Education That Moves Your Life Forward

See how Penn Foster learners are gaining skills, increasing income, and building better futures—on their schedule.

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Education That Moves Your Life Forward

See how Penn Foster learners are gaining skills, increasing income, and building better futures—on their schedule.

Mobility Made Real

When asked what graduation means, many learners respond with a single word: “Everything.” For our learners, graduation is rarely just the completion of courses. For many, it marks life beginning to move forward again.

Penn Foster High School Graduate of the Year Monet Carter embodies that movement.

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POSITIVE OUTCOMES

71%

of program completers report positive outcomes, including promotions, raises, or improved work schedules
HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION

97%

say the quality of a Penn Foster education met or exceeded their expectations
BUILT FOR YOUR SUCCESS

78K

learners completed their programs in 2025

Man in blue scrubs with stethoscope besides quote box that reads "I’ve been employed with the same company since completing my certification, with great benefits, [and] that is helping me fund the rest of my educational goals.” - Medical Assistant Student.

Career Pathways

Penn Foster connects education directly to work opportunities. Many learners begin in entry-level roles that provide stable employment and lead to higher-paying careers. The pathways below illustrate how learners can build their careers over time by getting their start with us.

From Training to Advancement

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Our Partnerships

We partner with thousands of organizations nationwide, including:

icon. 150+ employer and workforce partners

icon. 171 academic partners

icon. 7K high school partners across the US

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Partner Case Studies

Study for in-demand careers that can allow you to work remotely. More employers are offering work from home opportunities that can be ideal for anyone.

Chicago CRED

Impact: Hundreds of CRED participants have earned their high school diplomas through Penn Foster. On-the-ground support, including tutoring and dedicated life coaches, helps learners stay motivated.

Petco

Impact: This collaboration creates a strong internal pipeline of veterinary talent while supporting employee growth and mobility.

JEVS Human Services

Impact: Together, Penn Foster and JEVS create a pathway that combines accessible education with trusted community support.

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Focus for the Future

As we move toward our goal of 150,000 annual completers by 2029, we’re investing in innovations and partnerships that help more learners succeed. Our future-facing priorities include:

Read the 2025 Impact Report

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References:

Lightcast. (2025). U.S. occupation projections, 2025-2030. Lightcast Analyst.

Penn Foster Group (2025). Learner Profile Survey: Demographic evaluation of current, active learners as of May 2025. Penn Foster Group Customer Insights.

Penn Foster Group (2025). Program Completion Survey: Evaluation of program satisfaction upon program completion throughout 2025. Penn Foster Group Customer Insights.

Penn Foster Group (2026). Alumni Impact Survey: Evaluation of alumni outcomes and experiences among January 2020-June 2024 graduates. Penn Foster Group Customer Insights Legal Disclaimer