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As you prepare for the transition from homeschooler to college student, there are many options for your education. Grace College is a great choice because we are committed to continuing the Christ-centered and community-based education you currently enjoy! Oh, not to mention, you can jump-start your college experience by taking online dual enrollment courses through Grace College’s program for high school students, saving you time and money. We are here to serve you, answer your questions, and simplify your admissions process.

Homeschool College students find out what you need to know to transition from Homeschoolers to College at a Christian College.

Why choose Grace as a Homeschool College Student?

Interested in College after Homeschool? Grace College, a Christian College, is making applying and going from homeschool to college simple.
Hear What Homeschool Parents Are Saying

“We were impressed by the community, liked the idea of eight-week courses, and were confident that our daughter would be taught from a Biblical perspective.”
-Daniel and Christine Conrades

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Sending your student off to college is a big step - we want to help college parents to make the transition to Grace College easier.

“As parents, we are grateful for the intentional integration of Christianity with higher learning at Grace, and we love that the faculty know our kids by name. It’s the family atmosphere that makes all the difference.”
-Brian and Christi Brown, parents to five Lancers

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Hear What Homeschool Students Are Saying

“For my freshman year of college I attended a secular school as a student athlete. It was a huge breath of fresh air when I transferred to Grace College to focus on my faith and academics. I knew from the first day that I could call Grace home because of how welcoming the people were, and how open and passionate they were about their their faith. The teaching and culture at Grace blend seamlessly with my Christian homeschool background, and my faith has matured immensely because of my time here.”

Homeschool Resources

Applying to college as a homeschooler? Grace College walks through what you need to know about colleges for homeschoolers. Learn more & apply!
Applying to College as a Homeschooler

Your transition from homeschool to college can be smooth and simple. Click here for insight on standardized tests, transcripts, and precollege opportunities.

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Exploring Dual Enrollment Options

Dual enrollment allows you to take college classes and earn college credits while in high school — an ideal option for those with the flexibility of learning from home!

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Grasping Undergraduate Admissions

What’s my next step in the admissions process, and how do I get admitted? We have the answers for you here!

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Enjoying the Christian College Experience

Learn about our Christian college, and our President, Dr. Drew Flamm, who has a deep love for Grace College & Seminary and unwavering confidence that God will continue using this institution to help students better know Christ and make Him known.

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Get involved in campus clubs at Grace College. One of our youth ministry alumni shares how it impacted his life and others. Learn more!
Embracing Campus Clubs and Student Involvement

There are endless ways to get involved at Grace! Student Involvement exists to enhance campus life through exceptional programs that encourage experiential learning, unify our campus family, and honor Christ through service.

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Homeschool College FAQs

Do I need to take the SAT/ACT/CLT as a homeschool student?
Grace offers generous merit scholarships for homeschool students without the need for test scores, however, other opportunities may be available if a student prepares and takes the exams. If a student hopes to be invited to our Presidential Scholarship Day, test scores would be required to meet the qualifications.
My student doesn't have the same access to scholarships as their peers in public schools. What resources are available to them?
Here are helpful links to check for scholarships opportunities
Community Foundation Locator – Easily find organizations that support homeschool students
Questa – Excellent forgivable loans for residents of Northeast Indiana.
What should I know about transcripts?
Here is helpful information as you prepare transcripts for your college-bound student.
  • What should be included?
    • Demographic information such as name, address, graduate date, Date of Birth
    • Each year of high school
    • Course title, Grade, Description
    • Make sure to list any college courses taken at local community college or through your local co-ops are also listed (grade earned through the college will be listed)
My student is graduating from an online high school. Do I still need to make a transcript?

If your student was enrolled through an online high school, the school where the classes were earned should have a school-specific transcript that can be sent.

My student took a dual-credit class. Do you need transcripts from the college?

Yes, we will need transcripts from each college where the courses were taken. You can have them send your transcript to admissions@grace.edu or Grace College Admissions 1 Lancer Way, Winona Lake, IN 46590

What makes a homeschool transcript official?

Parents can email admissions@grace.edu with completed transcripts with an original signature to be official. Anything sent by the student will not count as official.

What is the difference between weighted or unweighted?

Most of your classes will be graded on an unweighted scale, while classes taken with honors, dual enrollment, AP classes are usually graded with a weighted GPA. Make sure to list these classes on your transcripts as Grace accepts both weighted and unweighted courses.

Can my student still graduate in three years without taking college courses before graduation?

Yes, students can complete their bachelor’s degree in three years without any prior college coursework completed while in high school. The best part is homeschooled students are able to earn both a bachelors and masters in four! That’s a lot of savings in time and cost!

Still have questions?

Connect with our amazing admissions counselors to talk about next steps for you and your family at admissions@grace.edu or schedule a visit.

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