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Our welcoming community recognizes the dedication of homeschooling families like yours— juggling teaching, learning, guidance, and extracurriculars. Ball State offers a wealth of resources to assist in your unique educational journey. From elementary student visits to planning for college, we're committed to supporting homeschool students and families at every step. As Cardinals, We Fly.

Planning for College

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It is important for a fulfilling future career to align with your interests, goals, and values. Take the free Myers-Briggs Type Indicator assessment and browse our career and personality exploration tools to see which majors at Ball State and potential careers are a good match for you.

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Learn more about potential majors and explore what Ball State has to offer with our Virtual College Tours! Simply select a major to learn about academics, tour state-of-the-art facilities, view housing options, and explore student organizations related to the program of your choice.

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Dual credit and other advance credit options offer a fantastic opportunity for homeschool students to supplement their high school curriculum. Our Transfer Center is ready to help homeschool students and families plan their educational journey by reviewing credits to ensure they count toward a Ball State degree.

Homeschool juniors and seniors are encouraged to explore our Dual Credit Program! Dual credit is a great way for homeschool students to earn credit and get acclimated to college-level courses while completing high school requirements. Dual credit courses are taught by Ball State professors, easing the teaching load for homeschool family members while delivering students high-quality coursework to enrich their curriculum. Additional benefits of our Dual Credit Program can include:

 

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Our 50+ online courses area synchronous, providing homeschool students and families with flexibility in their unique educational journey.


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We offer the Indiana College Core (ICC), a 30-credit hour block that transfers between all Indiana public and some private institutions.

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By completing courses that satisfy Ball State requirements, it is possible to finish your degree at a quicker pace and spend fewer semesters in college.


We recognize the importance of fostering a love of learning from an early age. We offer free educator resources and a variety of engaging opportunities that homeschool students and families can experience. Explore those listed below and check out our calendar of public events, including free shows at the Charles W. Brown Planetarium, the largest in Indiana. For K-12 students interested in architecture and design, browse our parent and teacher ECAP resource page.


Preparing to Apply

Ready to take the next steps? We have valuable resources for homeschool students and their families to feel confident during the application process, and we’re happy to help answer any questions you may have. Additionally, each spring we host Homeschool Visit Day, an informative event designed for homeschool students grades 9-11 to explore Ball State.

You can also request an in-person or virtual visit for your co-op or homeschool group. These information sessions can cover topics like Ball State programs and opportunities, career exploration, curriculum planning, transcripts, transitioning to college, and more. Our Admissions staff member Tabitha Pierce is ready to assist you on your journey to Ball State.

Tabitha Pierce, Assistant Director of Admissions

Tabitha Pierce

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