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Via Talentum Academy Earns Cognia Accreditation
Verify accreditation (opens in a new tab)Dear families, students, and members of our school community:
It is an honor to announce that Via Talentum Academy has officially earned Cognia Accreditation, a globally recognized mark of educational quality awarded by Cognia, one of the world's largest accrediting organizations serving PreK–12 institutions. This recognition follows a rigorous third-party external review that verified the Academy's alignment with Cognia's standards for educational quality and continuous improvement.
The accreditation was conferred by the Cognia Global Commission on June 24, 2026, following the successful completion of a comprehensive review of the Academy's academic and organizational practices.
Cognia Accreditation is awarded to institutions that meet established requirements and demonstrate an ongoing commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
Accreditation provides a comprehensive, independent evaluation of a school's overall performance and capacity for improvement. Through its external review process, Cognia examined objective evidence showing that Via Talentum Academy meets the standards required for accreditation across its academic, organizational, and leadership practices.
An Independent External Review Process
Via Talentum Academy's accreditation is the result of a formal external review conducted by trained evaluators designated by Cognia.
During the review, the following areas, among others, were examined:
- school leadership;
- strategic planning;
- governance;
- organizational effectiveness and school operations;
- curriculum;
- teaching and learning;
- assessment practices;
- student and family support;
- professional learning and staff development;
- school culture;
- continuous improvement processes.
Each of these areas was reviewed against criteria and performance expectations established by Cognia.
The decision to accredit Via Talentum Academy therefore represents an independent validation of the strength, quality, and organizational effectiveness of our educational program.
Accreditation Backed by a Longstanding U.S. Accrediting Tradition
Cognia Accreditation builds on the legacy and recognition of three longstanding regional accrediting agencies in the United States:
- North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).
- Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC).
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI).
For decades, these agencies have contributed to the development of educational quality standards in the United States and today form part of the foundation of Cognia's accreditation system.
Earning accreditation through this tradition represents a significant institutional recognition and places Via Talentum Academy among schools that have demonstrated, through independent external review, their commitment to recognized standards of educational quality and continuous improvement.
What Cognia Accreditation Means for Our Families
Choosing a school means placing trust in an institution that will support a student's academic and personal development for years. Cognia Accreditation provides families with an additional, independent measure of confidence in that decision.
Via Talentum Academy's quality has not been assessed solely by its own leadership team. It has been reviewed by an independent accrediting organization through a formal external evaluation process. Our academic, instructional, and organizational practices were therefore examined objectively before accreditation was granted.
For our families, this means being part of a school that has demonstrated its commitment to recognized standards of educational quality. For our students, it means pursuing their education at an institution whose overall quality and improvement practices have been independently reviewed by an internationally recognized accrediting organization.
A School with Internationally Recognized Credentials
Cognia Accreditation joins other recognitions that reflect the continued development of Via Talentum Academy:
- Cognia Accredited Institution, accreditation earned following a comprehensive third-party external review.
- College Board School, with official authorization to offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
- NCAA Approved High School, with approved coursework for students seeking to meet NCAA academic requirements while pursuing collegiate athletics in the United States.
- Member of the National Association for the Legal Support of Alternative Schools (NALSAS), a U.S.-based organization that supports alternative and non-traditional education models and promotes institutional development and standards for independent schools and educational programs.
Each of these recognitions reflects an independent process and addresses a specific aspect of the Academy's educational or institutional profile.
Together, they reflect Via Talentum Academy's ongoing commitment to institutional development and internationally recognized standards of educational quality.
A School That Chooses Independent Evaluation
Schools are not universally required to pursue international accreditation. Choosing to do so means opening institutional practices to independent review, documenting operations and outcomes, presenting objective evidence, and accepting evaluation by trained external reviewers.
Via Talentum Academy chose to undertake this process because we believe educational quality should be supported by verifiable practices and independent evidence, not only by institutional claims. Earning Cognia Accreditation confirms that this commitment has been evaluated through an external process based on established standards.
Institutional Statement
Earning Cognia Accreditation represents an important milestone in the history of Via Talentum Academy and marks a new stage in our development, grounded in educational quality, continuous improvement, and independent evaluation.
This recognition strengthens the Academy's institutional standing and distinguishes Via Talentum Academy as a school that has demonstrated, through a rigorous external review process, its commitment to recognized standards of educational quality and effectiveness.
For the families, students, educators, and staff who make up our school community, this accreditation means being part of an institution that voluntarily chose to undergo a rigorous independent review and earned recognition after demonstrating the strength of its educational program and organizational practices.
We renew our commitment to strengthening our academic and organizational practices, sustaining a culture of continuous improvement, and providing our students with an international education supported by clear standards, independent evaluation, and recognized academic credentials.
Evelyn Aguilera Arce
Principal
Jorge Marcich Colina
Head of School
Official Registration
California Department of Education (CDE)
Via Talentum Academy is officially registered with the California Department of Education (CDE) under CDS Code No. 37683386136691, which recognizes us as a K–12 private school belonging to the United States education system. This registration certifies that the institution meets the requirements established by the State of California to legally operate as an educational center, thus providing a framework of legitimacy and international traceability to all academic processes and documents issued by the school.
State registration means that diplomas, certificates, and transcripts issued by Via Talentum Academy come from an institution registered within the official structure of the United States education system, which allows their verification, support, and acceptance within different frameworks of educational equivalence worldwide. It also enables participation in accreditation processes, institutional alliances, and academic cooperation with national and international organizations that recognize schools registered with the California Department of Education.
