Penn Foster College was founded in 1890 by Thomas J. Foster. It was originally called the International Correspondence School (ICS) and the main headquarters is located in Scottsdale Arizona. Penn Foster College is a for-profit institution of higher learning through distance education, meaning all courses offered by the College are conducted completely online.

Penn Foster College offers two online Bachelor’s Degrees, 21 online Associate Degrees, and five online Undergraduate certificates in the fields of Business, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, early Childhood Education, Engineering, Health Services, Paralegal Studies, Technology, and Veterinary Technician.

Unlike other online courses, the tuition fees for Penn Foster College’s online courses already includes the cost of textbooks, study materials and other necessary supplies.

Penn Foster College’s tuition rates are already considered quite low but, if financial assistance is still required, various financial aid programs are already in place. Penn Foster offers tuition discounts, depending on the payment option chosen, and students can apply for tuition financing. In addition, Penn Foster’s online programs are affiliated with DANTES, thus students who are military personnel may qualify for tuition reimbursement. To know more about the options available, contact a Penn Foster College representative or visit the Penn Foster College website.

To apply for admission, applicants must fill out an enrollment form which is available online. Applicants must then forward proof of high school graduation (diploma) or it’s equivalent (GED certificate) to the Admissions Office. Other documents may be required as such, it is advisable that interested parties contact the Penn Foster College Admissions Office to inquire about the full application procedure.

Penn Foster College is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Post Secondary Education. The same board authorizes Penn Foster College to award Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science Degrees.