I dropped out when i was 16, and now im going on 19, with a 3 month old son! I really want to get my high school diploma, from an acredited high school/home school program, does anyone know of any that aren't super expensive? I just really want to say i got the darn thing, and i want to be able to go to college which is why I NEED it to be acredited!
thanks
2007-06-28 16:05:45 · 11 answers · asked by ruspecialenuf 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
It would probably be cheaper and faster to get your GED. Any college will accept it and once you start college, no one will care if you have a diploma or not - they'll be interested in your college work, instead.
2007-06-28 16:12:21 · answer #1 · answered by homeschoolmom 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First try to see if your state allows you to earn dual credits, if so you can go to community college and have those credits count toward a High School diploma AND a degree simultaneously. I did that after I dropped out and it worked out great.
Second, there are many accredited programs, most do cost $$$ though. Not as much as college would cost. How many credits do you need? You might be better off with community college "Adult High School" credits. Call your local High School or Community College and see if you can speak to an adviser.
The GED is also an option.
2007-06-28 16:25:31 · answer #2 · answered by Thrice Blessed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try for a GED. I am not sure on the cost, but a online homeschool program will likely be more expensive, plus you'll have back years to make up for...it'll take some time.
The GED is workable and you can do it at a local junior college, and might qualify for some financial aid.
Once you have that, moving on is easy. Most colleges do not focus on your dimploma...they focus on entrance criteria (such as standardized test scores, entrance exams and the like) that has some sort of quantifiable measure. A dimploma really just means you attended.
Good luck to you!
2007-06-29 07:49:47 · answer #3 · answered by Night Owl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im in the same boat im 18 dropped out at 16 I was pregnant and now my son is 8 months old and I need to better our lives for my son and husband so I need to do the same. Im studying to take the GED. It is sorta like a diploma but a little lower then im going to a community college seeing how its cheaper for our stuation right now. But look into that and see if thats the right thing for you right how. And even though I dont know you im proud of you because it is not an easy thing to do. Trying to get your life together to better your childs so very very nice!
2007-06-29 02:35:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your local community college provides free or very low cost classes for a GED. All you have to do is ask. The classes are usually ongoing, but maybe some colleges run them a few times during the year, depending on class size.
I got my GED many years ago, and I'm glad I did. I was able to go to college and did better in college than high school.
Taking the GED exam is usually free also.
So start by calling your local community college and asking about them. If you don't get any answers there, you can look up your State's Department of Education also. They would have info on their website or you can call them if you don't get any answers from the college.
Best of Luck to ya. You only need a 70% to pass.
2007-06-28 16:16:27 · answer #5 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Just as a reminder, you do not need a high school diploma to be accepted into college.
If you'd like you could get a GED, it would not be my first choice, but it would be a faster, and easier way than going through a complete program.
To get into college, you need to study for, and pass the SAT, ACT, or the college entry exam that the college of your choice requires.
To be able to make a better informed decision, talk to the several college admissions offices directly, inquire about the requirements, and the possibility of loans/grants.
Make your decisions based on the information you receive from the colleges, and good luck to you.
2007-06-29 03:02:54 · answer #6 · answered by busymom 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just so you know, you don't need a high school diploma to get into college. You'll need to have the knowledge and skills to do well on SATs or other required testing and be able to prove yourself in some way, but you don't need a diploma.
If you still want the diploma, I've heard decent things about American School of Correspondence. You can see its accreditation here: http://www.americanschoolofcorr.com/general.asp . I have no clue about the cost, though.
Other than that, check to see what sort of programs may be available where you live, either through the school districts or colleges/universities. Or study to get your GED instead.
2007-06-28 16:26:42 · answer #7 · answered by glurpy 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Penn Foster High School...the total tution is $1,000...which is pretty reasonable compared to others.
2007-06-29 03:13:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check out www.americanschoolofcorr.com
They are cheap, easy and you make your own schedule. There are no state tests and you don't have deadlines.
2007-06-28 16:33:19 · answer #9 · answered by 7111990 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
laurel springs.com in california. itll help you.
2007-06-28 16:08:34 · answer #10 · answered by chaching 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