Online High School Diploma / GED

High School drop-out rates in America vary greatly depending on who is conducting the survey, but the typical numbers range between 19% and 33%. Not having a high school diploma can cause a number of road blocks in a person's potential career path. On average, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics, a high school drop-out earns about $700 per month less than someone with a high school diploma. Studies also show that high school graduates are typically healthier, and are 70% more likely to be employed than those without a diploma.

With all of this said, the value of a high school diploma becomes very obvious. Beyond the personal satisfaction of graduating from high school, a diploma is likely to improve a person's chances of finding a career that will provide a comfortable living salary.

If the fear of going back to the classroom is standing in the way of getting a high school diploma, an online high school/GED program could be a great option. Online high school degrees can be completed entirely over the Internet or through a combination of online and classroom experiences. The length of these programs depends on the number of credits a student has already accumulated.

There are a number of different types of online schools available. Make sure that your selection is accredited and charges a tuition rate comparable to others.