Graduate on Your Terms
in Lubbock, TX
At Texas Alternative Home School (TAHS), we believe that every student in Lubbock, TX deserves a legitimate path to earning their Texas high school diploma, regardless of age, background, or past educational experiences. Whether you are a young adult who left Lubbock High School or Monterey High School before finishing, an adult who has been putting off completing your education for years, or a Spanish-speaking student looking for bilingual support, we have a program designed with your unique needs in mind. Our flexible, self-paced programs allow students to graduate on their own terms, without the pressure of STAAR testing, rigid schedules, or the stigma of settling for a GED.
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Lubbock is a vibrant, growing city, home to Texas Tech University, a thriving healthcare sector, and a strong workforce. We understand that residents here have big goals and even bigger responsibilities. That is why we offer virtual and in-person options so that working adults, parents, and young students across the South Plains can access a quality education that fits their lives. With payment plans available and programs starting as low as $340 per month, earning your diploma has never been more accessible.
Our Curriculum: Accelerated Christian Education (ACE)
At Texas Alternative Home School, we use Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) as our core curriculum. ACE maintains high Biblical academic standards and is committed to setting students on a path for lasting success. The curriculum follows a back-to-basics, diagnostically individualized approach that meets each student where they are academically and moves them forward at a pace that works for them.
Each core subject consists of 12 PACEs per level, and most students complete at least 70 PACEs per year. Combined with Money Smart for Small Business (MSSB), our curriculum prepares students not only for academic advancement but for real-world success.
Core characteristics of ACE:
- High Biblical academic standards
- Back-to-basics education model
- Diagnostically individualized coursework
- Mastery-based curriculum
- Recognized at aceministries.com
Our Alternative High School Programs in Lubbock: Four Pathways to Your Diploma
Every TAHS program is available in person or virtually, making it easier than ever for Lubbock students to enroll and get started. Take a look at all four of our diploma programs below to see which one is the best fit for you.
STAAR Redemption Program
$700
Financing Available
The STAAR Redemption Program, also known as Project Graduation, is one of our most popular offerings and a lifeline for students who have completed most of their high school credits but have been unable to pass the STAAR exam. In Texas, this is an extremely common situation, and it should not prevent a student from earning a diploma.
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With this program, priced at just $700 with financing available through Klarna, students can skip the state-mandated STAAR test entirely and complete an alternative assessment instead. This is a fast-track option ideal for Lubbock students who are close to the finish line but have hit a frustrating roadblock. Whether you attended Coronado High School or any other Lubbock ISD campus, our STAAR Redemption Program can help you get to your diploma without retaking a test that has held you back.
Key features:
- No STAAR test required
- Alternative assessment accepted statewide
- Fast-track to diploma
- Klarna financing available
- Available in person or virtually
Adult Program
$1,200
Payment Plans Available
For adults 18 and older in the Lubbock area, our Adult Program offers a flexible, self-paced route to earning a Texas state law-compliant high school diploma. Life does not stop for education, and we understand that many adults in Lubbock are juggling jobs, families, and other responsibilities.
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That is exactly why we designed our Adult Program with flexibility at its core. Priced at $1,200 with Klarna financing available, it allows students to set their own pace and complete coursework on a schedule that works around their life. Whether you are working at one of Lubbock’s major employers like Covenant Health, UMC Health System, or any of the businesses along the Loop 289 corridor, you can earn your diploma without stepping away from your career.
Key features:
- Open to students ages 18 and older
- Self-paced learning through ACE curriculum
- Klarna financing available
- In-person or virtual delivery
- Diplomas recognized for college, FAFSA, military, and employment
ESL Adult Education Program
$1,200
Bilingual Support & Financing Available
Lubbock has a growing and vibrant Hispanic community, and we are proud to serve Spanish-speaking adults through our ESL Adult Education Program. This program is specifically designed to remove language barriers from the path to a diploma. Students can take their assessment in Spanish and receive full bilingual support throughout the process.
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Also priced at $1,200 with Klarna financing available, our ESL Adult Education Program ensures that language is never a reason to delay your educational goals. A diploma earned through this program carries the same Texas state law-compliant status as all of our other credentials, recognized across the state for employment, higher education, and beyond.
Key features:
- Spanish-language exam available
- Bilingual support throughout enrollment and coursework
- Klarna financing available
- In-person or virtual delivery
- Fully recognized diploma under Texas law
Youth Program
From $340/mo
Flexible Monthly Subscription
Our Youth Program is built for students under the age of 18 who need a different kind of educational environment to thrive. Not every young student in Lubbock is suited for the traditional public school setting, and that does not mean they should give up on earning a diploma.
