We will select a winner by June 30th, 2020. We will then work with the winner’s school to issue the funds, preferably by mid-June, but ultimately determined by the schedule of the school accepting the funds.

Simply fill out the form to apply to IVLA’s college scholarship. No other documents are needed to apply.

You do not have to be an IVLA student to qualify. You simply must have been accepted to an accredited U.S. university, community college, or trade school.

The funds will be issued to the school you plan on attending. The school will then apply the funds towards your tuition.

IVLA is accredited with Cognia (formerly AdvancEd) which is recognized globally. Cognia is an organization that accredits primary and secondary schools, worldwide. Their current scope accounts for over 25 million students in approximately 80 countries. 

IVLA students wishing to enroll in honors courses must have a minimum 3.0 GPA or a letter of recommendation from an instructor or counselor. IVLA Students wishing to enroll in AP® courses must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and meet all course prerequisites. Please contact an IVLA enrollment specialist for more information.

Yes. IVLA began providing online education programs in 2007. Since then we have grown to be a leading provider of online schooling, with students from around the world using our online learning platform. IVLA is fully accredited and NCAA approved, and we even have our own chapter with the National Honor Society. Resources such as these allow students to make a seamless transition from a brick and mortar school to an online school.

Yes, IVLA has flexible open enrollment. You can enroll and start at anytime as well as enroll for one semester (five months) or one year (ten months).

Students in the GATE program will have access to our regular program but will have lessons at a higher cognitive level, participate in additional literacy circles, and have the opportunity to take honors level courses.

In a literature circle, students will interact with other GATE students through a supervised application. Each student will have a specified role, and students will read, discuss, and respond about books while engaging in critical thinking and reflection. Literature circles will help students construct meaning with other readers while reshaping and adding to their understanding.

Yes, after a review of previous records and report cards.

Our teachers have a 12-hour response rate (or less) for student questions and 24 hours for grading, M-F. Weekend periods, teachers will grade and answer questions once the offices open back up on Monday. When a student has a question, they can reach out to their teacher via email or through the messaging section in their curriculum at any time. While they are waiting for teachers to respond, we encourage students to work on other subjects, assignments/lessons, even getting ahead of their schedule. Teachers will respond one of 3 ways. If a simple explanation/answer is all the student needs, they will respond via email the quickest. Teachers may also provide some additional resources and notes that will further help the student. Teacher may also schedule a phone call or a one-on-one conference via an GoToMeeting (similar to Zoom) where they can share their screen and explain anything needed.

IVLA is a private, accredited school. Our students are not considered homeschool students, as their courses are overseen and assignments graded by certified teachers. Students take between 4 and 6 courses each “school year”. These course requirements vary just a bit with grade level. For instance, Elementary and Middle School students take Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies each year. High school students take their level of these courses as well as a few other requirements over the course of their high school career. Each course is delivered online. There is no need for textbooks other than our Honors and AP courses for high school.

We offer a variety of curriculum options because we know that children vary in their learning styles. The core content will be the same in each of the programs. For instance, Algebra I will teach the same content whether you choose Plato or Apex. However, the delivery will be very different. The best steps in choosing a curriculum are 1) watching the demos as a family – this will give insight as to which program the student feels the most comfortable with and drawn to 2) take into consideration if your student needs any accommodations – such as ELS services, or text to speech for students who struggle in reading comprehension for large passages. 3) reviewing graduation goals (for high school students) such as pursuing an Honors diploma. For more information, check out our How to Choose a Curriculum that Fits page.

Transferring students will be allowed membership with (1) Proof of enrollment from previous school and (2) they will be given one semester to meet and maintain any of our standards that might be different from their previous school.

Dues will never exceed $20, if needed in a school year.

Yes. NHS allows for schools to make reasonable accommodations in these circumstances at the discretion of the advisor and director.

There are two deadlines to apply, each semester. One fall (November) and one spring (April). Contact us for exact dates.

Yes. IVLA elective courses are designed to document a wide range of life learning experiences to earn elective credit. A maximum of two credits will be awarded for outside activities or life experiences.

IVLA’s coursework is organized as a “self-paced,” and individualized learning system, which often works well in a Special Education setting. Students can start working at their class-appropriate grade level and move on to the next level when ready.

Yes. All IVLA courses, including all reading materials, are delivered online.

