Resources | High School Completion Program

Develop Career Skills

Penn Foster's High School Completion program provides you with an accredited high school diploma and the real-world skills that employers are looking for, giving you a leg up.

Study When You Want

Our program is made for the working learner. The program's flexibility allows you to learn at home or on your breaks through our online, mobile-friendly student portal 24/7.

Support When You Need It

We're here to guide you with enhanced support from Certified Instructors and Student Success Advocates - all working to help you succeed while you earn your diploma.

Career at a Glance

$400,000

more earned in a lifetime with a high school diploma.*

88%

of jobs in the United States require a high school diploma.**

Open Doors to New Career Opportunities

High school graduates have the potential to qualify for more job opportunities and can earn as much as $9,516 more per year than someone who hasn't graduated. A high school diploma or its equivalent is also a must-have if you want to apply to college to further your education and prepare for a career you love. Unlike high school equivalency exams (GED), a diploma from an accredited high school like Penn Foster will help you build the relevant, real-world skills you need in your career and beyond.

Explore the specific skills you'll learn and lessons you'll complete in the Penn Foster program by reading through the full curriculum.

View Full Curriculum

Why Students Chose Penn Foster

Flexible & Self-Paced

Designed for working adults, with no deadlines and 24/7 online access, you can study on your schedule at a pace that works for you.

Fast Track to Graduation

Penn Foster can help you track down transcripts and get credit for the work you’ve already done.

Dedicated Support

By enrolling through Guild, you'll receive additional support from Penn Foster with direct access to instructors, academic resources, and a dedicated support team to help you succeed.

The Numbers Speak For Themselves

Penn Foster is one of the largest online high school providers in the United States, graduating over 35,000 learners each year.

Interactive Scenarios

Engage with scenario-based situations for a deeper understanding of complex topics.

Flashcards

Study course material by promoting knowledge recall for exams and quizzes with this effective tool.

Interactive Practices

Receive guided feedback to help you practice and build confidence during lesson exams.

Writing Tool

Break down writing assignments into smaller sections with a step-by-step approach that makes writing less intimidating.

Reflections

Increase your critical thinking and consideration of specific topics and subject matter with knowledge checks.

Real World Skills

Gain life and career skills through real-world application in workplace examples and scenario-based learning.

"With Penn Foster being such a flexible program, it's hard not to talk (or even brag) about. Tons of my friends are sick of regular school and want to be done as soon as possible or at least in a different environment and I don't know any better solution than Penn Foster. It's easy, it's flexible, it's not stressful, you don't have to deal with high school drama anymore, and you can live life how you want. It's perfect honestly."

- Amira M., 2024 Penn Foster High School Graduate

"It was such a great feeling to be able to accomplish something that I felt like I would never complete. Having kids and a full-time job made it seem like I would never have extra time for it. Working at my own pace helped out so much and all the lessons were very detailed and informative enough for me to take the exams. I'm so thankful I found a program that considered my transcripts and had me start off right where I left off. It's definitely something I can share with my own kids and teach them the importance of education!"

- Lilia M., 2024 Penn Foster High School Graduate

Open the Door to Career Success with a High School Diploma