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The
difficulty with getting into a home school friendly college is there is
not technically a high school graduation diploma that one gets.
Even after the tests are finished and all of the correct courses have
been passed, it is not considered a traditional method of receiving a
diploma in order to move forward. Because home school kids don't
have this test of admission, it makes it more difficult to get into the
right school and to be considered for furthering education.
In
order to balance this out, colleges have created what is known as open –
admission schools. Each of the colleges that are a part of
this will go through specific tests in order to qualify home schoolers
and will have specific applications that can be used by children that
don't go through the traditional method of receiving a diploma.
This allows everyone the opportunity to pick from certain schools and to
have the right materials in place for acceptance.
 With
open – admission schools, the person that applies will have to go
through certain standard procedures in order to be accepted.
There will be substitute materials that will need to be prepared in
order to get into the door of the schools. This will include
things such as portfolios of work, a personal essay, SAT I and ACT test
scores, grades from community colleges and personal recommendations.
If the home school student has also been a part of extracurricular
activities or other outside activities, they may also be considered.
It is important to make sure that you begin to put together these
portfolios in order to prepare for possible college admissions.
While
most colleges are open to consider home school kids, there are also
extra loops that have to be taken in order to ensure that the kids can
safely be admitted. Knowing what to prepare to get into the
different colleges is the main step that needs to be taken for
acceptance into a college. By showing that you are competent, can
handle college level work and are organized with what you offer, there
will be the capability to have the necessary doors open to you for
career options.
The College and Universities listed
below are specifically Homeschool Friendly...to the degree that they do
pay an annual fee to be listed here as a part of their efforts to
attract students that were homeschooled.
Antietam Bible - ABC offers
degrees ranging from the Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s degrees, all
the way up to the Doctoral level. They have programs of study of
the four major areas of study: Bible & Theology, Pastoral, Biblical
Missions, and Christian Education. They also offer training in
Secretarial and Church Business Administration,, and Church Education.
The Apprentice School is an
educational and career School providing high quality, comprehensive 4
and 5-year apprentice programs for students interested in shipbuilding
careers. They are building and maintaining nuclear-powered
aircraft carriers and submarines for the United States Navy that will
defend our country for years to come is not only a rewarding experience
but also an excellent opportunity for apprentices to learn about heavy
manufacturing and construction in the most modern shipbuilding facility
in the world. With 17 different programs and over 75 course
offerings that enable apprentices to gain not only the skills,
knowledge, and pride of workmanship, but also the educational foundation
and personal qualities needed to fully meet the challenges of a
shipbuilding career.
Bethel -
Bethel is uniquely qualified to provide educational opportunities for
all students, traditional and adult, who are interested in a liberal
arts program of studies with career and personal growth orientations. A
coeducational college, it offers studies including master's,
baccalaureate and associate degrees for the broad spectrum of students
and in a variety of settings.
Cincinnati
Christian University - Cincinnati Christian University (formerly
known as Cincinnati Bible College & Seminary) was established in 1924
and has served the Cincinnati area for over 80 years.
Every CBC undergraduate degree has a major in Biblical studies. Students
can also choose to add an additional program.
Clearwater Christian
- Clearwater Christian offers a distinctive Christian education in the
traditional liberal arts environment. Liberal arts colleges typically
provide a well-rounded academic program with a small teacher-student
ratio. You have the ability to forge close-knit relationships with a
diverse student body and with your faculty who teach out of a sense of
mission, not simply as a vocation.
Columbia International
University - Columbia offers Undergraduate, Seminary and Grad
Programs, and Distance Education. CIU educates people from a
biblical worldview to impact the nations with the message of Christ,
with their focus on evangelical missions.
Finlandia University
- Finlandia was founded in 1896 as Suomi by Finnish immigrants, but its
heritage extends hundreds of years before that. Finlandia offers a full
course program curriculum.
Geneva-Geneva
College was founded by the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America
in Northwood, OH in 1848; moved to Beaver Falls, PA. in 1880. It is a
Christ-centered college and in that context is a caring community, a
place where first-time visitors feel welcome by the time they've crossed
our campus. It's a place where faculty and students share ideas and
dreams... a place that is intentional about the development of a
biblical way of thinking about the world and life. Geneva, a
private, four-year comprehensive Christian campus of the arts, sciences,
and professional studies.
Houghton- Houghton
provides an academically challenging, Christ-centered education in the
liberal arts and sciences to students from diverse traditions and
economic backgrounds and equips them to lead and labor as
scholar-servants in a changing world. The Enrollment is
approximately 1,200 students representing 40 states and Canadian
provinces and 25 foreign countries.
Indiana University -
Indiana University has eight campuses: the original campus in
Bloomington, which is a residential campus; an urban campus in
Indianapolis, which also includes the IU Medical Center; and six
regional campuses in the Indiana cities of Gary, South Bend, Fort Wayne,
Kokomo, Richmond, and New Albany. IU has: More than 99,122 students on
its eight campuses, 1,048 degree programs and more. Indiana
University is internationally known for the quality of its academic
programs and attracts students from all over the world. At the same
time, IU plays a key role in the economic and social well-being of
Indiana residents, offering educational, cultural, and financial
benefits to the state.
Kentucky Christian
University - Kentucky Christian University is a private university
with a Board of Trustees from a fellowship of independent congregations
known as Churches of Christ and Christian Churches. Because these
independent congregations claim no creed or statement of faith except
for the Scriptures, and because no denominational headquarters
establishes a doctrinal position for the Kentucky Christian University,
the Board of Trustees has resolved that the Kentucky Christian
University will abide by only a belief and a general statement based on
those teachings of Scripture which are clearly taught and universally
embraced by these independent congregations.
