Pursue Your Athletic Goals Without Sacrificing Academic Success

An accredited online private school designed for student athletes who need flexible scheduling, rigorous academics, and dedicated college preparation.

  • Checkmark iconAccredited Private School
  • Checkmark iconNCAA
  • Checkmark iconAP & Honors Coursework 
  • Checkmark iconFlexible Scheduling for Training & Competition
  • Checkmark iconCollege Counseling for Every Student
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Balancing School and Athletics Shouldn’t  be a Daily Struggle 

Many student athletes face a difficult trade-off:  

Excelling in their sport often comes at the expense of academic performance or vice versa.  

Traditional school schedules can conflict with:  

  • Daily training  
  • Travel competitions  
  • Tournament schedules  
  • Recovery and conditioning time  
  • Recruitment events  

GWUOHS provides a flexible academic structure designed to support both academic achievement and athletic development.

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A School Designed Around Your Training Schedule 

GWUOHS allows student athletes to complete rigorous academic coursework on a flexible schedule that adapts to training, travel, and competition demands.  Students remain fully engaged in a college preparatory curriculum while pursuing athletic excellence.

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Flexible Academic Scheduling 

Students complete coursework around training and competition schedules.  

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Rigorous College Prep Curriculum

AP and Honors courses ensure students remain academically competitive.

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College Pathway Support

Academic planning aligns with recruitment and college admissions goals.  

Flexible Learning That Fits Your Athletic Life 

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1: Once Your Student is Accepted You Begin with Our GWUOHS College Counselor Consultation

We learn about your athletic schedule and academic goals.

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Step 2: Academic Placement

We evaluate transcripts and determine appropriate course load.

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Step 3: Personalized Learning Plan

We build a flexible academic schedule aligned with training demands.

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Step 4: Ongoing Support

Students receive continuous academic guidance while balancing athletics.

Built for Student Athletes Who Want More

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Schedule Flexibility 

Complete coursework around training and competition. 

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Academic Excellence

Maintain strong academic performance in AP and Honors courses. 

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College Readiness 

Stay on track for competitive college admissions and recruitment. 

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Individualized Support 

Students receive personalized academic guidance. 

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Anywhere Learning 

Train and study without geographic limitations. 

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Real Athletes. Real Balance. Real Outcomes.

Meet Julia

Julia discovered that she didn’t have to choose between academics and her passion for figure skating. Thanks to the flexibility of GWUOHS, she was able to pursue both and build a foundation for future success.    

Today, Julia is an accomplished writer and editor and proudly represents Israel as an international figure skater. She credits GWUOHS with helping her develop the independence and time-management skills that prepared her for college, career, and competition.    

“It gave me the opportunity to chase my dream of skating for Israel while still preparing for college and my future career.”   

Read more about Julia here.

Meet Chip

Currently ranked #1 in the United States for U16 Men’s Super Giant Slalom (SG) and #6 in Giant Slalom (GS) by the United States Ski & Snowboard Association, Chip is already making a name for himself in competitive skiing. Despite his intense training and travel schedule, Chip remains a straight-A honors student who stays actively involved in school clubs and regularly connects with his advisor each week.  

“GWUOHS is so flexible, which is why I picked it,” Chip shared. “It’s great! I ski six days a week, and I can take my computer with me and do school wherever I am.”   

Read more about Chip here.

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Meet Linda

Linda is a rhythmic gymnast based in Massachusetts who trains up to 30 hours a week and competes nationally and internationally as a member of the Brazilian National Team. Thanks to the flexibility, support, and structure of GWUOHS, Linda can fully commit to her athletic goals while staying on track academically.  

“I really like how the school has structure, but it’s also flexible at the same time. I also really like the live classes. I travel a lot and with GWUOHS I can still do work while I’m traveling, like get ahead or catch up. I really like my teachers. I think they’re all sweet and really nice. And whenever I ask them questions, they always give good feedback,” said Linda.  

Read more about Linda here.

Preparing Student Athletes for the Next Level

College recruitment requires more than athletic performance.  

Student athletes must also demonstrate:  

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  • Checkmark iconStrong GPA performance 
  • Checkmark iconCourse rigor (AP/Honors) 
  • Checkmark iconTime management skills 

GWUOHS supports students in balancing both academic and athletic expectations required for college recruitment.

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Common Questions from Student Athletes and Families

Will I be able to keep up with training schedules?

Yes. Coursework is structured to allow flexibility around training and competition.  

Will I still be eligible for college athletics?

Yes. Academic planning supports college eligibility requirements.

Is the curriculum rigorous enough for college admissions? 

Yes. Students take AP and Honors coursework as part of their academic plan.

How do teachers support student athletes? 

Teachers and advisors provide ongoing academic support and flexibility when needed.

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What Military Families Are Saying  

“GWUOHS has enabled our son to pursue his goals of playing D1 ice hockey in college while getting a great education… He has the flexibility to play in tournaments and attend classes virtually while traveling… Griff was able to have a successful academic year while playing hockey at the highest level.” -Amy and Keith, parents of GWUOHS student   

“As a competitive athlete, flexibility and efficient use of time were very important… My daughter was able to take honors and AP® classes, adjust her schedule to accommodate her athletics…” Rochelle, parent of GWUOHS student  

Let Your Student Athlete Thrive in Both School and Sport

Your student shouldn’t have to choose between academic success and athletic commitment.  

GWUOHS provides the flexibility and structure needed to support both.

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