If you are homeschooling a high school student, you’ve probably asked yourself:
“Will colleges take my student seriously?”
The great news is—yes, they will.
And not only that—many colleges actively recruit homeschool students today!
Homeschoolers are known for:
- Independent thinking
- Academic discipline
- Creative problem-solving skills
With the right preparation, your homeschool student can confidently step into the college application process.
3 Key Steps to Prepare Your Homeschooler for College Admissions
1. Build a Strong High School Transcript
Your homeschool transcript should clearly show:
- Courses credits for each year
- Grades earned
- Curriculum or textbooks used
- Overall GPA
You can create your own transcript as the homeschool administrator.
(And if you’re using AskDrCallahan math and business courses, we provide grading rubrics and assignment tracking to make this process simple.)
2. Choose Recognized College-Prep Courses
Most colleges expect students to complete courses like:
In addition to math, students should also complete solid English, science, and social studies coursework.
Adding real-world electives like Personal Finance and Entrepreneurship through AskDrCallahan gives your student a competitive edge—and shows colleges that they have life skills beyond the classroom.
3. Prepare for Standardized Tests (When Required)
While many colleges are now test-optional, some still require or recommend:
- SAT scores
- ACT scores
- Dual enrollment transcripts
You can decide based on your student’s target colleges whether to pursue standardized testing.
But even when tests are optional, having strong scores can open up scholarship opportunities.
Colleges Want Homeschoolers
Thanks to the success of thousands of previous homeschool graduates, many admissions offices have created specific application guidelines just for homeschoolers.
You’re not at a disadvantage—you’re giving your student a personalized education that prepares them for success in college and beyond.
Need Help Getting Started?
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AskDrCallahan provides video-based high school math and business courses that help students build the skills and confidence they need. Feel free to email us at for answers to your questions.
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College is within reach—and your homeschool student can thrive there!
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