Kuyper - Kuyper is a
ministry-focused Christian leadership college that educates and trains
Christian leaders for ministry and service. Through the integration of a
high-quality academic curriculum and a Reformed worldview, we provide
students who desire a well-rounded biblical and academic college
experience with the opportunity to see, understand, and live all of life
through the filter of Scripture. This is instrumental in guiding our
students through the process of discovering God glory, communicating
this truth to others, and honoring the Lordship of Jesus Christ.
Liberty University
- Founded in 1971, Liberty University is the world’s largest evangelical
university, with over 20,000 students both on-campus and off-campus from
all fifty states and over seventy countries around the world. They are
committed to providing their students with the highest quality education
in a distinctly Christian environment. Whether you are seeking an
undergraduate or graduate education, our wide variety of residential,
online and blended format programs will serve your needs regardless of
your location or schedule. LU has residential and Distance
learning programs.
Louisiana Baptist
University - Louisiana Baptist University was founded in 1973. As a
pioneer in distance education LBU has had over 30 years to develop a
delivery system that is extremely student friendly and effective. Every
course is designed to meet or exceed national norms. Many of the
textbooks are the same ones used by Louisiana State University and other
major universities.
Malone - Malone is a
Christian liberal arts facility. The Christian liberal arts approach,
the very essence of Malone, is widely recognized today as producing
exceptional graduates, not only for the marketplace, but for all aspects
of life.
Maryland Bible College &
Seminary - Maryland Bible is a service to the Body of Christ by
providing graduates with a biblical education that supplies the
spiritual and educational resources to prepare and train others for
their spiritual vocation and profession. The choice of curriculum,
methods, and materials is based upon biblical principles with the
resultant purpose of doing the work of the church.
Messiah- Messiah is
a Christian college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences. They
are committed to an embracing evangelical spirit rooted in the
Anabaptist, Pietist and Wesleyan traditions of the Christian Church. Our
mission is to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect,
character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service,
leadership and reconciliation in church and society.
Ohio Christian
University - With a heritage dating back to 1948, Ohio Christian
University is committed to offering a complete education that develops
students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. OCU offers
degree programs designed to equip students to become leaders in their
careers, communities, families, and in the world. Students enrolled in
our traditional undergraduate program attend classes at our campus in
Circleville, Ohio. Our AIM Adult Degree Program offers several campus
locations in the surrounding region as well as online degree programs.
Olivet -
Founded in 1844, Olivet is a private, four-year liberal arts
institution. As a small, coeducational college, Olivet takes pride in
recognizing its students as individuals. The campus features three
residence halls, a campus-wide wireless network, computer labs, newly
remodeled library, and a new athletic and recreation facility. Students
have the opportunity to participate in more than 30 student
organizations and 11 Greek societies. Olivet presently offers 28
programs leading to the baccalaureate degree, a master of arts in
teaching degree, and dual degree programs with two higher education
institutions in Michigan. Olivet is accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Patrick Henry-
Educating students according to a classical liberal arts curriculum, and
training them with apprenticeship methodology, they provide academically
excellent baccalaureate level higher education with a biblical world
view. The Vision of Patrick Henry College is to aid in the
transformation of American society by training Christian students to
serve God and mankind with a passion for righteousness, justice and
mercy, through careers of public service and cultural influence.
The Distinctives of Patrick Henry College include practical
apprenticeship methodology; a deliberate outreach to home schooled
students; financial independence; a general education core based on the
classical liberal arts; a dedication to mentoring and discipling
Christian students; and a community life that promotes virtue,
leadership, and strong, life-long commitments to God, family and
society.
Roanoke Bible
- Roanoke is a private, coeducational institution founded in 1948 upon
the ideals of traditional Bible-based Christian education. Roanoke
is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools to award certificates, associate, and
baccalaureate degrees.
Trinity Western University
- If you are searching for a university with an outstanding learning
environment, or looking to become involved with a remarkable group of
dedicated professors, staff and students who share an extra-ordinary
vision to make a difference, you've come to the right place. Their
Education Options include Graduate Degree Programs, Undergraduate
Studies, Certificate and Casual Studies, and Online and Distributed
Studies.
Urbana University -
Founded in 1850, Urbana University offers a liberal arts education in a
small university environment. From its founders, Urbana University
inherited its tradition of emphasizing student learning through
individual attention, excellence in instruction, career-oriented
programs, and critical reflection on ethical and moral issues. A
nurturing community fully committed to engaging students on an
individual level. The University maintain small class sizes taught by
the faculty, provide user-friendly support services to students through
a highly trained staff, and offer a vibrant campus life. Co-curricular
activities, including intercollegiate athletics, will support the
intellectual and social development of students, serve as vehicles for
leadership and character development, and provide a conduit for enhanced
community relationships.
Verity Institute
- Verity Institute is an innovative higher education program that
assists young adults who desire to earn credit through non-traditional
means while learning and applying the principles of the Bible.
While Verity is not a college and therefore does not grant credit nor
award degrees, Verity does facilitate the acquisition of a
fully-accredited bachelor of arts or science degree in a Christian
environment, in a fraction of the time and at a fraction of the cost of
traditional higher education.
Verity offers a structured 21-month schedule, Biblically-integrated
curriculum, and focused academic advisement for a fully-accredited
bachelor’s degree from one of the following regionally-accredited
institutions: Thomas Edison State, Excelsior, or Charter Oaks. |
