Are one of your homeschooled children preparing to enter college? Are your yourself a homeschooled student trying to find the best institutions for post-secondary education? Then the Homeschoolers Guide to Colleges will be an invaluable tool for you!
College Listings
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ALABAMA
PRINCE INSTITUTE, 7735 Atlanta Highway, Montgomery, AL 36117, 334-271-1670, 877-853-5569, info@princeinstitute.edu. www.princeinstitute.edu.
WALLACE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 801 Main Street NW, P.O. Box 2000, Hanceville, AL 35077, 1-866-350-9722 (WSCC), recruiting@wallacestate.edu. Wallace State is a comprehensive community college, offering a wide array of academic, technical, health science, fine and performing arts, and university transfer programs as well as a vibrant program for educating high school students through dual enrollment, early college enrollment, tech prep, and the Fast Track Academy. Whether classes are taken on campus or online, our tradition of outstanding scholarship and learning outcomes is derived from our commitment to excellence in education, student-centered services, state-of-the-art and innovative learning environments www.wallacestate.edu
ALASKA
ALASKA BIBLE COLLEGE, Box 289, Glennallen, AK 99588, 1-800-478-7884, 907-822-3201, info@akbible.edu. Through biblical study, academic excellence, intentional discipleship and hands-on ministry Alaska Bible College is joining God in His work in the North and around the world. In one, two and four-year programs students are taught and encouraged to develop a Christian worldview that will serve them in a life of ministry, missions and beyond. Alaska Bible College exists to exalt God and extend His Church by preparing the next generation of church leaders. www.akbible.edu.
DELAWARE
GOLDEY-BEACOM COLLEGE, Admissions Office, 4701 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808, (800) 833-4877, (302) 225-6248, admissions@gbc.edu. Goldey-Beacom College is a nationally accredited college offering Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology, Economics, Computer Information Systems and all areas of Business. GBC offers a Five Year Bachelor/Master Degree program for students interested in obtaining their MBA or Master of Management. For more information please visit www.gbc.edu.
FLORIDA
AVE MARIA UNIVERSITY, Homeschool Advancement, 5050 Ave Maria Boulevard, Ave Marie, FL 34142, (877) 283-8648, (239) 280-1656, homeschool@avemaria.edu. Ave Maria University is a vibrant university founded in the Catholic tradition located in beautiful southwest Florida. It is an academic institution that pledges faithfulness to the teachings of the Church and is committed to providing one of the finest classical liberal arts curricula available. Ave Maria offers a liberal arts education curriculum with ten academic majors including: Biology, Classics, Economics, History, Literature, and Mathematics, Music, Philosophy, Politics, and Theology. www.avemaria.edu.
KEISER UNIVERSITY, At Keiser University, we are here to help you succeed by providing the professional and academic foundation to meet your educational goals and objectives. At Keiser University, you receive your education one class at a time. As a student, you will attend one class at a time for four weeks and take your final exam before moving on to your next class. This focused approach on a single class, combined with small class size, ensures easy access to faculty and hands-on education that meets your needs. Keiser University offers day, evening, or online classes to accommodate your schedule. www.keiseruniversity.edu.
PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, 901 S. Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33401 , (561) 803-2100, 888-468-6722, admit@pba.edu. At Palm Beach Atlantic we're proud of the educational opportunities we offer; proud of our beautiful location in the Palm Beaches; but more than anything, proud to be a faith-based institution featuring a Christian staff and faculty who are unwavering in the belief that great intellectual growth and great spiritual growth are compatible. We offer associates, bachelors and master’s degrees, and a doctor of pharmacy degree. Founded in 1968, we provide a top-quality education with a liberal arts emphasis. www.pba.edu.
