My high school does not offer the language I want, can I take an online college course for the requirement?
Question by japanesehams619: My high school does not offer the language I want, can I take an online college course for the requirement?
I know that some colleges offer high school students to take their courses. I do not like my high schools languages, can I take an online course for the language I want? Because foreign language is a requirement at my school. Here’s the thing, I’m a freshman and want to start taking a language class by the 10th grade. Ex. University of Phoenix Online Education
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Answer by earth angel
As long as you have time and money - you can do anything.
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It depends on your high school…i think you should go talk to your counsler to see what is best for you….good luck
You may want to look at Rosetta Stone. They offer a ton of languages via software (cheaper than a college course).
Not free, but very well priced.
It sounds like you have looked into this so go for it. I know that if you ask your guidance counselor he is probably going to try to talk you out of it and say that the courses they offer in the school won’t cost you as much money. But, honestly I think you ought to do what you are most focused in learning. If you haven’t done this then check the student handbook for your school district and learn the guidelines. Find out if there are any restrictions to earning outside credits. You can also consider going to a school board meeting and asking the question that you asked on Y!A more than likely the School District Superintendent would be the most knowledgeable of such matters.
If it’s accepted at your college I don’t see why it wouldn’t be accepted for high school credit, but you really need to talk to a councelor to make sure. It won’t take more than 10 minutes!
I think that could hurt your chances of admissions at some colleges. Taking an online language course is not a good idea. It will normally mean that no one is testing your ability to speak the language. The University of Phoenix is an especially bad choice, because it has a terrible reputation as a place that stops one step short of selling degrees. Check if your local community college offers a “live” course in this language at a reasonable time of day for you. It will be cheaper, better, and more respected. Your high school will probably allow you to do this and have extra study halls, but you’ll need to check with your guidance counselor first.