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Through our Youth Program, students can engage with a self-paced curriculum using Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) and work toward graduation on their own timeline. The Youth Program starts at $340 per month through a subscription model, with three flexible pricing options to accommodate different family budgets. This program is ideal for students who have struggled in traditional Lubbock ISD schools or who simply learn better in a more individualized setting.
Key features:
- Open to students under 18
- Monthly subscription model with three pricing tiers
- Self-paced ACE curriculum
- In-person or virtual delivery
- Participation in official graduation ceremonies in June and December
How It Works: From Enrollment to Graduation
Getting started with Texas Alternative Home School is a straightforward four-step process.
Step 1
Choose Your Program
Select from the STAAR Redemption, Adult, ESL, or Youth programs. Not sure which one fits you best? Call us and we will help you figure it out.
Step 2
Select Your Delivery Mode
Every program is available in person at any of our 10 Texas locations or virtually from anywhere in the state, including right here in Lubbock.
Step 3
Enroll and Complete Your Assessment
Choose a payment plan with no interest and no fees, complete enrollment, and schedule your assessment. Our team walks you through every step.
Step 4
Receive Your Diploma
After passing your assessment, your Texas state law-compliant high school diploma and official transcripts are mailed to you within 6 to 8 weeks. Graduation ceremonies are held in June and December.
Why Lubbock Students Choose Texas Alternative Home School
Lubbock is home to a diverse community of students and adults with a wide range of educational needs. From the busy streets near Texas Tech’s campus to the quieter neighborhoods of Wolfforth and Shallowater just outside city limits, we serve students across the entire region. Here is why so many Lubbock-area residents turn to TAHS:
- No STAAR testing required for any of our programs
- Flexible, self-paced learning through Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum
- Virtual homeschool options available statewide, including Lubbock
- Graduate in as little as 60 days with the right program
- Texas state law-compliant diplomas recognized for college, FAFSA, military, and employment
- No age limit on enrollment
- Payment plans available with no interest and no fees
- Graduation ceremonies held in June and December
- Bilingual support available for Spanish-speaking students
- Diplomas and official transcripts mailed within 6 to 8 weeks after passing your assessment
We are fully recognized by the state of Texas as a nontraditional, nonprofit, private, secondary education home school. Under Texas Education Code, our graduates hold the same rights as public high school and GED graduates, including the right to enroll in higher education, apply for FAFSA, and enlist in any branch of the military.
FAQs
Yes. Our diplomas are Texas state law-compliant and fully recognized for higher education enrollment, FAFSA applications, military enlistment, and employment. Under Texas Education Code, TAHS graduates hold the same rights as public high school graduates. This means that students in Lubbock can use their diploma to apply to Texas Tech University, South Plains College, or any other institution that accepts Texas high school diplomas.
No. None of our programs require the STAAR test. This is one of the key benefits of transferring to our private school. Our STAAR Redemption Program specifically helps students who have been held back by the state test, offering an alternative assessment path to their diploma.
Absolutely. All four of our programs, including the STAAR Redemption, Adult, ESL, and Youth programs, are available virtually. You do not need to travel to a physical location to earn your diploma with TAHS. As long as you are in Texas, you can enroll and complete everything from the comfort of your home in Lubbock.
Many students graduate in as little as 60 days, depending on the program and the number of credits or PACEs required. The STAAR Redemption Program is our fastest-track option for students who already have most of their credits. Your pace may vary, but our team works with each student individually to map out a realistic timeline.
We offer flexible payment plans with no interest and no fees across all programs. Klarna financing is available for our STAAR Redemption, Adult, and ESL programs. The Youth Program operates on a monthly subscription starting at $340 per month, with three pricing options to fit different budgets. No student should be kept from their diploma because of financial barriers.
Proudly Serving Students in Lubbock
At Texas Alternative Home School, we are proud to serve Lubbock and its surrounding areas. Please refer to the map for our service area.
Graduate on Your Own Terms in Lubbock, TX with TAHS
Lubbock is a city full of hardworking, determined people with big dreams. At Texas Alternative Home School, we are here to make sure that the path to a high school diploma is open to every single one of them. Whether you are a student who left Lubbock ISD behind, an adult who has been waiting for the right time to finish your education, or a Spanish-speaking resident looking for a bilingual path forward, we have a program built for you.
Your past does not define your future. Whether you are picking up where you left off or just now starting your journey, Texas Alternative Home School is ready to walk alongside you. Dr. Shawn W. Clark and our entire team are committed to helping every Lubbock-area student reach their full potential, on their own terms and on their own timeline.
Do not wait another day to take the next step. Contact us today to find out which program is right for you, and let us help you earn your diploma the right way, at the right pace, and on your terms.