Expert: Cynthia Bedell - 7/5/2008

Question
I was  wondering, about these high school diplomas online. Can you join the navy with one. I was told by an army recruiter a few months ago that i could join the army with one. But i was wondering if its the same for the navy.

Answer
Dear Anika -

If the degree awarding agency is certified in the United States, then an on-line degree is equivalent to an in-school degree and you can join any of the services with one.

Certification by an accredited board is the key to whether your degree is valid for military service or not.  

Good luck to you.