Penn Foster Learning Experience

Achieving success means having skills that are in demand - and Penn Foster at-home education is the fastest, most convenient way to acquire those skills. Penn Foster programs are designed for busy adults, allowing them to train for better careers without quitting their current jobs or rearranging their schedules.

The Penn Foster commitment to your education is reflected in every part of our training method, from the ease of enrollment to toll-free instructor support. Your new career is waiting - all you need is ambition, the desire to succeed, and the education you'll receive from Penn Foster.

The typical Penn Foster student experience goes like this:

• 1. ENROLLMENT - First, choose the program that most interests you. Read online about the projected salary and growth figures, and the description of your future career. Check out the success stories of former students. You can then enroll online. As soon as you enroll, we'll ship you your first package of program materials and you'll be on your way!
• 2. STARTING AND COMPLETING YOUR LESSONS - You should begin your lessons as soon as you receive them - the sooner you start, the sooner you'll earn your Diploma. You can be certain that your Penn Foster program has been written by experts in your field and features the latest techniques and information.
  We want you to master concepts, not just memorize facts, so all your exams are open book. Complete your exams and submit your answers via Tel-Test - our telephone-based testing system, online at our website, or by mail. As soon as you pass your exam, you can go on to the next lesson!
• 3. GETTING HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT - Your program is designed so that you can learn at home. However, if you should have a question about anything in your program, just call our toll-free instructional support hotline. Our staff is on duty to answer your questions from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday. After that time, and on weekends and holidays, you can leave a message and your call will be answered the next business day. You can also contact your instructors by mail or e-mail, if you desire.
• 4. TUITION PAYMENTS - Unlike most schools, Penn Foster offers its programs on easy, monthly payments for the same price as if you paid in full. "0% financing" means you'll never pay a penny in interest or finance charges to Penn Foster. So you can improve your career skills without straining your budget.
  Your monthly payments are due on the same day each month. Penn Foster will send you a payment booklet to help you keep track of your payments. It is important for you to keep up with your payments so you can avoid delays in the shipment of your program materials.
• 5. GRADUATION - Once you complete your program, you'll have the skills to start a new career! You'll have the knowledge you need and the pride that comes with achievement. Depending upon the program you choose, you can complete your training in just a few months from today! Or, take longer if you wish - you have up to two years to complete a program.*
  Once you have passed all your courses and fulfilled all financial obligations, you'll receive your diploma from Penn Foster. You'll want to display it proudly as a symbol of your dedication.
  Your open-book exams will be graded on the following scale: