ABOUT VHCS
Virtual Horizons Charter School is Utah's first tuition-free public charter school delivering a world-class education for grades 4–11 entirely inside virtual reality. We're breaking down every barrier between students and an extraordinary education.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Tuition-Free
Every student, regardless of location or family income, gets the same world-class VR education at no cost.
Inclusive by Design
Virtual reality removes physical barriers. Students who cannot attend traditional schools learn right alongside their peers.
Student-Centered
Certified teachers lead every session. Real instruction, real relationships in an environment students love.
Utah-Founded
Born in Utah, built for Utah families. A public charter school held to the same academic standards as any school in the state.
ACCREDITATION & AUTHORIZATION
Authorized by the State
Virtual Horizons Charter School is a public charter authorized by the Utah State Board of Education and held to the same academic standards as every public school in Utah.
State-Recognized Diploma
Students earn a Utah state-recognized high school diploma upon graduation — the same diploma issued by any Utah public school.
State-Funded, Tuition-Free
As a public charter, VHCS is funded by Utah state tax dollars. No tuition, no hidden fees, and the VR headset is provided to every enrolled student at no cost.
Utah Core Standards
Curriculum is fully aligned to the Utah State Core. Every subject, every grade, taught by licensed Utah educators in an immersive virtual environment.
OUR JOURNEY
Utah State Charter School Board greenlit continued school growth for Virtual Horizons Charter School.
"I am sold on the potential of using virtual reality to do all kinds of learning." - Leah Murray Ph.D., Weber State University
Fully immersive 3D synchronous and asynchronous VR learning environments live for students statewide.
Adding a new high school grade every year so students who start with us now can graduate with us.
READY TO JOIN THE ADVENTURE?
Enrollment is open for the 2026–27 school year. Grades 4–11, tuition-free, statewide.