Are you saying no to homeschool because you are worried about your child’s future ability to integrate into society and the academic world in college? Do you feel that while you can give them all the attention and care that they need in their primary years, they would be better off in regular High School if they truly wanted to get into college and a profession? Here are some facts that you may like to consider before you decide to give up the idea of homeschooling your child through High School.
Some Colleges Actively Recruit Homeschoolers
College admissions officers tend to find Homeschool Student’s applications outstanding. They feel that the individualized instruction that the students have received tends to give them a distinct advantage when it comes to summing up what they want and how they are going to go about getting it in life. Some admissions officers go so far as to actively engage with Homeschool students to ensure that they consider joining their colleges. So if you are worried about no college wanting your home schooled child, you can rest that worry.
Homeschool Students are More Likely to Succeed in College
The socialization aspect scares many home school parents in to wondering if they should send their children to college after they have been taught at home for so many years. Guess what? Apparently being homeschooled makes the students more likely to succeed as they are self directed, take calculated risks, and don’t back away from a challenge before giving it their absolute best. Most teachers love having home schooled students in their classes as they engage more and are self motivated to turn in assignments on time.
Simplifying the Admission Process
It can be daunting for home school teachers to suddenly have to admit their children in regular college. However if you keep track of their transcripts, make sure that they do well on their SAT and ACT scores, assemble their portfolios faithfully over the years, and get them letters of recommendation from community members, there is no reason why the admission process will be problematic. Get in touch with the colleges you have narrowed down in advance to see exactly what you will need and that’s all you need to focus on.
