Veritas Scholars Academy
The accredited online school of Veritas Press, founded in 2006, offering classical Christian live classes for K–12 twice a week, plus an optional full-time Diploma Program. For 2026–27, live secondary courses cost $829 and grammar courses $729 each.
What is Veritas Scholars Academy?
Veritas Scholars Academy (VSA) is the online school run by Veritas Press, the classical Christian publisher in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It opened in 2006 and says it was the first K–12 classical Christian online school. VSA has been accredited by the Middle States Association since 2014, and it reports more than 200 teachers and 10,000 students served.
VSA is the school side of Veritas. The publisher side, with parent-taught kits and video courses, has its own listing at Veritas Press.
How it works
Live classes meet twice a week, on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, with morning, afternoon and evening sections. Students are on camera, speak in class and are graded on participation. Between classes they follow a Course Assignment Sheet, a detailed weekly syllabus. Missed classes can be watched as recordings, with a form for participation credit.
Parents stay out of class but proctor tests at home, watch deadlines and manage the schedule. VSA says plainly that it isn't "set it and forget it."
You can enroll two ways:
- Individual classes. No minimum. Students get report cards, not official transcripts.
- Diploma Program. Full-time enrollment with advising, community, transcripts and an accredited diploma. Secondary students take about six courses a year in any mix of live, self-paced and You Teach formats.
What it covers
| Stage | Grades | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Grammar | K–6 | Live grammar courses, history, Bible, Latin |
| Logic | 7–9 | Formal logic and Omnibus great books |
| Rhetoric | 10–12 | Upper Omnibus, rhetoric, upper math and science, dual enrollment |
Who it's best for
VSA fits Christian families who want a full classical path taught by teachers, especially for Omnibus and Latin in the teen years. It is a weaker fit for secular families, tight budgets or families who may need to withdraw mid-year.
Pricing at a glance
For 2026–27, live secondary courses cost $829 each, except science and some senior courses, and live grammar courses $729. Each seat needs a $95 non-refundable deposit. Diploma students also pay an annual fee of $449 to $729. Self-Paced courses run $199 to $349. A $25 paid-in-full discount and a monthly plan are available for enrollments from December to mid-August.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Possibly. Veritas's school-choice page says its online academy and live classes can count as eligible expenses in several ESA states, including the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account, Arkansas Education Freedom Accounts, Utah Fits All, the West Virginia Hope Scholarship and South Carolina's program. That is the school's summary, and rules change. Each program decides.
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How it compares
- Wilson Hill Academy is also live classical Christian, with longer 90-minute classes and grades 3–12.
- The Potter's School is Christian but less strictly classical, with more AP and dual credit choices.
- Great Hearts Online comes from a classical charter school network and includes a tuition-free public online academy for Texas residents.
- Kolbe Academy is the Catholic classical alternative with enrollment and live classes.
Who Veritas Scholars Academy is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Christian families who want classical K–12 classes taught live
- Teens who want Omnibus great-books courses with a teacher
- Families who want an accredited diploma from a classical school
- Homeschoolers who want to mix live, self-paced and parent-taught courses
Look elsewhere if
- Secular families or those who want a neutral perspective
- Tight budgets needing a full load at low cost
- Families who may need to withdraw mid-year for a cash refund
- Students who need fully flexible, anytime schedules
Veritas Scholars Academy pros and cons
Pros
- Live classes for every grade from kindergarten to 12th
- Middle States accredited Diploma Program with advising
- Recordings let students make up missed classes
- Choose formats subject by subject
- Payment plan and $25 paid-in-full discount per live course
Cons
- Six live secondary courses cost $4,974 before the annual fee and books
- $95 non-refundable deposit per course
- Mid-year withdrawals earn account credit, not cash
- Single-course students get report cards, not transcripts
- Parents must proctor tests and manage deadlines
What’s included
- Live online classes twice a week, recorded for missed sessions
- Full-time Diploma Program with advising, transcripts and a diploma
- Mix live, self-paced and parent-taught You Teach courses
- Omnibus great-books courses that combine history, theology and literature
- Accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA-CESS); NCAA approved courses
- Morning, afternoon and evening sections on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday
How much does Veritas Scholars Academy cost?
For 2026–27, VSA's tuition page lists live online secondary courses at $829 each, except science and some senior-level courses, and live grammar courses at $729. Self-Paced courses cost $199 to $349, and You Teach secondary courses $549. Full-time Diploma students also pay an annual fee: $449 (Classic) or $599 (Premium) in grammar school, and $629 or $729 in secondary school. Secondary students take about six courses a year. Veritas's live course page advertises single classes starting at $579, so check each course's price. Every live course seat needs a $95 non-refundable deposit.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live online secondary course (2026–27) | $829/yr | Yearly | $69.08/mo |
| Live online grammar course (2026–27) | $729/yr | Yearly | $60.75/mo |
| Self-Paced course, from | $199 | One-time | — |
| Diploma annual fee, Grammar Classic | $449/yr | Yearly | $37.42/mo |
| Diploma annual fee, Secondary Classic | $629/yr | Yearly | $52.42/mo |
| Diploma annual fee, Secondary Premium | $729/yr | Yearly | $60.75/mo |
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-26. Always confirm on the official site.
Can a scholarship pay for Veritas Scholars Academy?
Veritas's school-choice page says its online academy and live classes can be eligible expenses in some state ESA programs, naming Arizona, Arkansas, South Carolina, Utah and West Virginia, with live classes also listed for New Hampshire. That is the school's own summary, not a program list. Each program decides.
No program on Edulist lists Veritas Scholars Academy yet. Save it to your wishlist and we’ll tell you when one does. Many state ESAs let families buy products like this directly; each program decides.
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Veritas Scholars Academy FAQs
How much does Veritas Scholars Academy cost?
For 2026–27, live secondary courses cost $829 each and live grammar courses $729, with a $95 non-refundable deposit per course. Full-time Diploma students also pay an annual fee of $449 to $729, depending on grade and service level.
Is Veritas Scholars Academy accredited?
Yes. VSA is accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), and its courses are NCAA approved. Only full-time Diploma Program students get official transcripts and a diploma; single-course students receive report cards.
What is the difference between Veritas Press and Veritas Scholars Academy?
Veritas Press is the publisher of classical Christian curriculum, kits and Self-Paced courses. Veritas Scholars Academy is its online school, with live teacher-led classes and the accredited Diploma Program. You can use one without the other.
How do VSA live classes work?
Classes meet live twice a week on Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday, with morning, afternoon and evening sections. Students are on camera and graded on participation. Recordings cover missed classes, and an archive viewing form earns participation credit.
Can my child take just one VSA class?
Yes. There is no minimum number of classes. Full-time enrollment is only required for the Diploma Program.
What is VSA's refund policy?
Before the school year starts, you get a full refund minus the $95 deposit. Early in the year, withdrawals turn into VSA account credit: full credit through the third Tuesday of the first quarter and 50% before December 1. After that there is no refund or credit.
Can I use an ESA for Veritas Scholars Academy?
Veritas says its online academy and live classes can be eligible in some state ESA programs, such as Arizona, Arkansas, South Carolina, Utah and West Virginia. Confirm with your program, because each program decides.
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