Yes! Sora is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Cognia, and approved by the NCAA.
The Best Online School for Military Families
Explore Sora’s online middle and high school, where military-connected students thrive through live classes, social connection, and real-world learning.
Why military families love Sora
Academic approach
Sora's student-led curriculum blends multiple subjects into engaging lessons in a flexible environment closely led by world-class teachers.
Community and support
Sora is more than just a school; it’s a community. Online and in-person events and activities help students feel connected and supported, including webinars and meetings with experts in adolescent development.
College preparation
Students have access to personalized college and career counseling through the “Life After Sora” program, as well as access to our dual enrollment program. 95% of Sora students are accepted to 1 of their top 3 college choices.
Learn from anywhere
No matter where you are stationed, Sora moves with you.
We currently serve students in 47 states and 18 countries with live, synchronous classes.
Readiness and Resilience
When your child loves their school environment, they adapt to changes more readily.
At Sora, each student has a personalized learning plan focused on their strengths and interests, with a personal advisor available for support.
Tuition and accessibility
We’re proud to support military families by offering a Military Tiered Tuition Model that adjusts tuition based on your family’s income—so you only pay what’s truly affordable. Use our tuition calculator below to get an estimate, or download our tuition pamphlet to learn more.
Military Tiered Tuition
We believe every military child deserves access to an affordable, high-quality education—no matter your family’s rank or ZIP code. Tuition ranges from $7,500 to $17,900 per year, depending on your Total Family Income (TFI).
Use our Military Tuition Calculator to get a personalized tuition estimate based on your family’s income.
Looking for more financial support?
Explore funding opportunities from organizations that serve military families. Please check with each organization to confirm eligibility, deadlines, and if funds can be used at Sora.
Armed Forces Foundation Scholarship
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Want to learn more about Sora Schools?
Military families and DoD School Liaisons—download our info booklet to see how Sora can serve you!
Meet Garrett, Sora Schools Founder and CEO
As the child of a dedicated U.S. Air Force service member, I know what it’s like to pack up your life with little notice, say goodbye to friends you just made, and start over—again and again. My mother served in the Air Force, and over the years, we moved eight times—sometimes right in the middle of a school year. That’s why I founded Sora: to build the school I wish I’d had. Through high-quality, real-world projects and a fully online model, we deliver a world-class education that stays constant no matter where life takes a family—ensuring continuity of curriculum, friendships, and faculty support while equipping students with the skills they’ll need for the future.
Garrett Smiley
Sora Schools Founder and CEO
Rated the top project-based online school
Parent SORA has been great for my teen who attended private school for his entire life. We transferred to Sora sophomore year and he's now a rising senior getting ready for college applications. The pedagogy at Sora is what really sold us. The classes allow my kiddo to express his learning through his passions -- a math final through video game design - a history final through original jazz piano composition -- this type of instruction gave my child a renewed sense of agency and engagement in the topic of study. And, as a parent who works from home, it allows us more time together to focus on his mental health and well-being. I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Parent After middle school, our family needed a change of education strategy for my son. We will in a college town with highly graded public and private schools; but I was concerned the structures were not providing the support and guidance my son needed. As a child of 2 public school teachers; it never occurred to me to consider an online school until I found Sora. The first time I read out Sora's education philosophy, strategy, and structure to him my son said "I want to do that!". So starting in 9th grade we took the leap of faith and started with Sora. From the beginning I knew it was the right environment for my son; he had responsibility for his work but he also had agency over how he demonstrated mastery of the learning objectives. The teachers/experts are dedicated and above all interested in my son as a person and in building him up as a person and a learner. He just finished 10th grade with Sora and we are looking forward to being a future alumni in 2 years.
Student My experience with Sora has been nothing but positive. For an online environment, it is truly impressive how much I feel socially connected with others, which often isn't the case in virtual settings. I believe Sora has provided me with so many opportunities that enhanced my educational experience and shaped parts of my character. This school may surprise you with how much it offers, and from an academic perspective, I have been very satisfied.