what happens if you fail a course on penn foster

What happens if you fail a course on Penn Foster? "If you have a passing average even with failing proctor exams, you will pass the course. IF you don't you will have to take either the replacement course or take it at another school."

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Does Penn Foster accept financial aid for high school?

A. Penn Foster does not accept financial aid for our high school program, and neither do any other high schools nationwide. We do have a number of convenient payment options available to assist students, including payment plans with 0% interest, student discounts and promotions, and overall low program costs.

Where can I ask Penn Foster admissions questions?

These are general questions about Penn Foster, and are not program-specific. If you don’t see an answer to your questions, visit our program pages or browse the student Community, or click on the blue box to the right and chat with one of our admissions specialists.

Why Penn Foster?

A. Since Penn Foster does not have a brick and mortar campus that students need to attend, we are able to save money on operation costs and pass those savings on to our students. Penn Foster believes that every person has a right to get an education.

What do I need to study at Penn Foster?

Most of Penn Foster’s programs require a computer and Internet access to be completed. However, many of the programs also include books/study units that are mailed to the students. Some programs also provide the opportunity to take work study or a practicum in the field.

What is a passing grade on Penn Foster?

Quality Point Avg. You must pass all courses and achieve a cumulative Quality Point Average (QPA) of 2.0 or higher in all studies to graduate and earn your associate or bachelor's degree.

Can Penn Foster kick you out?

Any such violation by a Penn Foster student may also result in disciplinary action, up to and including academic expulsion.

How many credits do you need to pass Penn Foster?

21 creditsOur online high school diploma curriculum is a total of 21 credits, including your basic general education requirements, like English and math courses.

How many test can you take a week on Penn Foster?

Finally, in order to assist all students in reaching their maximum learning potential, Penn Foster High School will limit each student to no more than 15 exams in a calendar week (Sunday through Saturday).

Can I finish Penn Foster in 3 months?

Once you have passed all your courses, you will receive your diploma from Penn Foster High School. You can graduate in as little as three years. Or, if you qualify for credit from previous schooling, you can finish in as little as nine months for each year of high school you need.

Does Penn Foster record your screen?

I recently took a proctored exam from Penn Foster and was able to take it online. It uses RPNow (also used by Study .com). You download a program to your computer, enter an exam code, and the computer records you taking the exam. (You must have a webcam.)

How many exams are in Penn Foster?

Finally, in order to assist all students in reaching their maximum learning potential, Penn Foster High School will limit each student to no more than 15 exams in a calendar week (Sunday through Saturday).

Is Penn Foster a real high school diploma?

Penn Foster High School is both regionally and nationally accredited, ensuring that the diploma you earn online is legitimate.

How many electives do I need to graduate Penn Foster?

5 elective creditsYour online high school diploma program consists of 16 core credits and you choose 5 elective credits, ranging from academic electives like American literature and algebra to career pathway electives, like pharmacy technician, residential electrician, or vet assistant.

How long does it take to complete a course on Penn Foster?

Depending upon the program you choose, you can complete your training in just a few months or take up to two years to complete a program, depending on the program. Student enrolled in our High School diploma program may take up to three years to complete their program.

How much do programs cost?

Each program has its own affordable tuition with several payment options with 0% interest. Students can pay in full or pay with monthly payments. S...

Is Penn Foster accredited?

Penn Foster High School is regionally accredited for grades 9 through adult by the Commission on Secondary Schools of the Middle States Association...

What is the age limit for Penn Foster's programs?

Penn Foster has minimum age requirements for each program, but we do not set a maximum age limit on any of our programs.

Is Penn Foster just an online school?

Most of Penn Foster’s programs require a computer and Internet access to be completed. However, many of the programs also include books/study units...

Once I complete my program, am I qualified to immediately enter my vocational field? If not, what ot...

Certification and licensure requirements will vary depending on the program, vocational field, and state. Students should check with the governing...

What grade do you need to transfer to Penn Foster?

You must have a minimum grade of “C,” and up to 75% of required credits may be transferred. If you wish to receive credit, contact the college you attended and request for your official transcript (s) to be sent to Penn Foster College for evaluation. All approved transfer credits will be deducted from your tuition.

What time does Penn Foster's student services open?

A. Don't panic if you happen to miss a payment — Penn Foster's Student Services is available Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm (Eastern time) to help you with any payment questions. Students who miss a payment also have a grace period.

How many transfer credits are there in high school?

The maximum number of transfer credits allowed is 16.

Does Penn Foster accept transfer credits?

No form of accreditation guarantees that any learning institution will accept credits from any school as transfer credits. Q.

Does Penn Foster require a computer?

Most of Penn Foster’s programs require a computer and Internet access to be completed. However, many of the programs also include books/study units that are mailed to the students. Some programs also provide the opportunity to take work study or a practicum in the field.

Is Penn Foster a virtual classroom?

A. There are no virtual classrooms, since Penn Foster is a self-paced school. There are some programs that have webinars the student must log into and attend. In addition, there are live Q&A webinars available on the Penn Foster Community Web site.

Does Penn Foster accept financial aid?

A. Penn Foster does not accept financial aid for our high school program, and neither do any other high schools nationwide. We do have a number of convenient payment options available to assist students, including payment plans with 0% interest, student discounts and promotions, and overall low program costs.

University

I Realized alot Universitys online actually accept our Diploma!!! Im looking to Major in Psychology. During my search though alot of CUNY or SUNY dont accept our Diplomas

Do you get flagged for going through reading assignments and exercises too fast?

Would my account get flagged if I just scrolled to the bottom of reading assignments hit "Go to next assignment", then do my exercise quickly? I prefer to print out a pdf version of the lesson for notes

College

is any other penn foster high school worried about how doing this online school will affect getting into colleges and then jobs in the future? if i could get some encouragement or success stories of people continuing their college life after penn foster i’d greatly appreciate it! :)

Penn Foster Exercises

Does anyone know if i have to complete the excercises in penn foster to graduate? or can i just complete all the exams and pass?