--- title: Getting Back on Track to Earning a High School Diploma | eGuide description: With flexible class formats, dedicated teachers, and a schedule that works for students, Acceleration Academies is a different way to earn a high school diploma. image: https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/General%20Audience%20Ad1%20-%20Rectangle%20Ad%20-%20Opt%201.png --- [![Accelaration Academies](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/raw_assets/public/acceleration_academy/images/logo.png?width=1000&height=300&name=logo.png "Accelaration Academies")](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/) Menu ![hamburger menu icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/acceleration_academy/images/interactive-lp/yellow-hamburger.svg) [Get Started](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/request-info?hsLang=en) ![arrow right icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/acceleration_academy/images/interactive-lp/yellow-start-icon.svg) - [About](https://accelerationacademies.org/the-program/high-school-completion/) - [Our Accredidation](https://accelerationacademies.org/our-accreditation/) - [Our Team](https://accelerationacademies.org/our-team/) - [Careers](https://accelerationacademies.bamboohr.com/jobs/) - [FAQ](https://accelerationacademies.org/the-program/common-questions/) - [High School Diploma vs GED](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/ged-vs-diploma) - [Events](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/events) - [Locations](http://accelerationacademies.org/our-locations/) - [Blog](https://accelerationacademies.org/blog/) - [News](https://accelerationacademies.org/news/) - [Meet Our Graduates](https://accelerationacademies.org/the-program/ourgraduates/) - [Contact](https://accelerationacademies.org/contact-us/) - [MyIncite Login](https://myincite.accelerationacademies.org/?__hstc=18739174.94fb9d16f9d76b43e4259b934880c683.1661796001608.1661796001608.1661796001608.1&__hssc=18739174.1.1661796001608&__hsfp=1103725085) [Get Started!](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/request-info?hsLang=en) # *Back on track to* GET YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA ![Sparkles](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkles.svg "Sparkles") Acceleration Academies is here to give students more pathways to finish high school. With flexible class formats, dedicated teachers, and a schedule that works for you, it’s a different way to earn your high school diploma. Let’s start out with some commonly asked questions.   ## Frequently Asked Questions Click the question to find out! ![Free Graphic-svg](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Free%20Graphic-svg.svg) Frequently Asked Questions ![Money Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Money%20Graphic.svg) ### **Is it Free?** **Yes!** Unlike GED programs or charter schools, Acceleration Academies are **completely free.** *Something else you want to ask?* **Request more information to get your questions answered!** Request Information ![Apply Graphic-1](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/Apply%20Graphic-1.svg) Frequently Asked Questions ![Safe Learning Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Safe%20Learning%20Graphic.svg) ### **WHO CAN APPLY?** Anyone ages **14-20** can apply and will be considered.**[Start your application here!](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/enroll/)** *Something else you want to ask?* Request more information to get your questions answered! Request Information ![Hybrid Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/Hybrid%20Graphic.svg) Frequently Asked Questions ![Schedule Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Schedule%20Graphic.svg) ### **IS IT ONLINE?** We have a **hybrid format** with both online classes and in-person support. *Something else you want to ask?* **Request more information to get your questions answered!** Request Information ##### see ya traditional schooling ![student-thinking-hand-on-chin](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/interactive-lp/student-thinking-hand-on-chin.png?width=950&height=506&name=student-thinking-hand-on-chin.png) ##### 1 in 3\* students say traditional schooling  isn’t for them. so, what are the options?   ![student-studying-with-airpods](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/interactive-lp/student-studying-with-airpods.png?width=520&height=695&name=student-studying-with-airpods.png) ## acceleration academies vs. traditional high school: what makes us different? [Acceleration Academies vs GED](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/earning-a-high-school-diploma-interactive-eguide#comparison) [Trends in alternative learning](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/alt-ed-trends-2022) ### The AA Difference ![Application Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Application%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **BUILD YOUR OWN SCHEDULE** Plan your classes around your life. ![Language Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Language%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **FOCUS ON ONE TOPIC** Master that class before moving on. ![Safe Learning Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Safe%20Learning%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **SAFE LEARNING OPEN SPACES** Solo or in a group – it’s up to you! ![Alternative Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Alternative%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **FIND LIFE-LONG RELATIONSHIPS** You have a place here. ![Mentors Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Mentors%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **ADVICE FROM MENTORS** We help you take the next steps.   #### Let’s Get “Reel” Our mission makes us innovative, but our students make us special. See what we mean? [Follow Us On Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/accelerationacademies/) [![Reel 1](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Reel%201.png)](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CfMKCbVgTln/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) [![Reel 2](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Reel%202.png)](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CcAyF6FsFC7/) [![Reel 3](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Reel%203.png)](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CegXmGhO9_7/) ## “reel” talk from our students   ![map of U.S.](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/teal-map.png) ##### [BETHEL, WASHINGTON](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/bethel) - Spanaway ##### [CLARK COUNTY, NEVADA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/clarkcounty) - North Las Vegas - East Las Vegas ##### [ECTOR COUNTY, TEXAS](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/ector-county-tx) - Odessa ##### [WICHITA, KANSAS](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/ector-county-tx) - Wichita ##### [ESCAMBIA, FLORIDA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/escambiacounty) - Pensacola ##### [GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/gwinnett-county) - Gwinnett ##### [CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA](http://www.charlestondiploma.com/) - North Charleston ##### [SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/sarasota) - Sarasota  ##### [MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/miami) - Homestead - Central Miami ##### [ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/stlucie) - Port St. Lucie - Fort Pierce ##### [MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA](https://marioncounty.accelerationacademy.org/) - Ocala where in the US is  an academy? Find AA [Find a location near you](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/ourlocations)   ![Image - Tier 6](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/landing%20pages/Image%20-%20Tier%206.png?width=520&height=695&name=Image%20-%20Tier%206.png) ## acceleration academies:  high school diploma vs. ged ##### #dyk: dropouts are 72% more likely to be unemployed. *U.S. Department of Labor Statistics*  Path Comparison Challenge AA Diploma GED Cost It's expensive. **It's free.** Can cost up to hundreds of dollars. Format The traditional high school format just isn't for me. 4-6 classes a day doesn't work for my schedule. A Flexible learning & scheduling format that includes **online and in-person** support from local facilities where you can take 1 course at a time. One remote format. Support I need more support. academically, socially and emotionally. Personalized program that includes **one-to-one help** and instruction from on-site teachers, counselors, and life coaches. Expensive online training. Technology I don’t have access to technology. **Wi-Fi and loaner technology** so you have the tools to succeed. You must provide your own technology.   #### AA Resources [![Application Graphic-svg](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Application%20Graphic-svg.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **APPLICATION PROCESS** You can apply at any time!](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/enroll) [![Language Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Language%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **LANGUAGE SUPPORT** We have English Coaches](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/2021-3-18-brothers-find-their-way-at-sarasota-acceleration-academies/) [![Academy Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Academy%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **ACADEMY HOURS** Connect with teachers or students](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/ourlocations) [![Alternative Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Alternative%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION** Our 2022 top takeaways](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/alt-ed-trends-2022) [![Testing Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Testing%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **STATE TESTING** Support to improve your scores](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/faq) [![Schedule Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Schedule%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **JOB RESOURCES** Yes, we can help you find a job!](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/faq) [Answers To All Your Questions!](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/the-program/common-questions/) [More on our blog](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog) ![students-studying](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/interactive-lp/students-studying.png?width=520&height=695&name=students-studying.png) ## more resources by acceleration academies ### Articles and Audio [![Article Graphic 1](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Article%20Graphic%201.png)](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2022/8/15/7-reasons-why-a-high-school-diploma-is-important) [**7 REASONS WHY A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA IS IMPORTANT**](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2022/8/15/7-reasons-why-a-high-school-diploma-is-important) [See More](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2022/8/15/7-reasons-why-a-high-school-diploma-is-important) [![Audio Graphic 2](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Audio%20Graphic%202.png)](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/2020-6-10-where-does-public-education-go-after-the-pandemic/) [**WHERE DOES PUBLIC EDUCATION GO AFTER THE PANDEMIC?**](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/2020-6-10-where-does-public-education-go-after-the-pandemic/) [Listen Here](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/2020-6-10-where-does-public-education-go-after-the-pandemic/) [![Article Graphic 3](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Article%20Graphic%203.png)](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/alt-ed-trends-2022) [**10 TRENDS IN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION IN 2022**](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/alt-ed-trends-2022) [See More](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/alt-ed-trends-2022)   ![students-with-posters](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/interactive-lp/students-with-posters.png?width=950&height=507&name=students-with-posters.png) ## our students, their stories ### Meet some AA students [![Aubrianna](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Aubrianna.png) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Quote%20Mark.svg) **AUBRIANNA** I always had help with my work](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2022/5/3/aubrianna-morris-finds-her-learning-home-at-lowcountry) [![Jax](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Jax.png) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Quote%20Mark.svg) **JAX** I never thought I’d go to school again](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2021/5/12/i-never-thought-id-be-able-to-go-to-school-again-zzldd) ![Carolina](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Carolina.png) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Quote%20Mark.svg) **Carolina** I didn't feel lost anymore ![Bill and Chris](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Bill%20and%20Chris.png) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Quote%20Mark.svg) **BILL & CHRIS** They didn’t let us get left behind ![Savannah](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Savannah.png) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Quote%20Mark.svg) **SAVANNAH** I was able to move at a faster pace Our program is as unique as our students. We tailor our approach to help fill the gaps that traditional high schools didn’t cover. From working moms to those with learning differences, here are a few of the students that have excelled with Acceleration Academies. Student Stories ![Carolina Image Tile](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Carolina%20Image%20Tile.png) #### **hi, carolina** Overwhelmed by the crowded hallways of traditional high school, Carolina found Acceleration Academies and **thrived in the customizable format.** [Read Carolina's story](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/carolina-lopez) ![Aubrianna Image Tile](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Aubriana%20Image%20Tile.png) #### **hi, aubrianna** Aubrianna needed a quiet place to work and more personalized attention from teachers. Acceleration Academies helped her work at her own pace and excel in her work.  [Read Aubrianna's Story](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/blog/2022/5/3/aubrianna-morris-finds-her-learning-home-at-lowcountry) ![Jax Image Tile](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Jax%20Image%20Tile.png) #### **hi, jax** Struggling with anxiety, depression, and a school environment that didn’t feel safe, Jax needed a change. Acceleration Academies provided an **affirming, caring support team of teachers and friends to help him succeed.** [Read Jax's story](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/i-never-thought-id-be-able-to-go-to-school-again/) ![Joanna Image Tile](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Joanna%20Image%20Tile.png) #### **hi, joanna** Joanna was working the graveyard shift to save for college and she had a hard time fitting high school into her schedule. Acceleration Academies helped her work when she was free and **she got her diploma in no time.** [Read Joanna's story](https://www.accelerationacademies.org/blog/2021-9-16-ccaa-grads-raila-mykaela-rabagoz-moving-from-disappointment-to-success/)   ![student-graduating](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hs-fs/hubfs/interactive-lp/student-graduating.png?width=950&height=507&name=student-graduating.png) ## take the next step to high school graduation #### Get Started [![Application Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Application%20Graphic-svg.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **Application Process** You apply at any time!](https://meetings.hubspot.com/scampbell2/enrollment-coach-meetings) [![RMI Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/RMI%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **REQUEST MORE INFORMATION** Fill out our online form](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/request-info?hsLang=en) [![Email Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Email%20Graphic.svg) ![plus icon](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/landing%20pages/Sparkle%20Single.svg) **WE CAN DO EMAIL TOO ** Plan your classes around your life.](mailto:info@accelerationacademy.org) ##### enroll now   [start your application](https://www.accelerationacademy.org/enroll) ##### GET SOCIAL [![facebook-f-brands](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/facebook-f-brands.svg)](https://www.facebook.com/diplomasmatter)[![instagram-brands (1)](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/instagram-brands%20(1).svg)](https://www.instagram.com/accelerationacademies/)[![linkedin-in-brands (2)](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/linkedin-in-brands%20(2).svg)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/acceleration-academies)[![Artboard 1-1](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Artboard%201-1.svg)](https://twitter.com/AccelAcademies) ### Request Information Get Started ![Application Graphic](https://info.accelerationacademies.org/hubfs/interactive-lp/Application%20Graphic.svg) ### **START YOUR APPLICATION** Ready to apply? 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