Join the Academica International Studies
Dual Diploma™ Program
Earn your American diploma without leaving your country. Two qualifications, endless opportunities.
Be part of something Extraordinary!
Academica International Studies
The AIS Dual Diploma™ Program
A flexible program for international academic success. Discover every aspect of a program that has already changed the future of thousands of Polish, Italian, and Austrian students.
How does the Program work?
An integrated pathway that combines your country’s school curriculum with the American one, without changing or disrupting your current studies.
Accredited American diploma
Earn two qualifications at the same time and open the door to an international future.
Discover the DD Experience
From the Miami Immersion Experience to the Verona Campus and the official Graduation Ceremony, experience the most iconic milestones of American high school life.
How much does it cost?
Explore the Program fees and payment options according to your study plan.
Enroll in the Dual Diploma™
Start your enrollment in just a few steps: assess your English level, take the admission test, and secure your place in the program.
The Verona Campus
A place designed to host students, teachers and school leaders from Academica schools in the United States, as well as students enrolled in the Dual Diploma Program.
About Us
The bridge between Europe and the United States of America
The Academica International Studies Dual Diploma™ Program is the first program in Europe to offer an accredited American high school diploma to students attending secondary schools. For more than 10 years, we have been building bridges between outstanding education systems.
- English-language education with native-speaking teachers
- No interruption to the student’s school pathway
- U.S. High School Diploma issued by an accredited American school
- Development of digital and technological skills
- Optional SAT preparation available in the pathway
- Personalized support for every student
Academica International Studies
Who is Academica?
Academica is the educational organization that delivers the AIS Dual Diploma™ Program worldwide. Its network includes 209 American schools and more than 150,000 students in the United States. The AIS Dual Diploma™ Program is recognized by the Florida Department of Education and Cognia, a leading accreditation organization for excellence in the American education sector.
U.S. schools in the Academica group
Countries worldwide
Active students
Teachers
Years of experience in Europe
Our Accreditations
The AIS Dual Diploma™ Program is accredited by several recognized educational and institutional bodies. These accreditations ensure the academic quality of the program, its compliance with U.S. education standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Find answers to the most common questions or contact us for a free personalized consultation.
Can I continue attending my school?
Yes. The AIS Dual Diploma™ is a parallel pathway: you continue attending your school as usual and study online in your free time to earn the U.S. diploma as well.
How much time does the Program require each week?
Approximately 2-3 hours of study per week for each course, which can be managed like an extracurricular activity in the afternoon or on the weekend.
Can I take part even if my school is not a partner school?
Yes. The AIS Dual Diploma™ is independent from your school, allowing all students attending a high school to participate.
At what age can I start?
The AIS Dual Diploma™ can begin from the first year of high school and must be completed alongside your school pathway.
What is the difference between the AIS Dual Diploma™ and a language certificate?
The AIS Dual Diploma™ is an accredited U.S. High School Diploma earned alongside a student’s national high school qualification. Both diplomas remain valid for life. A language certificate, on the other hand, confirms a person’s language proficiency at a given moment and may expire, requiring the level to be verified again in the future.
How does the Graduation Ceremony work?
Students who complete both the school pathways take part in a U.S.-style graduation ceremony, an unforgettable milestone in the AIS Dual Diploma™ experience.