Question 1

How Does Acellus Academy Work?

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Acellus Academy is the official accredited online school of Acellus. Acellus Academy is fully accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges).

Question 2

How much is tuition?

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Please see the following link to view current tuition rates: Enrollment Pathways. The tuition covers the registration and instructional expenses to enroll a student in Acellus Academy. Students may take from one to six courses at a time.

Question 3

What about state testing?

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Acellus Academy is considered a private school based in Missouri. Our students are not required to participate in state testing. To ensure students are mastering the material, exams are incorporated into each course of instruction.

Question 4

What records are needed to enroll?

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During the enrollment process, you will be asked to provide basic information regarding your student. Parents may optionally choose to purchase a student ID card, in which case, the parent will need to upload a photo of the student. If a student wishes to import credits from other high schools, transcripts will be required before transfer credits can be awarded. These transcripts are required to qualify a student for graduation, but they may be submitted after a student has been enrolled and is taking classes.

Question 5

What if I decide to transfer to another school?

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During the enrollment process, you will be asked to provide basic information regarding your student. Parents may optionally choose to purchase a student ID card, in which case, the parent will need to upload a photo of the student. If a student wishes to import credits from other high schools, transcripts will be required before transfer credits can be awarded. These transcripts are required to qualify a student for graduation, but they may be submitted after a student has been enrolled and is taking classes.

Question 6

Do I need to notify the previous school?

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It is important to notify your previous school of your plans to enroll your child in Acellus Academy. If your student has completed any high school classes, you’ll also want to request a transcript.

Question 7

How soon can my student start?

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Once a student has been enrolled, they can begin immediately. There is no waiting period. You’ll receive the student’s login information as soon as you complete the enrollment process. Enroll now!

Question 8

What is an Education Plan?

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After the enrollment process families can create an Education Plan that can help outline their student’s educational pathway. The education planning process provides families with comprehensive information, including the following elements:

Question 9

How can I obtain verification of enrollment?

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Once you have enrolled your student, we’ll send you an enrollment confirmation by email. This can be used as proof of enrollment.

Question 10

How much is tuition?

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Please see the following link to view current tuition rates: https://www.acellus.vn/enrollment-pathways/ The tuition covers the registration and instructional expenses to enroll a student in Acellus Academy.

Question 11

How can I update my payment information?

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Parents can update their billing information through the parent account. Need step-by-step instructions?

Question 12

How do I pause or cancel my account?

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You may pause or cancel your account at any time.  How to Pause/Cancel Account. Once the student’s account is paused, you will no longer be billed for any payments. All of the student’s coursework will be archived in the Acellus system. Any information will be saved if you decide to re-activate the account.

Question 13

Can I get a refund if I cancel?

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Acellus Academy allows parents to cancel their account at any time. Any tuition payments processed prior to the time of cancellation are non-refundable. For more information, please see the terms and conditions of enrollment.

Question 14

What happens if I miss a payment?

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Our system is set up to process payments automatically based off of the previous payment. If a payment is declined, we notify the parent by email, leave the student active and try to process the payment the following week.

Question 15

Why is Acellus Academy so inexpensive compared to other private schools?

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As a not-for-profit organization, we go to great lengths to keep the cost of our program as affordable as possible. We are also thrilled that the Roger Billings Scholarship is available for students enrolled in Acellus Academy.  Not only does it help our families financially but also provides a motivational/mentoring benefit to participating students.

Question 16

Will the tuition go up as my student enters higher grades?

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No, our tuition is based on a monthly or annual plan. The grade level or number of courses (1-6) does not affect the tuition rate.

Question 17

How will my student learn at Acellus Academy?

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In Acellus Academy, each course incorporates self-paced video lessons taught by some of the best teachers from across the nation. The lesson videos will focus on teaching one concept at a time. After each lesson, students will be tested on their understanding of the material that was just presented. If they understand and have mastered the concept, they will move right on to the next lesson.

Question 18

Do students need to sign in at a certain time?

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Since Acellus Academy is completely self-paced, we do not require students to sign in at specific times. We make the program available 24/7 year round so that you can set up whatever schedule works best for your student’s specific schooling environment.

Question 19

Is the parent expected to grade the work?