GEORGIA
ABRAHAM BALDWIN COLLEGE, 2802 Moore Highway, Tifton, GA 31793, (800)733-3653, (229)391-5001, abacinfo@abac.edu. At ABAC, we can meet your needs with a curriculum that includes 50 different programs of study. We're proud to offer seven Bachelor’s Degrees in their entirety on our campus including a brand new degree in Rural Studies, one of the most unique academic programs in the country. Diversified Agriculture, Turfgrass and Golf Course Management, Early Childhood Education, Management, Accounting, and Resource Management round out the list of bachelor’s degrees available to you without ever leaving the campus of ABAC. You can also choose one of our traditional associate degree programs or you can complete one of our career technological programs and immediately enter the job market. www.abac.edu.
BERRY COLLEGE, 2277 Martha Berry Highway NW, Mount Berry, GA 30149, (800) BERRY-GA, (706) 236-2215, admissions@berry.edu. Located in northwest Georgia on the world’s largest college campus, Berry distinctively emphasizes firsthand experience through its student work program. Every student is guaranteed a paid, on-campus job and most work in meaningful positions relevant to their majors or career plans. As a national liberal arts college, Berry provides challenging academic preparation plus opportunities for spiritual growth and service to others. More than 40 undergraduate programs and 3 graduate programs are offered with a current enrollment of approximately 1,850 students. www.berry.edu/admissions.
GEORGIA SOUTHWESTERN STATE UNIVERSITY, 800 Georgia Southwestern State University Drive, Americus, Georgia 31709, (800) 338-0082, gswapps@gsw.edu. Georgia Southwestern welcomes home schooled students. The University's First Year Experience Program and small school atmosphere are perfect for home school students continuing their education. With a current enrollment of approximately 2,900 students, Southwestern offers more 40 degrees in the following areas: Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Computing and Mathematics, Education, and Nursing. Georgia Southwestern also boasts the only Glassblowing and Professional Golf Management Programs in Georgia. Approximately 135 miles south of Atlanta, Southwestern is located in Americus. www.gsw.edu/~admissions
INDIANA
BAPTIST COLLEGE OF AMERICA, 1700 S. Goyer Road, Kokomo, IN 46902, (877) 426-4222, bca@bca.edu. Baptist College of America is a Bible college that offers courses that are applied in a soul winning, separated Baptist church while also offering the same courses and degrees through correspondence. It is my desire to help full-time Christian workers to further their education without needing to leave their work. Also, it is my desire to allow Sunday school teachers, bus workers, and lay people in general to better prepare themselves for serving the Lord in the various ministries of their own local church. www.bca.edu.
GRACE COLLEGE, 200 Seminary Drive, Winona Lake, IN 46590, (866) 974-7223. Our goal in Christian living and teaching is to make Christ preeminent in all things. The programs of the college, as well as its community lifestyle, are designed to encourage serious academic inquiry in an academic atmosphere devoted to excellence in scholarship, a biblical worldview, spiritual understanding, and social conscience—all in the context of God's grace. www.grace.edu.
ILLINOIS
SHIMER COLLEGE, 3424 S. State St., Chicago, IL 60616 312-235-3500,Shimer is a small independent four-year liberal arts college located just minutes from downtown Chicago. Our students develop their capacity for critical thought and interpersonal communication through careful reading of the Great Books, which sustain a life-long passion for learning. With small classes, a full-time teaching faculty, and great books, Shimer offers a rare and enduring educational experience. www.shimer.edu.
KENTUCKY
MID-CONTINENT COLLEGE, 99 Powell Road East, Mayfield, KY 42066 270-247-8521, 866-894-8878, admissions@midcontinent.edu. Mid-Continent University is a Baptist institution of higher learning and is composed of the Dr. James W. Cecil Baptist College of the Bible and the Baptist College of Arts and Sciences. Through these colleges, a variety of majors and minors are offered to prepare students for volunteer, vocational or bi-vocational ministries, and service leadership roles throughout the world. Mid-Continent is a 4 year liberal arts college offering degrees in 11 majors and 12 minors. www.midcontinent.edu.
MIDWAY COLLEGE, 512 E. Stephens Street, Midway, KY 40347, (800) 755-0031, (859) 846-4421. Midway College, Kentucky's only women's college, provides a living, learning environment that enables students to assume roles of responsibility and leadership as contemporary women. The college continues to fulfill a unique role in the education of contemporary women. It provides an avenue for women to gain a quality education, achieve independence through career preparation and strive for intellectual enlightenment. www.midway.edu.
