses are even available to high school juniors and seniors looking to get an early start on their college education. With more than 20 fields of study, UCLA extension can help students looking to improve their skills, increase their knowledge or enrich their lives will find classes tailored to their needs. On-line classes run from a week to an entire term. More than 20 certificate programs are also available, most of which do not require an admissions application or proof of prior education.
This program prepares students to take the GED test from the privacy of their home. The GED test itself cannot be taken on-line, and must be taken in person in your state. GED Academy tailors studies to the student's needs. Studying on-line affords student's the freedom to schedule their studying to fit around busy schedules. A benefit of this school is that practice tests are available on-line and on smart phones, and it is accredited by the Better Business Bureau.
Oregon State University's E-Campus offers high school students opportunities to get a jump start on their college education. Class subjects include anthropology, art, chemistry, economics, English, languages, history, mathematics, music, nutrition, political science, psychology and sociology. High school students can begin to earn transferable credits toward a college degree, explore classes within their possible majors, and complete pre-requisite classes on-line before receiving their high school diploma.
University of North Dakoa has its On-line and Distance Learning Program. Non-degree classes are available for independent study and continuing education. Students can study fields of interest to sharpen skills or increase their knowledge base. Classes are available in computer skills, accounting, administration, math, science, humanities, nutrition, and languages, as well as a range of other courses. Certificate programs are available, some requiring no proof of prior education during the application process.
Brigham Young University has an independent study program that offers classes to middle school students as young as age 12 and high school students as young as age 14. Course credits are transferable. Students who complete the High School Transcript Program do not receive a high school diploma; instead they receive an official transcript that can be used for college entry or presented to prospective employers. Upon completion, students should be prepared to take the SAT and ACT exams. Although a Mormon school, BYU offers enrollment to everyone, regardless of religion. The high school classes are secular. Free on-line classes are offered, but those tend to stress the teachings of the Book of Mormon.