Program Questions
Many factors influence the total price of our high school program, whether you’re transferring credits into the program and the payment plan you choose.
Standard Tuition: $999 ($49 monthly payment)
Pay-in-Full: $849 ($150 Savings)
Up to $249 Savings for Accepted Transfer Credit
Visit our high school tuition page to get more information about costs and our payment plan options.
USCI offers a couple of different payment options, our most popular is our low $49 monthly payment plan! Learn more by visiting our financing page.
Yes! USCI accepts up to 18 credits from previous high school experience. We believe it is important to maximize transfer credits and will evaluate all transcripts within one week after we receive them and help students create their learning plans based on the credits that are accepted. All transcripts must be submitted within 75 days of enrollment in order to be considered. Visit our transfer credit page for more information.
USCI allows students to submit a work-credit affidavit (found at the back of the catalog) to earn up to 1.0 elective credit for relevant work experience. For full details, review our work-credit affidavit in the course catalog.
Up to 4 years, depending on accepted transfer credit. Once a student enrolls, students
should complete 6 credits per year to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (please
see the catalog for SAP policy details), for a total of 24 credits to complete the program.
Students may take up to 30 days to complete courses valued at 0.5 credits and 60 days to
complete courses valued at 1 credit. USCI High School may open an additional course at
the discretion of the Registrar, provided students have shown they currently meet and can
continue meeting Standard Academic Progress requirements as outlined in this catalog.
Students interested in taking more than one course at a time may email the registrar at
hsregistrar@ uscareerinstitute.edu.
U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). And Middle States Association Commission on Secondary Schools. The DEAC and MSA-CESS are listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.
USCI is open enrollment, so enroll anytime- it only takes about 5 minutes to complete the enrollment process. Once you have enrolled in our online high school you will receive immediate access to get started with your first course, HS002- Strategies for Academic Success.
Students must be at least 13 years old to enroll in our online high school. Parents or guardians must approve enrollments for students under 18 years old. Anyone over 18 is welcome to take our program!
If you live in any of the 50 states, you are eligible to take our diploma program: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
Currently all books are available online through the student portal.
No. This program is 100% online, and can be completed from the comfort of your home.
Due to the online, self-paced nature of our program, we do not have a graduation ceremony. However, that doesn’t mean that your accomplishments aren’t worth celebrating! Check out our graduation ideas blog for inspiration on how you can celebrate your accomplishment! You will receive a diploma and cap and gown.
Our online courses are designed to be compatible with modern computers. The following minimal technical requirements: Intel Pentium 4 or higher, Speakers, 250 MB free of hard drive space, Windows 7 or higher, or OSX. Internet access.
To get more details please review our course catalog here:
USCI does not supply computers.
No. Our classes are designed for students to take them at their own pace, whenever is most convenient for them.
Our program is designed so that students can take up to two classes at a time. This helps students focus on one or two classes at a time, giving them the necessary time for subjects that are more difficult for them.
Yes! You can message your instructors, and they will respond within two business days, typically much faster!
Our online high school is designed to be flexible and supportive, allowing you to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. While the coursework meets academic standards and may be challenging at times, we provide plenty of resources to help you succeed. If you ever find yourself struggling, our experienced instructors are always available to offer guidance and support.
While USCI makes reasonable accommodations for its students, it does not issue traditional IEP or 504 plans. At any time, students/parents/guardians may contact USCI and request assistance with or changes to accommodations. To learn more visit our course catalog.
No. At the end of our program students will receive a high school diploma.
Our pathway (or vocational) high school programs allow students to explore career-focused electives in areas like veterinary science, business, healthcare, fitness, and paralegal studies. These pathways are designed to help students gain early exposure to potential career fields and build relevant skills. Choosing a pathway is entirely optional. Students can also follow a general education track if they prefer a more traditional high school experience without a specific career focus.
If a student fails they can retake the class for a $100 fee. Students are also expected to make satisfactory academic progress (SAP). Learn more about our SAP expectations in our course catalog.
If you don’t have transcripts that's not an issue! Getting your transcript is easy! All you have to do is tell us you want us to contact your school for you. Simply email or call us at: hsregistrar@uscareerinstitute.edu 1-800-347-7899,, ext. 3682.
Tuition and Finance Questions
Your tuition cost covers instruction, team support, and course materials
Absolutely! USCI allows the transfer of up to 18 credits which equates to a savings of $249! In order for credits to be considered we must receive your high school transcript within 75 days of enrollment. If you attended 9th grade as part of a junior high program, make sure to include your junior high transcript so that your credits can be transferred.
If you are considering enrolling in USCI High School but aren't sure which payment option will work best for you, our team can help you make sense of the financial decision and help you choose the option that works best for you. High school tuition doesn’t have to be confusing, request information today to learn more about your options.
We offer a 10 day risk-free preview and 100% money back commitment.
If the student cancels within ten (10) calendar days of enrollment, the student may cancel the enrollment and is entitled to a full refund of all monies paid. For complete details, please refer to our full refund policy in the Course Catalog.
No.USCI is not a subscription-based school. USCI operates on a pay-by-program model, meaning that each program has its own set tuition.
Nope! We pride ourselves on being transparent- there are no hidden fees. All costs are clearly outlined upfront, so you know exactly what to expect.
At U.S. Career Institute, we keep are able to offer competitive, tuition affordable by using our proprietary, in-house learning system. This allows us to reduce costs without sacrificing quality - and we pass those savings directly on to our students.
Student Resources
Online High School
- Finishing High School Online
- USCI Online High School Diploma
- I Dropped Out of High School: Is There an Online High School for Dropouts?
- How Does High School Online Work?
- The Benefits & Importance of Getting a High School Diploma Online
- How to Graduate From High School Early by Taking Online Summer Courses
- Taking Online High School Courses for Credit
Choose the right Online High School
After High School
- What's Next After High School? Career Options and Other Possibilities
- Going to College After High School
- Navigating the High School to College Transition
- How to Prepare for College While in High School
- What's the Difference Between College and High School?
- Similarities Between High School and College
- Do College Grads Really Earn More Than High School Grads?