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South Dakota Online High School

Earn your high school diploma online in as little as 9 months, at your own pace. Accredited by DEAC and MSA-CESS. Start learning today - no waiting period!

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Accredited South Dakota Online High School

Earn your high school diploma online in as little as 9 months, at your own pace, with U.S. Career Institute's DEAC and MSA-CESS accredited High School.

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*By clicking the Request Info button, I am providing my electronic signature and giving my express written consent for U.S. Career Institute to mail, email, call or text me using automated technology including artificial voices, pre-recorded messages and auto-dialers about educational services and future offers at the information provided above, including my wireless number. I understand that I am not required to provide this consent to attend U.S. Career Institute. As an alternative to providing this consent, I may call the school at 866-250-6851.

High School Program Options

High School Curriculum

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South Dakota Online High School Diploma Program

U.S. Career Institute’s Online High School offers Florida students a flexible, fully accredited online high school diploma program designed for those who need an alternative to traditional classroom learning. Our program is ideal for high school students, homeschool families, and adult learners looking to complete their education online at their own pace.

U.S. Career Institute is an accredited private online high school program holding MSA-CESS and DEAC accreditation. Our curriculum is designed to provide Florida students with a flexible and structured way to complete their high school education entirely online. Students receive academic support from instructors and staff throughout their studies.

As a private online high school, students in Florida are not enrolled in a traditional public school system and therefore are not subject to public school graduation structures, state testing requirements, or localized elective sequences. Instead, they follow our institutional curriculum, which allows for greater flexibility in scheduling and course completion.

U.S. Career Institute’s online high school program makes it possible to earn a high school diploma online from Florida in a structured, supportive, and fully online learning environment.

Who We Serve

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South Dakota Online High School for Teens
9+ Months • $49/month

Traditional high schools can’t meet the educational needs of every student. If a tailored, focused, and self-paced approach to high school works better for you, USCI’s Online High School could be the perfect alternative. We designed our curriculum to be flexible enough to meet the needs of students who work best when they focus on one challenge at a time, while delivering a rigorous education and a fully accredited diploma that will serve you well wherever you go.

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South Dakota Online High School for Adults
9+ Months • $49/month

Since a high school degree in South Dakota is important, many returning students are tempted to take the GED test and move on. But a GED means a bit less to employers than a full high school diploma like the one you’ll earn at USCI. The numbers don’t lie: adults in South Dakota who have earned accredited high school diplomas earn *$5,885 more per year than those who do not. That’s why we offer a middle path: the convenience of studying at your own pace with the prestige and economic value of a true high school diploma.

USCI Homeschool

South Dakota Online Homeschool
9+ Months • $49/month

Homeschooling can become more difficult as students rise through the educational ranks. Families looking for a flexible at-home education for their students while still meeting contemporary standards finally have an answer in USCI’s Online High School. Your student will enjoy all the benefits of the homeschool experience while earning a fully accredited, nationally recognized diploma that serves as their ticket to bigger and better things.

Why Get a High School Diploma Online in Florida?

South Dakota believes in education. More than *93% of all South Dakota residents aged 18 and over have earned their high school diplomas, one of the highest graduation rates in the US. A high school diploma isn’t just a mark of achievement here: it’s an important step toward competing for good jobs today and in the years to come.

Traditional high schools offer one-size-fits-all education—and while that works for many students, too many find the old model of education to be limiting. Others can find themselves commuting an hour or more to schools that do their very best with shrinking budgets. That’s why USCI is so proud to offer an alternative. If your student needs a self-paced education from the convenience of home, or if you’re looking to get back to high school after things didn’t go as planned, we’re ready to get you back on the path to success. By delivering all instruction online, we are able to offer customized instruction that gives each student extra support where they need it. USCI students typically take one or two courses at a time, letting them focus on mastering important concepts and building confidence as they build knowledge. We believe in delivering your education on your terms.

Required High School Courses & Classes

USCI got its start in Colorado, and our curriculum still follows the Colorado state education standards. That puts you in great company: like South Dakota, Colorado follows the Common Core, meaning that USCI students get the same solid educational foundation at those in nearly every state in the US. Our students master the fundamental concepts of math, English, and the sciences while choosing from a wide range of electives and career-path programs that make each USCI education truly unique.

