This program is for students at the age of 16 or higher who haven’t completed their high school program and would like to
- Shorten the school time
- Save cost in studying abroad
What is High School Completion Program Like?
Students will get to study both High School and Bachelor Degree level together at the same time, which the credits in this system serve two purposes which are:
- Serving requirements for High School Certificate
- Serving requirements for University Transfer
One subject can be counted in both curriculums at the same time, and the credits in most subjects in High School Completion program can be transferred to Associate Degree and Bachelor’s Degree level. As a result, students can study in and graduate from high school, and college at the same time (granted that they are not required to study English) within two years, for example, if the student is 16 years old and studying grade 10, he/she can enter the program and graduate when he/she is 18-19 years old. Furthermore, the graduates will have credits equivalent to the 1st and 2nd year of Bachelor Degree.
After they finish this program, they will be given a high school graduation certificate from the college which is affirmed by the government of Washington USA.
For this program, students should:
- be ready to take responsibility of living by yourself.
- graduate from grade 9.
- be at least 16 years old.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is TOEFL/IELTS required?
High School Completion Program does not require TOEFL or IELTS to apply, instead, upon arrival the students will have to take a placement test, so that the college can evaluate whether they need to take ELS course. Additionally, if the students already have qualified TOEFL or IELTS score, they can hand in during application which will result in you being accepted into college right away.
Can High School Diploma be accepted by university outside of Washington?
Washington State High School Diploma certification depends on the consideration of each university; however, most university outside of Washington would certify diplomas from different State.
Can students be transferred to 4-year a university after completing High School Diploma?
Yes, it is possible that the students can be transferred to university with High School Diploma from community college. However, it is best that the students consult with their Academic Advisor who takes special care of international students, so that they won’t miss the date of application from their desired universities.
What is it like to register?
The students will be registering with the help of an Academic Advisor. The credits that the students have to get in order to complete the High School Completion Program are those under the requirements of Washington State according to the information from Education Commission of the States at http://ecs.force.com/mbdata/mbprofall?Rep=HS01. Students who wish to complete a high school program in Washington State need to have the following credits.
*Apart from these, students are required to take SAT or ACT with the score meeting the requirement, before receiving High School Diploma from the college. The students can take the exam during the end of 1st or 2nd year since the students’ English capabilities and general knowledge at these moments should be ready for the exams.
What is the classroom environment like?
International students will be studying with American students which are averagely 17 – 24 years old. Even though, some are high school students, but the classroom will feel more like a college class. Thus, the students enrolling this program must be able to take care of their studies.
What is the classroom environment like?
International students will be studying with American students which are averagely 17 – 24 years old. Even though, some are high school students, but the classroom will feel more like a college class. Thus, the students enrolling this program must be able to take care of their studies.
Is it possible to study for High School Diploma only, and how long would that take?
Yes, it is. Normally, students would take 2 – 3 semesters or 6 – 9 months. However, it also depends on the calculation of the credits from high school (since grade 9) and , for those who need to take the ESL course, the time needed to complete the course.
What is the differences between studying High School Completion for only High School Diploma and for Both High School Diploma and Associate Degree?
For application of only High School Diploma, there must be an oversea credit calculation and transfer. For some colleges, students must ask an organization to assess the credits from overseas which can cost around $250 – $300, but for some, they already have staffs whose responsibility is assessing credits from overseas, cutting out the need of hiring outsource organization. The colleges with the said service are, for instance, Edmonds Community College, and Green River College. However, if the students choose to do both High School Diploma and Associate Degree (2 academic years), students will receive two Diplomas upon graduate.
What’s the difference between GED and High School Diploma?
The students who are 16 years old and haven’t complete high school can choose to study in college with High School Completion Program or they can choose 2 + 2 University Transfer Program, and take a test to get GED (General Education Development) which is the equivalent of High School Diploma. To be sure, students should do research and see if their desired 4-year universities have any requirements for High School Diploma, but in general they accept both High School Diploma and GED since for those graduated with Associate Degree from college, they seem to have trouble even with either High School Completion or GED.
High School Completion Student Interviews
RECOMMENDED COLLEGES FOR HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION
Shoreline Community College: Located at the Northern part of Seattle, Shoreline Community College is surrounded by residential area with easy access to facilities and malls. Moreover, Shoreline Community College is a perfect start for academic life for international student, because all of the staffs, the professors understand that studying abroad is a big step for them, and are ready to provide help and guidance. Plus, there is an advising system that helps student with there studies and with transferring to University of Washington.
Edmonds Community College: Located in the city of Lynwood, Edmonds Community College has dormitory and homestay. The rule at Edmonds states that the student can study in an Associate Degree level which is equivalent to the 1st and 2nd year of Bachelor’s Degree. After graduating from Edmonds, students can transfer to universities inside or outside of Washington State. Edmonds has the highest transfer rate to UC Berkeley compared to other colleges outside of California.
Green River College: Located in the city of Aubern, Southern Seattle, Green River College provide a two-year Associate Degree program with more than 75 subjects. Their environment is parklike, filled with tall trees. The neighborhood is friendly and peaceful, an ideal place for education. Moreover, they also have Aviation program along with dormitory and homestay.
