CHS Executive Profile
Our Background
Citizens High School was established in 1981 and has made it’s name as a distinguished online private high school in the United States. With students represented in 53 states and territories and 62 countries, and over 25,000 alumni, CHS prides itself with offering pathways for students of any background or age.
Citizens High School is a registered private high school under the Florida Department of Education and is an accredited institution.
Our Leadership
Dr. James Etter
CEO, Founder American Military University, American Public University
Jessica Cavallaro
Chief Academic Officer
Academics
Diploma for College
24 Credit Diploma
College preparation diploma for students preparing for the major and college of their choice.
Diploma Requirements:
- 4 English
- 4 Math
- 3 Science
- 3 Social Studies
- 10 Electives
- 1 Physical Education (Recommended)
- 1 Fine Arts (Recommended)
- 2 Foreign Language (Recommended)
Diploma for Career
18 Credit Diploma
Career diploma for students preparing for the workforce
Diploma Requirements:
- 4 English
- 2 Math
- 1 Science
- 1 Life Skills
- 1 Social Studies
- 1 Parenting or Career Skills
- 8 Electives
Online & Paper Based Diploma Programs
Over 200 Core and Elective Courses
Faculty with Subject Matter Experience
Canvas Learning Management System
Our Students
Faculty to Student Ratio
1:50
Retention Rate
30-day timeframe
91%
Student Satisfaction Rate
94%
International Students 27.6%
Ex-Pat Students
8.3%
U.S. Students
64.2%
Our High School Online Courses are Fully-Accredited
We are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).
Citizens High School is Accredited through the Middle States Association of Colleges & Schools.
We have been accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission for nearly 40 years.
CHEA is a private, nonprofit organization that coordinates accreditation in the United States.
We are a registered private high school in compliance with Florida Department of Education state standards.
