Here are some pros and cons of earning a diploma through online high school:

Pros:

• Students work at their own pace. They can take time to focus on more challenging courses and speed through ones that they are good at.
• It is possible to arrange classes around one’s other responsibilities and commitments.
• There are no distractions and temptations of partying and peer pressure so focusing on studying can be somewhat easier compared to a regular school.
• Online schools give room for students to develop their identity without the peer pressure or stereotyping, which is common in traditional schools.
• Online schools allow students to specialize in subjects that they find more interesting to them.
• It is common for online high school students to earn their diplomas earlier than traditional school students do.

Cons:

• Online schools do not have what most students would call “fun” activities such as prom and graduation.
• There are subjects that may be extra challenging when there are no teachers to instruct or help.
• Some students find it harder to complete tasks when they have to do it at their own pace.
• There is a tendency to feel isolated from the social circles.
• Students have to make sure that their online schools are accredited or else they will not get into colleges, universities, and find it difficult to land jobs.
• Online schools come with a bigger price (for things like tuition, computer, curriculum, or program) compared to most traditional schools and public schools.