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Parents are not required to grade their student’s work. Acellus will automatically grade work entered into the program and provide a score which will be easily viewable to parents through the parent interface.

Question 20

How long does it take to complete a course?

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This will vary depending on the student and situation. In our program, a student’s pace through the curriculum is determined based on their concept mastery. Students who struggle are allowed as much time as they require to complete each lesson.

Question 21

Do students get time off for holidays/breaks?

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Because Acellus is self-paced, you can plan breaks and vacations for your student’s schooling schedule. On days when your student does not log in, we will assume that you have excused them for that day and they will not be considered absent and their grade will not be impacted.

Question 22

Do students need to participate in state testing?

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Acellus Academy is considered a private school based in Missouri. Our students are not required to participate in state testing. To ensure students are mastering the material, exams are incorporated into each course of instruction.

Question 23

Where can I find the lecture for the Roger Billings Scholarship?

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The weekly lectures are live Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm CST. Watch now! Students can watch online and should submit comments or questions on the response form below the video feed. Be sure to have them include their Acellus ID to verify the account.

Question 24

How do I adjust my student's courses?

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You can adjust your student’s course list through the parent interface. For more details see: Adjusting Courses

Question 25

How do I adjust my student's courses?

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If your student is enrolled in Acellus Academy, you will have a parent account to access records and transcripts, make payments, and track your student’s progress.

Question 26

What can I do if I forgot my password?

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Parents can reset their PIN by going to sign in through the Acellus App. On the PIN Prompt, select “Forgot your PIN?” to begin this process.

Question 27

Can I create a personal user ID and password for my student?

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Yes, you can create your own user ID and password for a student account. A password that is unique to the student may be easier for them to remember. Start by launching the Acellus App and click on “Set Up Student Easy Sign In.” To create an “Easy Sign In,” you will first need to enter your student’s original 10-digit Acellus ID and password.

Question 28

What are Special Lessons?

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Many of our courses include Special Lessons. Students can find these assignments under the Special Lessons tab in their account.

Question 29

Where can I find my student's Acellus ID?

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Upon registration into our online school, your student will be assigned an Acellus ID and password. You will receive this login information by email.

Question 30

How can I pause/cancel my account?

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If you decide to pause or cancel your Acellus Academy account, follow these steps: Pause/Cancel Account

Question 31

How can I update my payment information?

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If you need to make a change to your billing information, follow these steps:

Question 32

How can I make sure my student is on track?

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You can easily view your student’s progress through their courses from the parent interface (see below). By viewing your student’s progress regularly, you can make sure that they are progressing at the necessary speed to be finished by whatever completion date you would like (a general completion date would be the end of the school year, i.e. the start of summer).

Question 33

Is Acellus Academy accredited?

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Yes, Acellus Academy is regionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). Regional accreditation is the most widely accepted form of accreditation in the United States. Your student will earn a high school diploma through Acellus Academy upon completion of all high school requirements. For more information, please see Accreditation and Affiliations.

Question 34

What is the difference between regional & national accreditation?

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Regional accreditation is the most widely accepted form of accreditation in the United States. Regional accreditation is granted by seven regional accrediting agencies, which operate in the following six regions: New England, Middle States, North Central, Southern, Western and Northwest. These accreditation agencies are among the oldest in the nation.

Question 35

Will my student receive a high school diploma from Acellus Academy?

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Yes, students who complete the graduation requirements will receive an Acellus Academy high school diploma. Acellus Academy offers two high school diploma paths:

Question 36

How do I know what my student needs to complete in order to graduate?

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If you have a high school student enrolled in our school, we recommend that you create a High School Education Plan. This plan will help you to map out your student’s high school plan of study. Please note that this plan is a guide to help you to make sure that your student is meeting our graduation requirements. As your student goes through high school, he or she may choose to alter the Education Plan as their interests broaden and career goals come into focus.

Question 37

How do I submit my student's transcript?

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You may submit your student’s transcripts to us by uploading them into your student’s Education Plan.

Question 38

Is there a higher fee for AP or Advanced courses?

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The cost of enrollment will not change based on which classes your student is taking; the tuition is per student rather than per class. Students can take 1-6 classes a time with no difference in tuition.

Question 39

Do you accept high school transcripts from other countries?

