What is Khan World School @ ASU Prep?

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Khan World School @ ASU Prep is a full-time, mastery-based online program for students in grades 6–12. See what Sal Khan, Michael Crow and others have to say about one of the word’s most innovative schools. Watch now.

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Designed to reward curiosity and empower agency, the program helps students work together solving real-world problems in seminars, tutorials and self-paced coursework. Students in grades 6–12 graduate having already taken college courses, learned how to think and figured out what they actually care about.

Arizona Residents: the state covers full-tuition, students attend at no-cost.

Why families choose Khan World School @ ASU Prep

Mastery-based honors learning

Students advance by demonstrating understanding, enabling deeper learning and faster academic acceleration.

Accredited, flexible and fully online

Students from around the world balance academics with other commitments without sacrificing rigor.

Rewards curiosity and agency

Self-paced learning and reflection build independence, confidence and ownership.

Accelerated path to a U.S. university

Academic depth, problem-solving and communication skills prepare students for college and careers.

Active, collaborative learning

Interactive seminars and small group tutorials foster discussion, critical thinking and social connection.

Supported by trusted education leaders

KWS is supported by ASU Prep Digital and inspired by Khan Academy’s proven educational philosophy.

Open your mind to the world, and you just might find your place in it

Achieve great things

You’ll start realizing your dreams from day one, whether you are a high school student on a path to the world’s best universities, or a middle school student looking to accelerate your learning path.

You’ll learn to think critically and independently while collaborating with peers and building a strong foundation in core subjects.

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Pursue your passions

You’ll explore, discuss or debate real-world issues. We reward intellectual curiosity and give you the freedom to dive deep into the topics that interest you. Our goal is to foster your love of learning, so you can create real meaning in the world for yourself and impactful change for others.

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Challenge yourself

Through an advanced college-prep curriculum, small-group tutorials and one-on-one advisory meetings, you’ll master every topic with the support to try again until you have a complete understanding. We build test prep and opportunities to earn university credit in high school directly into your journey, accelerating your path to college while saving you time and money when you get there.

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Proven academic growth

Students at Khan World School demonstrate strong academic growth across core subjects, compared to the national average.

Based on Exact Path data from the 2022–2023 school year.

Khan World School at ASU Prep will unleash the potential of a new generation of students that will change the world we live in for the better. We do this by maximizing opportunities for student mastery, agency, collaboration and passion. Explore this website and attend a virtual info session to find out if KWS is where you belong."

– Sal Khan, Founder Khan Academy

How learning works at KWS

KWS follows an innovative, mastery-based instructional model that balances structure with flexibility. Students progress by demonstrating understanding while managing their time across independent work and live learning experiences.

Learning components include:

• High school Seminar

  Socratic-style discussions about real-world topics, from current events to philosophical and ethical debates.
• Middle school exploratory

  The middle school experience includes exploratory electives to prepare students for high school. Three badges per school year or a foreign language class are required for promotion to high school.
• Small group tutorials

  Oxford-style sessions where 4-8 students receive personalized instruction in math, science and world languages.
• Self-paced online learning

  Students progress through high-quality, self-directed advanced curriculum.
• Peer tutoring and academic support

  High school students have access to small-group tutoring through schoolhouse.world and are encouraged to become tutors themselves.

How students experience the day

Rather than following a traditional bell schedule, students plan their day, meet expectations and engage meaningfully in live learning while maintaining clear academic accountability.

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Built by education leaders focused on the future

KWS was developed through a shared commitment to reimagining what school can be for motivated middle and high school students. As part of ASU Prep Digital, Khan World School aligns with Arizona State University’s focus on innovation, access and college readiness, while Sal Khan’s educational philosophy emphasizes mastery, deep understanding and student agency.

All of these principles are embedded in our unique learning model, designed to elevate learning experiences for students.

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We are excited to partner with the Khan team on this innovative new model. This fits perfectly with ASU’s efforts to advance a student-centric, adaptive design that is nimble and responsive to the needs of learners and the imaginations of faculty and leadership."

– Michael Crow, ASU president

Who is Khan World School @ ASU Prep designed for?

Highly engaged + Self-driven + Curious students

Khan World School @ ASU Prep serves students in grades 6–12 who are motivated, curious and ready to take an active role in their learning.

Students who thrive in this program want to:

• Seek academic challenge and connect knowledge to the world
• Work at their own pace, explore what interests them and showcase what they know
• Collaborate with peers and find a place to belong
• Prepare for college-level expectations and attend the top universities
• Engage consistently, manage time effectively and maximize their learning

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Your questions, answered

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What is Khan World School @ ASU Prep?

Khan World School @ ASU Prep is a full-time online honors program for students in grades 6–12 that uses a mastery-based learning model.

Is KWS fully online?

Yes. The program is delivered online and includes both self-paced coursework and live instructional sessions.

What makes Khan World School different from other online schools?

Students progress by mastering concepts rather than completing seat-time requirements and participate in live seminars and collaborative learning.

What does it cost to attend KWS?

• The tuition for full-time students who are Arizona residents will be paid for by the state at no cost to families.
• Arizona students paying tuition with ESA/scholarship funds will pay $8,250 each year.
• Students who live in the U.S., but outside Arizona, will pay $10,500 per year tuition.
• Students who live outside the U.S. will pay $13,700 per year.
• Tuition for all students does include the opportunity to take two university courses per semester and earn college credit.
• Scholarships may be available.

Who is eligible to apply?

Khan World School serves students in grades 6–12 who are ready for an academically rigorous online learning environment.

How are students supported?

KWS students receive support through live seminars, small group tutorials and personalized advising.

How do I get started at Khan World School?

KWS uses a structured admissions process to ensure alignment between student readiness and program expectations.

Enrollment overview:

• Enrollment: Grades 6–12
• Timing: Open during academic year application windows
• Get started now: Begin your enrollment

Admissions requirements: Applications are evaluated holistically, including academic records, readiness indicators and additional materials.

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