We are currently enrolling for the 2025–2026 school year. To enroll, please reach out to any of our classroom locations.
At San Diego Adult School we offer a flexible online and in-person educational experience for students who are seeking a High School Diploma or Equivalency.
We are a no-cost Accelerated Distance Learning // Independent Study program through San Diego Unified School District that currently offers two types of diplomas and HiSET® Prep via online courses. Your instructor is available five days a week during which we offer tutoring, guidance, and a welcoming online and in-person learning environment.
Our students receive free College & Career Transition Support as well as the opportunity to complete one San Diego Community College degree applicable course at no cost.
Open enrollment is offered year round at all of our schools. View our classroom locations here. Classes are currently being offered online with the option to receive online and in-classroom support.
For more information please email sandiegoadultschool@sandi.net
Individuals may no longer be enrolled in high school and must be at least 18 years old to enroll. All classes listed are state-supported and free to students.
To receive a jointly awarded Option 1 Adult Education High School Diploma from the San Diego Unified School District and San Diego Community College Continuing Education Program, students must earn a total of 40 semester credits.
Credit earned for previously completed high school classes may be applied to the Option 1 Adult Education High School Diploma.
Courses/ Credits:
8 Language Arts (including one American Literature 1, 2 course)
6 Social Studies (World History & Geography 1, 2; U.S. History & Geography 1, 2; Government; and Economics)
6 Mathematics (including Algebra 1-2; Geometry 1-2; and Intermediate Algebra 1-2 or Unifying Algebra and Geometry 1-2, or equivalent)
6 Science (Biology 1, 2 plus two (4 credits) of the following courses: Earth Science 1, 2 Physics 1, 2, or Chemistry 1, 2 or equivalent)
2 Fine Arts or Foreign Language
12 Electives
To receive a jointly awarded Option 2 Adult Education High School Diploma from San Diego Unified School District and San Diego Community College of Continuing Education Program, a minimum of 22 semester credits and one college course must be completed.
Credit earned for previously completed high school classes may be applied to the Option 2 Adult Education High School Diploma.
Courses/ Credits:
6 Language Arts (including one American Literature 1, 2 course)
6 Social Studies (World History & Geography 1, 2; U.S. History & Geography 1, 2; Government; and Economics)
4 Mathematics (including Algebra 1, 2 or higher)
4 Science (including Biology 1, 2) and 2 credits of Physical Science
2 Fine Arts or Foreign Language or Career Technology Education
Completion of two (2) units of college credit
*Non-remedial college courses may be taken in lieu of high School courses. One 2-unit college course is equivalent to two semesters of high school credit.
*Coursework must equal a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Free Online HiSET® Preparation Classes-
Our school offers free HiSET® preparation classes through flexible online distance learning courses, similar to our high school diploma program. Students receive instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, along with proven test-taking strategies. We also provide free testing vouchers to eligible students. With guidance from experienced instructors and a supportive virtual learning environment, we equip learners with the tools and confidence needed to succeed on the HiSET® exam.
Language Arts
AE EDM American Literature 1,2
AE EDM English 1,2,3,4
AE EDM World Literature 1,2
Math
AE Algebra 1A, 1B
AE Algebra 2A, 2B
AE EDM Consumer Mathematics (Elective)
AE EDM Integrated Mathematics I A-B
AE EDM Integrated Mathematics II A-B
AE EDM Integrated Mathematics III A-B
AE Geometry 1A, 1B
Science
AE EDM Biology 1,2
AE EDM Chemistry 1,2
AE EDM Earth Science 1,2
AE EDM Physical Science 1,2
AE EDM Physics 1,2
Social Studies
AE EDM Government 1
AE Government 1
AE EDM Modern World History & Geography 1,2
AE World History & Geography 1,2
AE EDM Principles of Economics 1
AE EDM U.S. History & Geography 1,2
AE US History and Geography 1,2
Visual and Performing Arts
AE Advertising Art 1
AE Art History and Appreciation 1,2
AE Music Appreciation 1,2
World Language
AE EDM Spanish 1,2
CTE
AE Intro to Health Science and Medical Technology 1,2
AE Intro to Business and Finance 1,2
AE Intro to Education, Child Development, and Family Services 1,2
Electives
AE EDM Career and Life Management 1
AE History of Holocaust
AE Women’s Studies
AE World Religions
Adult Basic Education
EDM Adult Basic Education Multilevel Math 6th-8th
EDM Adult Basic Education Reading Development 1
EDM Adult Basic Education Reading Development 2
EDM Adult Basic Education Reading Development 3
Program Manager
email: nsachdeva@sandi.net
Adult Education Counselor
phone: (619) 266-6742
email: ktate@sandi.net
Our office staff can also be reached at sandiegoadultschool@sandi.net
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