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International transcripts will need to be reviewed before they can be accepted. After you have enrolled, you are welcome to set up an Education Plan and then contact us once you have uploaded the transcript. If you prefer you may email us a copy.

Question 40

Will you accept transfer credits from another school?

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Credits earned while attending another accredited high school may be transferable. An official transcript will be required for the transfer of credits. Only credits with a grade of C- or greater are eligible for transfer. Acellus Academy reserves the right to decline the transfer of credit(s).

Question 41

How does my student apply for graduation?

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If your student is ready to apply for graduation, please fill out the application form online.

Question 42

Can Acellus Academy students take the PSAT?

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Since Acellus Academy is a distance education school, we do not administer the PSAT. However, students may register to take the PSAT through a local school. Please use the following link to find a school in your region that is offering the PSAT: https://ordering.collegeboard.org/testordering/publicSearch

Question 43

Does Acellus Academy offer A-G Approved courses?

Accepted Answer

Acellus Academy is a private school based in Missouri and does not offer A-G Approved courses through UC Doorways.

Question 44

Does Acellus Academy offer a GED?

Accepted Answer

Acellus Academy does not offer a GED, rather students are able to earn an accredited high school diploma upon completion of our graduation requirements.

Question 45

How do I request a final transcript from Acellus Academy?

Accepted Answer

Colleges often require a transcript with a graduation date listed in order to verify that a student has completed high school. Once your student has graduated from Acellus Academy, you may request a final transcript listing all credits earned and your student’s graduation date.

Question 46

How can my student take the SAT?

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Although students may take the SAT any time starting freshman year, most take it for the first time in the spring of their junior year and possibly retake it in the fall of their senior year.

Question 47

Will Acellus Academy accept college credits?

Accepted Answer

Courses completed at a college may be counted toward Acellus Academy’s graduation requirements, provided that the student has earned a grade of C- or above and that the course appears on an official transcript.

Question 48

Will colleges accept a diploma from Acellus Academy?

Accepted Answer

Acellus Academy graduates have been welcomed into colleges and universities throughout the United States and around the world.

Question 49

How can I obtain letters of recommendation for college applications?

Accepted Answer

Letters of recommendation are required by many colleges for freshman applicants. Acellus Academy can help coordinate with a student’s teachers to arrange for letters of recommendation.

Question 50

Can my student receive college credit for completing an AP course in Acellus Academy?

Accepted Answer

Students may take AP (Advanced Placement) courses through Acellus Academy to gain high school credit. In order to receive a college credit recommendation for an AP course, your student will need to earn a passing score on the associated AP exam at a testing center approved by the College Board. AP exams are not administered by Acellus Academy.

Question 51

Can Acellus Academy students take the PSAT?

Accepted Answer

Since Acellus Academy is a distance education school, we do not administer the PSAT. However, students may register to take the PSAT through a local school. Please use the following link to find a school in your region that is offering the PSAT: https://ordering.collegeboard.org/testordering/publicSearch

Question 52

Does Acellus Academy provide a computer to students?

Accepted Answer

A GoldBook Pro laptop is included in the Premium tuition plan.  Parents are also welcome to purchase a locked down Acellus device for their student from the Acellus Store, but this is not a requirement.

Question 53

Does my student need a computer to take classes at Acellus Academy?

Accepted Answer

Each student will need an Internet-connected device to access Acellus Academy courses. We support a variety of devices, including specific mobile phones, tablets and computers.

Question 54

Will everything for the program be provided online?

Accepted Answer

All of our course content is delivered online. There is no need to purchase additional textbooks. Please note that students will need a computer or device that has Internet access. Parents should also purchase basic school supplies, such as pencils, paper, etc.

Question 55

What devices are compatible with Acellus?

Accepted Answer

The Acellus program is compatible with many different devices including Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. For a complete list of supported devices, please visit: Technology Support.

Question 56

Where can I find the Acellus App?

Accepted Answer

The Acellus App is available in the App Store for most devices. You may also download it here: Acellus App

Question 57

Can my student use more than one device?

Accepted Answer

Students may access their account on multiple devices. However, there are some limitations:

FAQ

CÂU HỎI THƯỜNG GẶP

Chủ Đề

Cách Hoạt Động

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Acellus Academy hoạt động như thế nào?

Học phí là bao nhiêu?