South Dakota Vocational High School Online

Students who want to get a head start on a rewarding career can choose one of USCI’s career pathways: selected bundles of courses that prepare high school students for the world of work. From business, healthcare, veterinary services, paralegal studies, and fitness, we offer a wide range of career-path options designed to show employers that you’re ready to make a valuable contribution as soon as you earn your diploma. To learn more, visit our career pathways page.

Online HS Career Path

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit. Study on your phone or computer!

Transfer Credits Accepted

Up to 18 previous high school credits can be transferred for a savings of up to $249!

Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 45 Years in Business, 4.8 out of 5 TrustScore, Accredited by the DEAC and MSA-CESS, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.


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Tuition and Financing

A high-quality education needn’t be expensive. That’s why USCI offers a variety of tuition and financing options. Whether you’re looking into online high school for your child or yourself, our tuition and financing page will show you just how affordable it can be to earn an accredited high school diploma on your terms.

Tuition & Financing Options
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10-Day Money-Back Commitment

After you receive your first lesson, you have 10 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Student Support

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, as well as student services to support you throughout your program.

10-Day Money-Back Commitment

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Everything’s included – no hidden fees after enrollment.

Student Support

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, as well as student services to support you throughout your program.

How to Enroll

We are an open enrollment school. If you meet the requirements below, you will be accepted.

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    Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 13 years old, have completed 8th grade, and be able to read and write in English. Students will be required to self-attest completion of 8th grade by providing the school name, address, and date of attendance. For students under 18, a parent or guardian is required to complete the agreement.

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    Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.

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    Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures

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Program FAQs


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. Visit our high school tuition page to get more information about costs and our payment plan options.

U.S. Career Institute 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! U.S. Career Institute 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.

U.S. Career Institute allows students to gain up to 1 elective credit for relevant work experience as defined in the student catalog under the work-credit affidavit section.

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. U.S. Career Institute 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.

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.

Yes! Students in Florida can obtain a high school diploma from U.S. Career Institute's accredited online high school!

Absolutely. Our admissions team reviews transcripts from all public, private, and homeschool networks across Florida to ensure students receive full credit for coursework they have already completed.

We are a private online high school that is MSA-CESS & DEAC accredited, tuition-based private online high school open to residents across Florida, allowing for 100% self-paced flexibility without the rigid scheduling of public, charter or other Florida state-supported schools.

No. Because U.S. Career Institute is a private online high school, our graduation requirements are based on our high institutional standards and Colorado private education guidelines. Students studying from Florida earn an accredited high school diploma upon completing our core curriculum, completely bypassing local public school credit distributions or state-mandated electives.

No. Since we operate as an accredited private institution, our students are completely exempt from Florida public school standardized testing mandates, such as state End-of-Course (EOC) exams or regional assessment benchmarks. Academic progress is measured entirely through our internal, self-paced online coursework.

Every institution sets its own entrance requirements, and the acceptance of transfer academic credits and academic credentials to another institution is determined by the receiving institution. Courses in U.S. Career Institute’s high school program may or may not transfer to other institutions and depends solely on the receiving institution’s criteria and determination.

U.S. Career Institute operates as an DEAC and MSA-CESS accredited online provider based out of Colorado. As such, Florida funds for extracurricular activities are likely not available to your student.
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Citations & Disclaimers
*Bureau of Labor and Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Earnings and Unemployment Rates by Educational Attainment, 2020 on the internet at https://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2021/data-on-display/education-pays.htm (visited January 24, 2022). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Earnings and Unemployment Rates by Educational Attainment are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Earnings and Unemployment Rates by Educational Attainment includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.

U.S. Career Institute does not guarantee the transferability of its credits to any other institution or acceptance of its diploma to meet college entrance requirements or requirements of potential employers. The acceptance of transfer academic credits and academic credentials to another institution is determined by the receiving institution. Courses in U.S. Career Institute’s high school program may or may not transfer to other institutions and depends solely on the receiving institution’s criteria and determination.

Looking for an Online High School program in your state? U.S. Career Institute's high school program is available to all states: 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.