SMOA Dual High School Diploma Program
SMOA Dual High School
Diploma Program
The St. Mary’s Online Academy Dual Diploma Program allows international students to earn both their local high school diploma and a fully accredited U.S. high school diploma concurrently. Students complete targeted online coursework that supplements, not duplicates, their national curriculum, creating a flexible and globally recognized educational pathway.
WHAT ARE THE PROGRAM'S ADVANTAGES ?
- Build academic English fluency
- Experience Western-style education and assessment
- Enhance college application portfolios
- Opportunity to bypass TOEFL/IELTS in many institutions
- Flexibility in times, locations, and customizable courses
Course Credit
Students complete six U.S. high school credits:
2 Credits in Core Subject
- AP U.S. History
- AP Comparative Government & Politics
- AP English Literature & Composition
- English II
- English III
- English IV
4 Credits Electives
- Economics
- AP Psychology
- AP Microeconomics
- AP Macroeconomics
More courses will be made available depending on student interest.
Courses of the SMOA Dual High School Diploma Program
Length to Complete the Program
Grade 09–12 students complete all six credits in an intensive format before graduation.
Class Schedule
Asynchronous, flexible, self-paced access with weekly checkpoints and progress reviews.
Diploma Recognition
The U.S. diploma is fully accredited by Cognia and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. It is accepted by universities in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Europe, and beyond.
Required Equipment and Resources
- A personal computer or laptop with a functional camera
- Stable internet connection
- Comprehensive digital access to recordings, course materials, and technical support
Key Differences Between SMOA, IB, and AP
Differentiations among SMOA, IB, and AP
IB
- Duration: 2 years
- Flexibility: Low
- Stress Level: High
- Assessment: Exams, essays
- Learning Style: Rigid
SMOA Dual Diploma
- Duration: 1–3 years
- Flexibility: High
- Stress Level: Moderate
- Assessment: Projects, coursework
- Learning Style: Flexible + Real-time
AP
- Duration: 1 year / course
- Flexibility: Moderate
- Stress Level: High
- Assessment: Exams only
- Learning Style: Exam-based
Admission
Who is eligible to apply?
- Students in Grades 10–12
- Minimum B1 English proficiency or TOEFL 50
- Placement test required before course begins
- Up to three enrollment periods per year
When can students enroll?
- Rolling admission: enroll anytime based on study plan
