Online Certificate Programs

All Interlochen Online certificate programs are currently $999, plus a $75 registration fee. However, certificate programs will increase to $1,299, plus a $75 registration fee as of Oct. 26, 2026.

Students may also enroll in courses on an a la carte basis and apply them towards a certificate program later. In this scenario, students are not eligible for the discounted package rate, and the total cost of the certificate program will come to $1,197 before Oct. 26 and $1,497 after. Oct. 26.

All of the certificate programs currently offered by Interlochen Online are eligible for high school credit and college credit.

Yes, you will receive a grade for each course you enroll in, regardless if you are enrolled in a single course or certificate program. Your transcript will reflect the average grade you received in the three courses that make up a certificate program.

As with any college coursework, whether those credits apply toward a specific degree program is determined by the college or university the student ultimately attends.

Many institutions consider credits from regional accreditors for transfer. Students who plan to apply these credits toward a future degree are encouraged to check with their intended college or university to understand how the credits may fit within their program requirements.

As with any high school coursework, whether those credits apply towards graduation requirements is determined by the high school the student ultimately attends.

Many schools consider credits from regionally accredited schools for transfer. Students who plan to apply these credits towards graduation requirements are encouraged to check with their counselor to understand how the credits may fit within their school’s requirements.

College credit earned through Interlochen Online is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a regional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

As with any college coursework, the decision to accept transfer credit is made by the receiving college or university. However, credits from regionally accredited institutions are widely recognized, and many colleges consider them for transfer.

Students who hope to apply these credits toward a future degree are encouraged to check with their intended college or university to understand their specific transfer policies.

Earning college credit ahead of the college application process can demonstrate academic initiative and a willingness to take on more advanced study. For many students, it signals to colleges and universities that they are motivated to challenge themselves and engage seriously with their academic interests.

Beyond the application itself, completing college-level coursework may help students arrive better prepared for future study and potentially allow them to place out of introductory courses or apply credits toward degree requirements.