The cost of IVLA’s all-inclusive tuition remains the same regardless of course completion date. Payment must be made in full before re-enrolling for the next grade level and before IVLA can release grades for completed courses.

Students should complete one-to-two lessons per week for each course taken.

IVLA students must submit a weekly log entry summarizing completed elective activities. 72 hours of learning activity are required for each half credit earned in a semester. To earn one credit a student must complete 144 hours of a learning activity within two semesters.

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IVLA students wishing to enroll in honors courses must have a minimum 3.0 GPA or a letter of recommendation from an instructor or counselor. IVLA Students wishing to enroll in AP® courses must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and meet all course prerequisites. Please contact an IVLA enrollment specialist for more information.

Yes, IVLA does offer AP® courses, as well as Honors course.

As long as an IVLA student completes all required coursework within the specified enrollment period, IVLA encourages everyone to work at a personally comfortable pace. Some learners prefer to complete one course at a time while others want to move ahead as quickly as possible. Once a student has completed all the required work within a grade level, he/she may re-enroll in the next grade level without waiting for the enrollment period to expire.

Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 can receive high school credit for high school level math such as Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. Students wanting to take this level of math must show mastery of prerequisite requirements in each. Students in grades 6, 7 and 8 are also allowed to take a foreign language for high school credit. All other core courses and electives taken in middle school will not be considered for high school credit in accordance with college entrance requirements. We permit students the opportunity to take high school level electives at the middle school level, however these courses will not count toward graduation requirements at the high school level.

IVLA is a year-round school and does not follow a traditional school year calendar. Enrollment is continuous, so you can begin at any time. You can begin IVLA coursework as soon as your application is accepted and IVLA sends you a user name and password. You should receive your user name and password within 24-48 hours of application acceptance.

IVLA’s grade placement policy: Homeschool work completed through the eighth grade level will be accepted if the student completes the Diagnostic Online Reading Assessment (DORA) and the Diagnostic Online Math Assessment (DOMA). IVLA will use the results from these two assessments to determine a student’s appropriate grade level. Transfer credits will be awarded once the student’s completed homeschool work has been reviewed by IVLA’s admissions staff to determine whether or not the work meets with IVLA’s academic standards.

All IVLA courses are designed to allow students to move forward at their own pace as they master the course material. This means that no one gets left behind and no one gets held back. Students move forward at a pace that is right for them. Mastery-based progress is measured by a variety of methods, including quizzes, tests, papers, computer assessment, projects and a variety of out-of-school experiences. In addition, each fulltime IVLA student is assigned a success coach who monitors the student’s weekly education progress.

Just complete IVLA’s Online Enrollment Application and an IVLA Advisor will call you within 24-48 hours to complete your enrollment.

High school students must provide copies of all past high school transcripts to IVLA at the time of application. IVLA will use the information from your transcripts to create an academic plan that includes graduation goals and requirements. You may fax a copy of your official transcripts to: IVLA School Administrator @ (877)278-6250.

As long as a student has a computer and Internet access, he/she can enroll in IVLA programs. IVLA is a private online school without a physical campus and does not require a student visa to enroll in classes. However, students must be able to read, write and speak English in order to participate in IVLA coursework. Many international students have used IVLA’s online programs and, on completion, have successfully applied for admission to colleges and universities in the United States and abroad.

IVLA strongly suggests trying our fully working demos before enrolling. The Enrollment Fee is non-refundable. Within 30 days, if full tuition has been paid, 50% of course fees will be refunded if less than 1/3 of the course material has been completed. If you are using a payment plan, no refund is available. After 30 days, no refund is available.

Yes. Students can enroll in the middle of the traditional public school year. Enrollment can begin at any time of the year based on the date a student completes the entire IVLA application process. If a student has received full semester credit at his/her current public or private school, he/she may transfer to IVLA and complete the second semester. If a student is in the middle of a semester, special arrangements can be made with IVLA to get started regardless of where he/she is in their educational process.

Yes. Enrolling in two schools at the same time is known as “concurrent enrollment.” Contact IVLA’s school administrator for full details about how to complete a concurrent enrollment.

In any educational experience, your student has a better chance to succeed when you take part in the process. You don’t have to be a trained teacher to manage your child’s homeschool and/or online learning program, but you must be prepared to be completely dedicated to the effort and accept that the experience will include a lot of hard work and time.

IVLA offers an alternative approach to traditional classroom education models. IVLA is proud to serve students:

• who wish to take advanced courses or additional courses so they can graduate early;
• who need to make up credits for failed courses in order to graduate;
• who need remedial help in reading or mathematics;
• who need a flexible learning schedule that allows them to focus on careers or extracurricular activities that include extensive travel; and
• who live with medical conditions that make it difficult to attend a traditional school.

International Virtual Learning Academy (IVLA) is a year-round, online, private K-12 school. IVLA is fully accredited by AdvancEd and awards a California State High School Diploma. IVLA faculty members are highly qualified teachers who meet the California State requirements for private school faculty. Teachers and success coachs interact directly with students and parents to assess, prescribe, and monitor student progress. IVLA’s learning systems provide individualization to each student’s learning needs. IVLA offers over 1500 courses of the most innovative, engaging, and effective online curriculum available.

The level of socialization homeschool students enjoy is entirely dependent on how the adult(s) in charge of the experience coordinate and manage opportunities for outside activities. Not everyone who homeschools takes the time to plan extra-curricular activities or involve their children in the community. Generally speaking, homeschool kids go on field trips with other homeschooled kids; attend topically interesting classes and seminars at local museums, zoos and other places; start home businesses; play sports and are involved in art, drama and music lessons. The Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) “PBS Parents” quotes National Home Education Research Institute president Brian Ray who believes that socialization is not a problem for the vast majority of homeschool students. Mr. Ray reports that “Research shows that in terms of self-concept, self-esteem and the ability to get along in groups, homeschoolers do just as well as their public school peers.”

To assist in the learning and socialization process, IVLA offers homeroom sessions through a success coaching program designed to give full-time students the opportunity to interact and build relationships with other students.

IVLA is a private online school that provides a legal option for California homeschool students as well as homeschool students in many other states and countries. If you’re interested in knowing whether or not homeschooling is legal in your state, check the homeschool laws for your area. A complete listing is available at www.homeschoolfacts.com.

Whether you are a student working above grade level or if you have fallen behind and want to catch up to the curve, IVLA’s assessment and curriculum options can help you increase your chances of accelerating to graduation and success. If you’re a student who can work independently and without a lot of supervision, IVLA’s online programs can be a great “fit” for your educational needs.

Yes. IVLA enrolls students in grades K-12.

The trend towards online learning raises the question of just how effective online or online homeschool education is as compared to current traditional education models. According to a 2010 study conducted for the U.S. Department of Education, online learners perform slightly better than students in traditional face-to-face classrooms. (Source: Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning: A Meta-Analysis and review of Online Learning Studies: U.S. Department of Education Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development, Policy and Program Studies Service – Revised September 2010.) The study analyzed research comparing online and conventional learning at institutions of higher education and in K-12 school settings between 1996 and 2008.

A key finding of the report shows that students doing some or all of their coursework online rank, on average, in the 59th percentile, meaning these students did better than 59% of all those who were scored. Students in traditional classrooms ranked in the 50th percentile. Although this is a significant difference, the results don’t signal the end of public schools. But – the facts may help put an end to the myth that online learning is of a lower quality than current traditional learning models.

Yes. IVLA awards a California high school diploma on completion of graduation requirements. Transfer students must complete a minimum of 25% of the required credits with our program to earn a diploma. Depending on the diploma track chosen, this will total either 5 or 6 credits.

IVLA teachers are available on most weekdays to answer students’ questions and to provide assistance on an as-needed basis. Keep in mind that IVLA teachers, though always supportive, are NOT tutors and generally do not individually review each lesson or problem. IVLA teachers check their students’ progress and messages on a daily basis during the work week and will always respond to questions or concerns within 24-48 hours. IVLA teachers are not available on weekends or holidays.

IVLA teachers do not directly provide access to student grades. Grades, comments and student progress reports are available to parents and students through the IVLA Website.

IVLA Teachers are fully qualified and certified under California’s Private School requirements. All IVLA teachers are credentialed and possess an advanced degree and/or have extensive classroom or homeschooling experience. Generally speaking, online teachers must meet the same requirements as traditional teachers. At the high school level , online teachers must have a bachelor’s degree and a teaching license.