High School Academics

Curriculum that Unlocks Possibility

Iowa Virtual Academy (IAVA) knows success is not a single destination, and the journey can take many turns. But no matter the path, we believe in unlocking every learner’s potential by meeting them where they are and helping them reach their goals.

Explore Our Courses

As students move through middle school and into high school, their work becomes increasingly independent. High school courses are designed for students targeting a four-year university, a local community college, or an immediate career.

Many high school courses are offered at three levels: on-level, honors, and Advanced Placement® (AP®).

In all three course levels, students:

  • Learn grade-level content
  • Complete coursework that might require writing or research projects
  • Tackle problems that require analytical thinking

In honors courses, students also:

  • Evaluate and synthesize information
  • Demonstrate more advanced writing skills
  • Participate in honors projects

In AP® courses, students prepare to take the AP® exam in a particular subject. Their AP® exam score may allow them to receive college credit, as determined by the college.

View IAVA’s High School Course List Overview for information on the courses offered. [PDF]

And try out sample lessons to get a taste of the online learning experience.

For the full list of K12 courses or to download the catalog, view the high school course list.*

Earn College Credit While in High School

At IAVA, eligible high school students can participate in our concurrent enrollment program with Northeast Iowa Community College.

*The K12 9–12 course descriptions are a complete list of the 9–12 courses that K12 provides. While IAVA offers a comprehensive selection of courses, not every K12 9–12 course is available to IAVA students. Information on specific courses are provided upon enrollment. For details, please ask your Personal Admissions Liaison (PAL) during the enrollment process.