Our Accredited K-12 Online School are Accepting Students Across US.
- Established Online School with 10,000+ students since 2007
- 100% Online, Zero Hassle Learning Programs
- Graduates are Accepted in Universities and Colleges Worldwide
- Accredited Regionally, Nationally and Internationally
Forest Trail Academy is a leading online school in the state of Oregon, nationwide and worldwide. We offer rigorous K-12 courses that meet state and national standards. Our school serves as a great alternative to traditional classroom-based education that empowers academic achievement. If you are looking for a flexible schedule to pursue your education, Forest Trail Academy is a great fit for you. Students who are enrolled with us are able to earn an education at home, on travel, or wherever with a laptop/desktop with an internet connection.
Online High School in Oregon, Grades 9 to 12
Many Oregon families searching for online school are looking for high school specifically. Forest Trail Academy’s online high school program for grades 9 through 12 carries the full graduation-requirement sequence, Advanced Placement courses, and NCAA-approved core courses for student athletes. Students enroll any week of the year and work at their own pace.
Oregon teenagers behind on credits can use online credit recovery to make up individual courses without repeating a year, and families moving mid-year can see how transfers work on our switching schools mid-year page.
Free Oregon Online Schools Compared With a Private Accredited Option
Oregon runs free public online charter and district virtual programs, and for many families those are the right answer. They are state funded, so there is no tuition.
What a paid accredited private school adds is a different set of trade-offs: enrollment that opens any week rather than at set terms, coursework that is genuinely self-paced rather than tied to a class cohort, certified teachers assigned to each course, and smaller groups. Forest Trail Academy publishes its full cost rather than a starting price: $3,069 to $4,269 per year depending on grade level, with monthly payment plans from $236 for elementary to $336 for high school, plus a one-time $225 registration fee. Every fee is listed on the tuition page.
Oregon does not currently appear on Forest Trail Academy’s published list of states whose education savings account funding we accept, and Oregon does not operate a statewide voucher or ESA program. Plan around published tuition rather than expected state funding.
Oregon families deserve an education that matches the state's spirit of independence, innovation, and outdoor-driven lifestyles, and Forest Trail Academy delivers exactly that. Whether your child is a competitive athlete in Portland, a student in a rural Eastern Oregon town with limited course options, or a family seeking a stronger academic path than the local district provides, FTA's fully accredited online school gives Oregon K–12 students access to a world-class curriculum on their own schedule. Founded in 2007 and serving over 10,000 students, FTA is the trusted choice for Oregon families who want more.
Oregon Homeschool Law, What Parents Need to Know
Oregon requires parents who homeschool to provide annual notification to their local Education Service District (ESD). In addition, students in grades 3, 5, 8, and 10 must be assessed using a nationally normed test. Oregon law accepts a broad range of nationally standardized assessments to satisfy this requirement.
When your child enrolls in Forest Trail Academy, you are operating as a homeschool family under Oregon law, and FTA is fully compatible with this framework. FTA's assessments use nationally normed testing instruments that satisfy Oregon's grade-level testing requirements for grades 3, 5, 8, and 10. Parents are still responsible for filing their annual notification with their local ESD, but FTA's academic team is available to guide you through the process. Many Oregon FTA families find the compliance requirements straightforward: notify once a year, submit test scores at the required grade levels, and continue learning year-round with no interruption.
Why Oregon Families Choose Forest Trail Academy
- Cognia Accreditation: FTA holds Cognia accreditation. This means FTA's diploma is recognized by the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, Portland State University, Lewis & Clark College, Reed College, and all US public and private universities. FAFSA, military recruiters, and employers nationwide accept Cognia-accredited credentials.
- Self-Paced Learning: Students in Oregon study on their own schedule, perfect for student athletes, rural families in remote areas, working teenagers, and families managing medical needs or frequent travel.
- Open Enrollment Year-Round: Start any week, no waiting for September in Oregon. Students can enroll in January, March, July, or any week of the year.
- Full AP Catalog: Not the 1–2 AP courses a rural Oregon school might offer, FTA provides a complete AP catalog accessible from any location in Oregon, giving students in small towns the same college-prep opportunities as students in large urban districts.
