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American high school dual diploma programYour high school is here.Your future is global.

Earn a second diploma from an accredited American high school based in Massachusetts while continuing at your school in Türkiye.

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Dual diploma

The same morning, two schools.

Your school, your friends, the life you know… It all stays in place. At a time that suits your day, you join your online classroom led by U.S.-licensed teachers.

MSA-CESS accreditationNCAA-approved coursesVHS Learning · Since 1996

Grade 9

A new classroom, a new world.

You make your case in an online discussion with students from the U.S. and other countries. English becomes more than an exam subject; it becomes the language you think in.

21:1average student / teacher ratio

Grade 10

Every course has a teacher.

Courses are led by expert educators with U.S. teaching licenses. Each student has a private messaging space with their teacher; questions receive a response within 24 hours on weekdays.

Grade 11

Let your curiosity find its direction.

More than 200 courses, from artificial intelligence to psychology, astronomy to fashion design. When you are ready, experience college-level study in high school through AP courses.

200+course options
31AP courses

Grade 12

Every course, part of your progress.

You combine accepted credits from your school in Türkiye with your Academy courses to complete 22 credits. Your Academy grades are recorded on your official American transcript.

Graduation

And when that day comes.

You graduate from an accredited, diploma-granting American high school. Alongside your diploma from Türkiye, a second doorway recognized by universities around the world.

Where have graduates been accepted?

Where will your next stop be?

VHS Learning Academy graduates have been accepted by universities in the U.S., Canada and Australia.

  • Boston University
  • New York University
  • Northeastern University
  • University of Toronto
  • Penn State University
  • Syracuse University
  • Berklee College of Music
  • George Washington University
  • University of Sydney
  • University of Ottawa
  • Drexel University
  • Rutgers University
  • University of New South Wales
  • University of Florida

And one morning

Get ready for your first day at university.

Reading sources, supporting your views with evidence, writing in English, managing your time… The habits you will need at university are developed during high school.

Beginning

One student,
two diplomas.

Students continue attending their high school in Türkiye while taking online courses at VHS Learning Academy during the same years. When they graduate, they receive both their diploma from Türkiye and a diploma from an MSA-CESS-accredited American high school based in Massachusetts.

You do not take all 22 credits from scratch.

Courses taken at your school in Türkiye are evaluated; eligible courses count toward the credits for your American diploma. For the dual diploma, at least 5.5 credits are completed at the Academy. This means at least one quarter of the coursework.

  1. Your transcript is reviewed.Your official course and grade records are used to determine which courses will count.
  2. Your course plan is prepared.Outstanding requirements, your English proficiency and your academic readiness are considered together.
  3. You graduate when the plan is complete.Accepted credits and Academy courses fulfill the diploma requirements.

Your courses in Türkiye count

Sample graduation planVHS Learning Academy · dual diploma
Student…
SubjectRequiredSchool in
Türkiye		Academy
English4 years431English
Mathematics4 years44–
Science3 years of laboratory science33–
Social studiesworld and U.S. history, U.S. government30.52.5U.S. History · World History · U.S. Government
World language2 years of the same language22–
Health0.5–0.5
Personal finance0.5–0.5
Physical education11–
Arts and humanities11–
Electives321standard level
Total2216.55.5
This is a sample plan. Your final course plan is prepared after your official transcript has been reviewed.

More than 200 courses. Which one calls to you?

Explore the field you are considering for university while you are still in high school. Your courses are selected based on prerequisites, your academic readiness and your diploma plan.

  • Standard · ~6 hours per course per week
  • Honors · ~8 hours
  • AP · at least 10 hours

Your questions won’t go unanswered.

Courses are led by educators who hold U.S. teaching licenses and are experts in their fields. VHS teachers receive specialized training in engaging students in the online classroom.

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15 yearsof teaching experience on average; 81% of teachers hold a master’s degree or higher
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Within 24 hoursyou receive a response: each student has a private messaging space with their teacher (weekdays)
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21:1average student-to-teacher ratio
  1. 15 years of teaching experience on average; 81% of teachers hold a master’s degree or higher
  2. Within 24 hours you receive a response: a private messaging space with the teacher (weekdays)
  3. 21:1 average student-to-teacher ratio

Plan your own day.

Courses are asynchronous: weekly assignments and deadlines are set, and you choose when to study. Live office hours and additional help are also available when needed.

This week

Learning online does not mean learning alone.

From Istanbul to the world.

The cities on the map show some of the universities that have admitted VHS Learning Academy graduates. Your journey starts in Istanbul.

United States 39 universities

    Canada 4

      Australia 2

        VHS Learning, founded in 1996 with a U.S. Department of Education grant, is the first national online high school program in the United States. VHS Learning Academy is accredited by MSA-CESS as a diploma-granting school and is recognized as a private high school in Massachusetts; its courses are NCAA-approved. The course pass rate across VHS Learning is 92%.

        AP exam pass rates
        CourseVHS LearningMassachusettsWorldwide
        AP® Precalculus90%83%81%
        AP® Seminar100%82%82%
        AP® U.S. Government and Politics87%78%72%
        ScholegeOfficial enrollment office in Türkiye
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        Dear families,

        The dual diploma is a journey in which students take responsibility for their own learning. But they are not alone: they know whom to contact when they need help, and you can follow their progress.

        Teacher
        The first point of contact for course questions, assignments, and academic feedback.
        Parent access
        Grades and regular academic progress reports are shared through the student information system.
        Scholege
        We handle communication in Türkiye throughout enrollment and follow-up, guiding you step by step.

        Bringing the student’s official course and grade records and information about their English proficiency (at least WIDA level 4 is expected) to the meeting helps move the process along. We will also discuss how much time you can set aside each week.

        We look forward to meeting youThe Scholege Türkiye team

        Nine questions on your mind.

        Do I need to leave my school in Türkiye?

        No. You take the dual diploma program while continuing at your own high school. Your local courses and Academy courses are considered together in your individual graduation plan.

        Are classes held live at a fixed time?

        The main format is asynchronous learning on a weekly schedule. You plan your daily study hours; assignments have deadlines. Live additional help and office hours are also offered.

        Will I have to earn all 22 credits again?

        No. Your official transcript is reviewed, and credits from eligible courses are transferred. At least 5.5 credits must be completed at the Academy for the dual diploma.

        How long will it take to complete the program?

        The duration depends on your grade level when you start, the local credits accepted, and the courses you will take. It is finalized in your individual course plan.

        What English level do I need?

        Courses are taught in English. At least WIDA level 4 proficiency is expected for participation; your English readiness is assessed during the application process.

        Can every student take AP courses?

        AP course selection depends on academic readiness and course prerequisites. Some courses require prior subject knowledge, and courses are selected accordingly.

        Does an AP course count toward college credit?

        Course performance and AP exam results are assessed separately. The university you apply to determines whether an exam score qualifies for credit or an exemption.

        How is my GPA calculated?

        Your GPA includes courses completed at the Academy; transfer credits count toward graduation but are not included in your cumulative GPA. For weighted GPA, Honors courses receive an additional 0.5 points and AP courses an additional 1.0 points.

        How can parents see their child’s progress?

        Grades and coursework can be monitored through the student information system and academic progress reports. Communication with teachers and coordinators supports the process.

        Imagine that day together.

        A good start comes from understanding where the student is today and what they hope to achieve. Let’s plan together which courses you will take and how to fit the program into your life.

        1. 1Meet with Scholege.Share your current grade level, goals, and questions.
        2. 2Academic assessment.Your transcript, English readiness, and required courses are reviewed.
        3. 3Get started with your course plan.Complete the enrollment steps and establish your weekly routine.
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