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Allied National High School Reviews

Helpful College Prep Guidance, Limited Electives

By Jamie Littlefield, About.com

Students attending Allied National High School benefit from a structured college-prep curriculum but have access to a limited number of electives. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of Allied National High School, and leave your own review below.

Allied National High School Essentials

School Type: private
Accreditation:regional (WASC) and DETC
Format: online
Schedule: self-paced
More Information: Allied National High School Profile

The Ideal Allied National High School Student

Allied National High School has programs targeted towards many types of students including those who want to take a few classes, earn a diploma, or continue on to college. The “Allied College Assistance Program” is designed specifically for college-bound students who need assistance with scheduling college-prep classes, taking the SAT, and completing applications.

Allied National High School Pros

Students who thrive on interaction are likely to enjoy the discussion boards and daily student / instructor communication required by Allied National High School. Many find that regular interaction keeps them engaged in their work and helps them avoid falling behind. Students are able to complete courses at their own pace (up to one year), which is a preferred format for many self-motivated learners.

Allied National High School Cons

The broad range of students enrolled in Allied National High School may mean less of a focus on any one group. Some students prefer programs that target one group (college-bound, troubled teens, etc.) exclusively.

Students who want to explore electives are also likely to be disappointed by Allied National High School’s selection of five courses. Choices are limited to psychology, sociology, and vocational topics.
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