For our families and students, this status represents a guarantee of authenticity, transparency, and educational validity, enabling the entire educational trajectory taken at Via Talentum Academy to be developed under internationally recognized standards. Thus, state registration reinforces our identity as an educational institution with a legal basis in the United States and global reach, committed to excellence, innovation, and academic quality.
Recognition and International Academic Programs
College Board
Via Talentum Academy is part of the College Board institutional system, a world-renowned American educational organization responsible for standardized academic programs that facilitate access to international universities, including SAT®, PSAT/NMSQT®, and Advanced Placement (AP®).
The school is officially registered with the College Board under School Code (CEEB) 363924, which allows its institutional participation in these programs and direct management of academic processes associated with college preparation and admission.
Additionally, Via Talentum Academy has officially authorized AP® courses through the AP Course Audit process, which guarantees that the subjects meet the curricular and methodological standards established by the College Board.
Authorized AP® Courses
AP® Biology
AP® Calculus AB
AP® Chemistry
AP® Computer Science A
AP® Computer Science Principles
AP® English Language and Composition
AP® Precalculus
AP® Spanish Language and Culture
AP® Statistics
AP® World History: Modern
These authorizations confirm that each course taught by Via Talentum Academy has been reviewed and approved in its academic structure, ensuring equivalence with initial university-level programs offered in the United States.
Official Verification
Via Talentum Academy's AP® courses can be publicly verified in the College Board's AP Course Ledger, the official database that lists all institutions with authorized AP® courses worldwide:
View verification on College BoardThe link with the College Board reflects Via Talentum Academy's commitment to academic excellence, advanced learning, and training students prepared to compete and excel in international university contexts.
Official Approval
NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association)
Via Talentum Academy is a High School officially approved by the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association), which allows its student-athletes to complete secondary education in online mode, making their studies (courses and diploma) officially considered in the university eligibility certification process.
This opens the possibility of applying to American universities with sports programs, without having to repeat studies or change institutions to validate their academic training.
In practice, this means that student-athletes trained at Via Talentum Academy can present their academic trajectory to the NCAA and, if they meet the established criteria, access university sports competition in the United States.
Accredited Excellence
N.A.L.S.A.S
You can verify all the information presented here by contacting Chau Trinh (NALSAS direct contact) directly at +1 (800) 456-7784 or at the email educate@nalsas.org.
See certificateWhat does this accreditation mean?
- 1. Via Talentum Academy has no hidden fees. All fees are presented clearly and concisely so that families can decide whether they want to enroll or not.
- 2. Via Talentum Academy makes follow-up calls to assist interested and enrolled families.
- 3. Via Talentum Academy does not allow financial difficulties to be a barrier to joining the academy. Flexible payment plans are offered.
- 4. Via Talentum Academy is a unique K-12 online school that is student-friendly with its own curriculum.
- 5. Via Talentum Academy provides a clear mission and vision statement for enrolled and interested families.
- 6. Via Talentum Academy provides complete information to families before the student enrollment by providing appropriate terms and conditions in the school form, including a written refund policy.
- 7. Via Talentum Academy is an educational institution that is financially solid to provide the promised educational services to families.
- 8. Via Talentum Academy fully complies with the standards and regulations set by the California Department of Education for K-12 private schools.
- 9. Via Talentum Academy provides the adequate amount of staff to support the educational programs offered.
Institutional Affiliation
National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)
Via Talentum Academy maintains affiliation with the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), an international organization of great prestige dedicated to strengthening professional practices in college counseling and admission to higher education.
NACAC brings together schools, universities, and specialists from different countries who share the same purpose: to ensure transparent, responsible college counseling and admission processes focused on student well-being. Its work has established the ethical standards and reference policies that guide educational institutions in preparing and supporting their students toward college life.
Through this affiliation, Via Talentum Academy actively participates in international collaboration networks, professional training spaces, and specialized meetings where the most current trends on college admission, vocational counseling, and global academic mobility are shared. This connection strengthens the institutional mission to provide rigorous and updated college counseling that connects each student's aspirations with real opportunities for academic development at prestigious universities.
Membership in NACAC reaffirms Via Talentum Academy's commitment to the principles of integrity, equity, and educational excellence. It reflects an institutional vision that promotes college preparation as an essential part of the educational process, and that promotes the school's active participation in international networks focused on quality, innovation, and academic leadership.
Institutional Affiliation
Association of College Admissions Counselors (ACAC)
Via Talentum Academy maintains affiliation with the Association of College Admissions Counselors (ACAC), a professional network dedicated to promoting best practices in college counseling, admission, and vocational guidance for students aspiring to higher education.
ACAC brings together counselors, advisors, institutions, and universities committed to the continuous improvement of admission processes and the creation of equitable academic opportunities for young people around the world. Its work fosters cooperation between schools and universities, knowledge exchange, and constant updating in the face of challenges in the global higher education landscape.
Through its participation in ACAC, Via Talentum Academy joins an international collaboration space where new trends in college counseling, scholarships, academic mobility, and professional teacher development are addressed. This connection strengthens the quality of advisory services that the institution offers, ensuring that each student receives comprehensive, informed guidance adjusted to the highest international standards.
Affiliation with ACAC reflects Via Talentum Academy's ongoing commitment to excellence, professional ethics, and educational innovation. It constitutes proof of the institutional effort to remain actively connected with the most influential college counseling and admission networks, thus strengthening its mission to prepare students to access, with success and confidence, prestigious universities in the United States, Europe, and the rest of the world.