- Certified Teachers with Advanced Degrees: 80%+ of FTA teachers hold advanced degrees. The same teacher quality is available to a student in rural Grant County as to a student in downtown Portland.
- 19 out of 20 Graduates Recommend FTA: Our student satisfaction speaks for itself, an average of 19 of 20 FTA graduates recommend the academy to other families.
Cities in Oregon We Serve
Forest Trail Academy serves students across Oregon including families from:
- Portland: Portland families increasingly turn to FTA to escape overcrowded district schools and access a more individualized, rigorous academic track, without sacrificing the city's creative and entrepreneurial culture.
- Salem: Salem families choose FTA to give their children access to a Cognia-accredited diploma and a broader AP course catalog than many local Salem-area schools can offer.
- Eugene: Eugene's academically ambitious families, many targeting the University of Oregon or out-of-state universities, use FTA's flexible schedule to balance rigorous coursework with extracurriculars, internships, and outdoor pursuits.
- Gresham: Gresham students benefit from FTA's open enrollment and self-paced model, allowing them to accelerate through credits or take additional time without the rigid structure of traditional Gresham-area schools.
- Hillsboro: Hillsboro families in the heart of Oregon's Silicon Forest find FTA's tech-friendly online platform and advanced STEM curriculum a natural fit for students headed toward careers in technology and engineering.
University Recognition in Oregon
Forest Trail Academy's Cognia-accredited diploma is recognized by the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, Portland State University, Lewis & Clark College, Reed College, as well as all US public and private universities. Oregon students who graduated from FTA have gone on to enroll at the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, Portland State University, and other leading institutions across the country. Our Cognia accreditation is accepted by FAFSA, military recruiters, and employers nationwide, ensuring that an FTA diploma opens every door available to graduates of any traditional Oregon high school.
How Enrollment Works for Oregon Families
- Contact Our Admissions Team: Call 800-890-6269 or submit an inquiry online. Our admissions team serves families throughout Oregon and is available to answer questions about curriculum, credits, and Oregon homeschool compliance.
- Submit Transcripts: Previous school records are evaluated promptly, FTA handles credit transfer from any Oregon public school, charter school, private school, or homeschool program.
- Receive Your Curriculum Plan: An academic counselor creates your child's personalized learning plan based on their grade level, academic history, goals, and interests.
- Start Learning: Access all coursework immediately. No waiting. No set start dates. Oregon students can begin the same week they enroll.
Frequently Asked Questions, Oregon Students
Q: Does FTA enrollment satisfy Oregon's homeschool requirements?
A: FTA enrollment is compatible with Oregon's homeschool framework. Parents must still file their annual notification with their local Education Service District (ESD), but FTA's curriculum and nationally normed assessments satisfy Oregon's grade-level testing requirements for grades 3, 5, 8, and 10. FTA's staff can guide you through the notification process step by step.
Q: Is FTA's diploma accepted by Oregon state universities?
A: Yes, Cognia accreditation is recognized by all Oregon public and private universities including the University of Oregon, Oregon State University, Portland State University, Lewis & Clark College, and Reed College, as well as all US colleges and universities nationwide.
Q: Can an Oregon student transfer mid-year from a traditional school?
A: Yes, FTA accepts transfers at any time of year with no waiting period. Students can enroll mid-semester and immediately begin working on their curriculum without losing academic momentum.
Q: How does online proctoring work for Oregon students?
A: FTA uses fully remote webcam-based proctoring that Oregon students complete from their own home. No testing center visit required, assessments are administered securely online from anywhere in Oregon with an internet connection.
Enroll from Oregon Today
Forest Trail Academy has served families across the United States, including Oregon, since 2007. Our Cognia-accredited diploma, recognized by over 1,000 colleges and universities worldwide, is your child's path to any university in Oregon and beyond. With open enrollment year-round, your Oregon student can start any week and never fall behind. Contact us today to take the first step.
Call 800-890-6269 or submit an inquiry online to speak with an Oregon admissions counselor.
FTA Students Across Oregon
Forest Trail Academy serves families throughout Oregon. Find local information and enrollment details for your city:
