Student Testimonials

I graduated from Penn Foster High School and got a new job. Now I make more money in six months than most people do in a year.

C. Barber, NC

My Penn Foster High School education was very useful in getting a raise. I am currently attending Bay de Noc Community College as a General Science major and hope to get into the nursing program.

J. Henry, MI

I really liked the education and treatment I received from Penn Foster High School. I would recommend Penn Foster High School to anyone who is looking for a convenient, economical way to further their career. I have enjoyed the personal attention and instruction I have received from Penn Foster High School, including the monthly newsletters containing personal experiences and encouragement from fellow students.

S. Napier, KY

I found that the Artist Program greatly improved my basic skills and has given my work more recognition. Art is a hobby and avocation for me, and may eventually be a career. I do charity and volunteer work and am being asked a good deal more often for submissions of my work for fundraising. I am finding a lot of people quite impressed with my work since the Artist Program and must admit that I am attracting more attention than ever before.

R. M. Gale, NM

There is no way to express how much this program means to me. It's a lifetime dream that has come true. All my life I wanted to paint pictures, but there were no teachers close to where I lived. Then, at the age of 61, I heard about your school. Now I have learned what I missed all those years...oh, what a dream has come true!

R. Chambers, GA

My wife and I operate an art gallery. This program has made it possible for me to understand the art that we sell. Now I can point things out to customers that I never saw or understood before. Our sales at the gallery have vastly improved thanks to the knowledge I have gained.

L. Guibert, MT

I've always wanted my own catering business, and even though I know how to cook and store foods, I learned so many new things from this program. I learned about every aspect – from getting deposits and billing, to heat distribution on stoves and sizes of pots to use for greatest effectiveness. It was very thorough!

T. Daguerre, MT

I was already catering part-time and I have now expanded to a restaurant open daily for lunches, plus catering. The Penn Foster program helped me to improve my growing business. The program is easy to follow and you can progress at your own pace. My husband is currently taking the Penn Foster Freelance Writer Program and learning things he never realized. Thank you very much.

S. Nash, VA

I really learned a lot from the Penn Foster Child Day Care Management Program. I am planning on taking the Teacher Aide Program to expand my learning and that way I will have more knowledge and experience for my career. I love taking care of kids... someday I want to open my own day care center.

L. Hopkins, MI

I took a Penn Foster program in Child Day Care over seven years ago. After I completed my program, I got a job at the elementary school in my town as a day care assistant. Today I am the supervisor of the after-school day care program at the same elementary school where I began my career. If I hadn't taken the Penn Foster program, I couldn't have that position today!

M. J. McNeill, NC

The Child Day Care Management Program I studied was extremely informative. I plan on using my education to open my own day care facility. I wanted to improve my knowledge of child care and be able to take as much time as I needed to understand all the information. A Penn Foster program is less expensive than going to a university, takes less time to finish, has no pressure, and has a ratio of 1:1, rather than 1:20.

M. Pease, CT

I learned a great deal about dental assisting and I know this is what I want to do. I took this program because I wanted to get a good education and be able to work full-time. The program is very helpful and all the information is up-to-date. I believe that it will help me get a promotion.

N. Orgaard, ND

My son and I own a dental lab. I am using this program to help understand the dentist's perspective and have managed to gain more accounts - it's like a promotion, because more accounts mean more income. I even used your Photograpy Program to shoot ads for the lab!

J. Tomkeil, CA

I found my program of study excellent. It took me from the position of "computer illiterate" to a knowledgeable computer operator – and on my own time. Instructors were very helpful and available. I found that I received as much, if not more, valuable training than if I had enrolled in a local college or university program.

S. Celia, NC

Since I have always enjoyed creating documents with a computer, it seemed natural to want to expand on that interest. Penn Foster offered me the opportunity to continue educating myself at my own pace. Even with two teenagers, a live-in granddaughter, a full-time job, and a home and significant other, I could still participate in my personal growth.

L. Linder, WA

This program was very useful in providing me with a thorough understanding of the Desktop Publishing process. My position requires varied publication development and publication of a quarterly newsletter. The program provides the "tools" necessary to do a good job on these! Since my job involves travel, I decided a correspondence program would be best for me. Penn Foster has an established reputation and I felt they were the best choice. Also, nearly a century ago, my grandfather took drafting/architecture programs from Penn Foster!

F. Rich, NC

Where I work, our newer trucks are diesel and there are no diesel mechanics in the town where I'm employed. The program helped me learn what to look for and what type of malfunction to suspect; whether the problem is internal or external. I know ten times more than when I started.

S. Langreck, WI

I needed to get formal training in diesel engines and Penn Foster had just what the doctor ordered. I am a machinist by trade but was tired of getting laid off all the time. When I changed my career, I looked to Penn Foster to give me the foundation I needed. Your reputation alone was the factor I needed to choose Penn Foster over everyone else.

C. Plummer, CT

I am in the Army and an instructor of Auto Maintenance of Diesel Engines and other components. I chose Penn Foster at-home education to help me learn more about the subject. I would recommend this program to anyone who wants to learn about Diesel Mechanics.

J. Saffer, MD

I am working on my lifetime goal and Penn Foster helped me a lot. I plan to work in law enforcement and would like to work as a reconstructionist for a highway patrol force. I feel drafting will help me lay out accidents on paper and investigations.

P. Toon, KY

I took the Penn Foster Electrician Program to further my education. Now I'm studying to take my contractor exam and go into business for myself. I chose Penn Foster because I would not have to leave my home to attend class. I'm very busy at work and don't have that kind of time, so this turned out great for me. Penn Foster gives you all the help you need with just a phone call. I would recommend it to anyone.

M. P. Cline, CA

I was interested in taking a program to enable my promotion to electrician. I had considered enrolling in a local trade school when a co-worker recommended Penn Foster. He is a graduate of the same program and is now a journey-level electrician. I feel that the Penn Foster program is equal to any trade school curriculum. It sure beats night school!

D. Cook, CA

When we experience problems with electrical equipment at work, I am the person who will detect the problem. Most of the time I relay information to an electrician over the phone. Before I completed the Penn Foster Electrician Program, I was reluctant to troubleshoot electrical problems, but now I have confidence in my ability.

R. Martinez, CA

Penn Foster is such a convenient way to receive a diploma or degree. Everyone's life is different, and with Penn Foster programs, you can tailor your learning pace to your own lifestyle. I plan to use my knowledge from the Fitness and Nutrition Program, added to my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and future certification as a personal trainer, to one day open a health club.

S. Bass, NC

I always loved the advantages of being fit, and Penn Foster has given me an opportunity to gain enough knowledge and experience for certification. It is nice to escape boring 9-5 and do something I love.

P. Lamson, PA

I have a deep respect for life (for long life, in particular), and I have always wanted to make a difference in someone else's life. Penn Foster has given me the confidence to do this, and has sharpened my skills by adding "method" to my training. Since I completed the program I am recognized as "the trainer of trainers," much to my delight. I have my own business in computerized and customized food and fitness programs. I have been able to assist clients with long-standing diabetic problems, sinus problems, stomach disorders, and more. Thank you, Penn Foster, for all your help.

B. Pennick, KS

The Floral Design Program helped me gain more confidence in my work and helped me to understand the mechanics of floristry better. I have begun to receive more respect and recognition as a designer. I have chosen floral design as my career and I am very happy with that choice.

D. Schlenk, MN

The program was everything I thought it would be and more – this program encouraged me to step out of an unhappy job and begin doing something that before I could only dream about. I am now much happier at work and have a great future in floral design. Penn Foster encouraged me to find a flower shop to apprentice in and that's what I've been doing since last November. Now I am a paid employee!

V. Tufts, ME

Since I completed my program with Penn Foster, I have become a successful freelance writer, and a short story I wrote was turned into a screenplay! Training with Penn Foster gave me the one-on-one attention I needed to bring out the best of my writing ability. Plus, Penn Foster is more affordable than colleges or universities and provides faster results.

R. Hinton, KY

Halfway through the program, I was published. It was my first attempt. After I completed the program, I was published again. I would never have even tried if it wasn't for this writing program. You gave me the confidence to try.

S. Leader, CA

My Freelance Writier Program has been extremely helpful in landing a great job as a publicist for a well-known and well-established pop/rock group.

E. Teckman, MI

The Gunsmith Program enhanced my knowledge of firearms, plus gave me insight into some areas of the business that I had not previously studied. I will be retiring from the military within 1-2 years and plan to pursue a career in the field of gunsmithing.

E. Munroe, NC

The program was thorough and well-presented. After 25 years in construction, I wanted to start a second career in a related field. I plan to use my education to start my own home inspection business.

R. Bargabus, KS

I knew I was going to change careers, and when I decided on home inspection, I started your program. After graduation, I opened my own company. Your program helped me to begin a great career!

B. Mullison, CO

I am currently setting up my own Home Inspection business based from my residence. Penn Foster helped greatly in preparing me for this business venture. Penn Foster came highly recommended by a friend, and I have recommended it to my sister.

S. Olson, IN

When I was looking for a job, I included in my resume that I had graduated from Penn Foster. During the first two weeks, I received three invitations for interviews and was accepted by all three. Thank you for everything!

H. Blat, NY

The Penn Foster program is very helpful. You can go at your own pace, not like at a community college or university. I feel that Penn Foster is a good decision for anyone. I really enjoyed learning more about my profession.

L. Flores, VA

Though I have worked in the food service industry for 20 years, I found my knowledge of the trade was incomplete. Your program helped me to have a more comprehensive understanding and perform my job better. Thanks to your program, I am able to handle my new responsibilities with confidence.

E. McCoy, PA

All I can say is that without Penn Foster and its staff, my life would be the same as it was three years ago. I went from being just a laborer to being the boss of the show.

D. Harkins, MS