Kiểm tra cấp Bang thì sao? (áp dụng cho học sinh tại Hoa Kỳ)

Cần những giấy tờ gì để nhập học?

Nếu tôi muốn chuyển sang trường khác thì sao?

Ghi Danh

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Làm thế nào để nhập học?

Có những cấp lớp nào?

Học sinh có thể bắt đầu học khi nào?

Có giới hạn độ tuổi được ghi danh không?

Nếu tôi muốn chuyển sang trường khác thì sao?

Bắt Đầu Lộ Trình Học Tập

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Tôi có cần báo cho trường cũ không?

Học sinh có thể bắt đầu học khi nào?

Kế hoạch học tập (Education Plan) là gì?

Làm sao để tôi xác nhận được việc nhập học?

Chi Phí & Thanh Toán

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Học phí là bao nhiêu?

Làm sao để cập nhật thông tin thanh toán?

Làm sao để tạm dừng hoặc huỷ tài khoản?

Tôi có được hoàn tiền nếu huỷ tài khoản không?

Nếu tôi bỏ lỡ một khoản thanh toán thì sao?

Tại sao học phí của Acellus Academy lại thấp hơn so với nhiều trường tư thục khác?

Học phí có tăng khi con tôi lên lớp cao hơn không?

Chương Trình Học

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Học sinh sẽ học như thế nào tại Acellus Academy?

Học sinh có cần đăng nhập vào giờ cố định không?

Phụ huynh có cần chấm điểm bài làm của con không?

Mất bao lâu để hoàn thành một khóa học?

Học sinh có được nghỉ lễ hoặc nghỉ giữa kỳ không?

Học sinh có cần tham gia các bài kiểm tra tiêu chuẩn của tiểu bang không? (cho học sinh tại Hoa Kỳ)

Tôi có thể xem bài giảng của Học bổng Roger Billings ở đâu?

Tôi có thể điều chỉnh các môn học của con mình như thế nào?

Tài khoản Phụ Huynh

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Tôi đăng nhập vào Acellus Academy với tư cách phụ huynh như thế nào?

Tôi phải làm gì nếu quên mật khẩu (PIN)?

Tôi có thể tạo tên đăng nhập và mật khẩu riêng cho con tôi không?

Làm thế nào để biết mã học sinh của con tôi (Acellus ID)?

Làm thế nào để tạm dừng hoặc hủy tài khoản?

Làm thế nào để cập nhật thông tin thanh toán?

Làm sao để biết con tôi đang học có đúng tiến độ không?

Kiểm Định

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Trường Acellus Academy có được công nhận không?

Sự khác biệt giữa kiểm định khu vực và kiểm định quốc gia là gì?

Trung Học Phổ Thông

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Con tôi có được cấp bằng tốt nghiệp THPT từ Acellus Academy không?

Làm sao tôi biết con mình cần hoàn thành những gì để được tốt nghiệp?

Tôi cần nộp bảng điểm của con bằng cách nào?

Học các lớp Nâng cao hoặc AP có bị tính thêm phí không?

Acellus Academy có chấp nhận bảng điểm trung học từ các quốc gia khác không?

Acellus Academy có chấp nhận chuyển tín chỉ từ trường khác không?

Làm sao để học sinh nộp đơn tốt nghiệp?

Học sinh Acellus Academy có thể tham gia kỳ thi PSAT không?

Acellus Academy có cung cấp các khóa học được chứng nhận A-G không?

Acellus Academy có cung cấp chương trình GED không?

Đại Học

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Làm thế nào để yêu cầu bảng điểm cuối cùng từ Acellus Academy?

Làm thế nào để học sinh của tôi có thể đăng ký thi SAT?

Acellus Academy có chấp nhận tín chỉ đại học không?

Các trường đại học có chấp nhận bằng tốt nghiệp từ Acellus Academy không?

Làm thế nào để tôi có thể xin thư giới thiệu cho hồ sơ xin nhập học đại học?

Con tôi có thể nhận tín chỉ đại học khi hoàn thành khóa AP tại Acellus Academy không?

Học sinh Acellus Academy có thể thi PSAT không?

Yêu Cầu Kỹ Thuật

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Acellus Academy có cung cấp máy tính cho học sinh không?

Con tôi có cần máy tính để học online tại Acellus Academy không?