About Excel High School
Excel High School delivers an accredited, standards-aligned virtual curriculum for grades 6–12. Core studies in English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies are complemented by electives, world languages, and technology courses. Instruction is self-paced and structured, with clear objectives, assessments, and progress monitoring in the student portal.
Diploma pathways adhere to Minnesota Department of Education graduation standards: a minimum 21.5 credits, with an available 24-credit college-preparatory option. Academic and success coaches provide guidance, goal setting, and help navigating coursework.
Adult Learners (18+)
Online diploma track internally referred to as “Fast Track.” Students complete only the remaining credits required to graduate; graduates earn the same Excel High School diploma (not labeled “adult”)
High School (ages 14–18)
Grades 9–12 with Standard, Honors, and Advanced Placement (AP) options, plus electives and world languages; self-paced with structured milestones.
Middle School (ages 11–13)
Standard curriculum for grades 6–8, focused on foundational skills in core subjects with select electives; fully online and self-paced
Explore Common Questions
Below you’ll find answers to the most common questions about enrolling, programs, coursework, and support. Some topics apply to both Excel High School and Northgate Academy, while others may have school-specific details. Be sure to check the article for notes specific to your school.
Excel High School welcomes students from all over the world! Whether you’re a middle school student, a high school teen, an adult looking to complete your diploma, or an international…
Excel High School offers a refund policy for students who choose to withdraw, but refunds are subject to specific conditions based on the timing of the withdrawal. Refund Policy Overview…
How Does the Summer School Program Work? Students can enroll in single courses or multiple courses (up to three at a time). Courses are 100% online and self-paced—start anytime and…
No! Excel High School offers rolling enrollment, which means students can start at any time of the year. Unlike traditional schools with fixed semesters, there are no enrollment deadlines, and…
Excel High School offers flexible payment options to make tuition affordable for families and students. Whether you prefer to pay in full or spread out the cost over time, our…
At Excel High School, students can work at their own pace and complete their coursework early. However, tuition payments will continue as scheduled until the full tuition balance is paid….
Excel High School provides flexible, self-paced, and accredited online education for middle school, high school, and adult learners. At Excel High School, all students earn the same accredited high school…
At Excel High School, graduation timelines depend on the number of credits a student needs and their individual pacing. Since our programs are self-paced, students can move as quickly or…
Learn Stage is the online learning platform used by Excel High School where students can access their courses, track progress, submit assignments, and communicate with academic support. It serves as…
Excel High School’s Learn Stage platform is designed for desktop and laptop use, but students can access some coursework on mobile devices or tablets. However, there are limitations, and a…