South Hills Academy
West Covina · Est. 1957
Now Accepting 2026–2027 Applications — Scholarships for qualifying High School students & Sibling Discounts. Apply today
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An American Diploma —From Anywhere in the World

SHA Online Academy brings a rigorous, college-preparatory American high school online. Grades 9–12 study on a flexible schedule from any country, earning an accredited U.S. diploma and a transcript recognized by universities worldwide.

Grades 9–12 · 100% OnlineAccredited U.S. Diploma24+ AP Courses
95%
Faculty with a Master's degree or higher
24+
Advanced Placement (AP) courses
6:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
90%
Graduates admitted to Top 50 universities
Backed by South Hills Academy

A Real American School — Behind Every Screen

SHA Online Academy is powered by South Hills Academy — a fully accredited American school educating students in West Covina, California since 1957. Your courses, diploma, and transcript carry the same accreditation and academic standards as our physical campus.

  • An accredited U.S. high school diploma & transcript
  • The same academic authority as our campus — since 1957
  • A credential recognized by universities worldwide
South Hills Academy high school students in class
Learning online on a laptop
Built Around Your Life

Learn From Anywhere, On Your Schedule

A flexible, immersive classroom that travels with you. Interactive live sessions, recorded lessons, and an adaptive platform build a personalized path — supported by real teachers and data-driven mentors.

  • Live classes plus recorded lessons you can revisit anytime
  • 95% of faculty hold a Master's degree or higher
  • AI-powered progress tracking with a dedicated mentor
  • Optional in-person hubs — Shanghai, Hangzhou, Shenzhen, Singapore & Los Angeles
Enrollment

Two Ways to Enroll

Choose the path that fits your goals — a complete American diploma, or individual courses alongside your current school.

Full-Time U.S. High School Diploma

Enroll full-time and earn an accredited American high school diploma — a globally recognized credential for applications to universities in the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, and beyond. A rigorous curriculum with a wide range of AP courses, flexible scheduling, and dedicated learning support.

Ideal for: students seeking a complete U.S. high school experience and admission to top universities worldwide.

U.S. High School Credit Courses

Take individual online courses alongside your current school — 24+ AP courses and 50+ regular courses, including electives like Digital Marketing, Robotics, and Creative Writing. Fill gaps in your school's offerings, strengthen your GPA strategically, and demonstrate academic initiative.

Ideal for: part-time students enhancing their academic profile or improving grades for college.

Go Deeper

Interest Pathways

From 10th grade, students specialize in one or two areas of interest — with 30+ electives and mentor guidance to build genuine expertise and a standout college profile.

  • STEM — life sciences, physics, engineering & computer science
  • Social Science — psychology, sociology, linguistics & anthropology
  • Humanities — literature, history & the arts
  • Econ & Business — economics, finance, management & entrepreneurship
  • College Athletics — balance academics with a path to collegiate sports
  • Explore — undecided? sample widely and build a broad foundation
South Hills Academy students presenting a science project
Beyond Coursework

A Whole-Student Education

Starseek Project

Interdisciplinary learning through competitions, research guided by top-university mentors, and real-world social-impact projects.

Character Education

Workshops that build time management, communication, and teamwork — the habits behind lasting success.

Cultural Integration

Cross-cultural activities and international projects that develop language skills and global citizenship.

College Counseling

Holistic planning that shapes each student's unique story and a tailored college-application strategy.

Tuition · 2025–2026

Transparent Tuition

Small classes average 3–8 students; one-on-one instruction is also available. Tuition does not cover physical books or optional event and activity expenses.

ProgramSmall Class (3–8)One-on-OneOutcome
Full-Time Diploma$19,000 / year$36,900 / yearAccredited U.S. diploma (6 courses/year)
Credit Courses$3,410 / course$6,150 / courseOfficial U.S. high school transcript
Admission

Your Journey Starts Now

Rolling admission across four terms — apply anytime and start with the term that fits you.

1

Reach Out

Contact our admissions team with any questions to get started.

2

Apply

Complete the application, share your academic history, and take a short entrance assessment.

3

Review

We review your application to get to know you and place you well.

4

Start

Finalize registration, select courses, and begin your journey.

TermDates (2025–2026)
SummerJul 28 – Aug 31, 2025
FallSep 22 – Dec 19, 2025
WinterJan 5 – Mar 27, 2026
SpringApr 6 – Jun 26, 2026

Ready to Start Online?

Tell us a little about your student and we'll walk you through the fit, the courses, and the path to enrollment.

Get In Touch

Request Information — Online Academy

Grades 9–12, 100% online, with an accredited U.S. diploma. Tell us your student's grade and goals and our team will follow up.

We respond within one business day. Prefer to talk? Call +1 (626) 919-2000 or email admissions@shacademy.org.

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