Study abroad high school credits transferable?

Question

i was considering going to italy for a year for high school.

would credits earned over there transfer over to California high school credits?

Answer 1

Most likely not.  However, you can do an online school to get the credits.  In washington the is an online school called 'k12.'

Answer 2

If you are going abroad for a year of high school with a recognized exchange student program, then your school will generally work with you so that you graduate on time.

I realize at a first glance this does not answer your question, but what generally happens is that your school will give you credit for SOME things you take in Italy. For example, most will give foreign language, social studies, English (if you take it) and also independent study. Some schools will even give math and science credit. On classes where you HAVE to take them in the U.S. (i.e. American History/Government, Junior/Senior English), most exchange students will either double up the year before they go or the year they get back. Some will take a summer or correspondence class.

However, for American students, it's almost ALWAYS possible to graduate on time and take an exchange year. Your school counselor will have the details for you.

Two things to make sure of:

1. You use a CSIET listed program (www,csiet,org). The major programs are all listed -- AFS, YFU, Rotary are among the best.

2. Make sure you get your academic plan in writing from your school. That way if there is a change in the people who approved your plan, you are still covered.

Good luck! This is a great opportunity with lots of rewards.

If you are interested in other aspects of becoming an exchange student, visit http://www.exchangestudentworld.com/

That's an on-line community of exchange students who share advice and experience

Answer 3

High School credits generally differ from college/university credits in the sense that they do not usually transfer abroad.

Perhaps someone with a better understanding of how U.S. and Italian high-schools work will be a long to clarify the matter for you.