THOMAS MORE COLLEGE, 333 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills, KY 41017 | 859-341-5800. Thomas More College is a small, liberal arts college with a big reputation among educators and experts alike. Thomas More has been included in Money magazine’s "Best College Buys" issue. It also was recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for Advancement of Teaching as a “selective liberal arts college.” Thomas More College serves approximately 1,900 full- and part-time students from across the country and around the world on its beautiful campus in Crestview Hills, Kentucky, just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. www.thomasmore.edu.
MARYLAND
MOUNT ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY, 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD 21727, 1.800.448.4347, www.msmary.edu. Let the Mount help with our one-on-one admissions. Contact an admissions counselor at 800-448-4347 or admissions@msmary.edu. We’ll arrange for you to speak with a Mount Homeschool student so you can ask about their experiences. At the Mount, classes are personal, with the average class size of 20 and a student-faculty ratio of 14 to 1. www.msmary.edu/homeschool
MASSACHUSETTS
BECKER COLLEGE, 61 Sever Street, Worcester, MA 01609, (877) 5BECKER, admissions@becker.edu. The Becker experience is focused on learning and growing, but immediately feel comfortable in our welcoming atmosphere. Friendships flourish at Becker because it’s so easy to make new friends in this warm, caring, and considerate atmosphere. Every incoming full-time student receives a laptop to use on Becker’s entirely wireless campuses. We have two gorgeous campuses: Worcester is cosmopolitan and close by Massachusetts’ second-largest cultural center; Leicester is peaceful, country-like, and a short walk from a quintessential New England town. www.becker.edu.
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY, 8 Ashburton Place, Boston, MA 02108, 1-800-6SUFFOLK. Office of Undergraduate Admission, 617-573-8460. Suffolk University, like Boston, is alive with intellectual and cultural vigor. The University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 80 areas of study through its College of Arts and Sciences, Sawyer Business School, and Law School. With campuses in Boston; Madrid, Spain; and Dakar, Senegal, Suffolkwww.suffolk.edu offers its founding vision of opportunity to a global stage.
MICHIGAN
CALVIN COLLEGE, 3201 Burton Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, 800-688-0122, 616-526-6106, admissions@calvin.edu. Calvin Collegewww.calvin.edu is recognized nationally as both a top ranked academic institution and a premier Christian college. At Calvin, 4,100 students and nearly 400 professors explore God’s world—and our place in it--through 100 academic options, 60 student clubs, 20 off-campus study programs and dozens of internships and service-learning opportunities.
MISSOURI
COLUMBIA COLLEGE, 1001 Rogers Street, Columbia, MO 65216, (800) 231-2391, (573) 875-8700, admissions@ccis.edu. ColumbiaCollege, a homeschool-friendly college, is a private, four-year liberal arts and sciences college with a home campus in Columbia, Mo. Although we maintain an affiliation by covenant with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), we welcome students of all faiths and backgrounds. Our admission policy is also homeschool-friendly. We do not require our students to have a GED, and in place of a high school transcript, we accept a record of curriculum from the prospective student’s family. Official ACT/SAT scores will be used for course placement and advising purposes. www.ccis.edu.
COTTEY COLLEGE, 1000 W. Austin, Nevada, MO 64772, (888) 526-8839, (417) 667-8181, enrollmgt@cottey.edu. Cottey is a private, two-year liberal arts college that prepares women to become leaders. An education at Cottey includes a free trip to Europe the second year. Discover what makes Cottey an ideal place for a young woman exploring the many options to shape her future, and why Cottey is the place for you. If you want to be certain your first step into the world of higher education is the best one, then take a closer look at Cottey College. www.cottey.edu.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Southern New Hampshire University – Go-Getters Go Here, 2500 N. River Road,, Manchester, NH 03106, (800) 642.4968, (603) 645.9611, admission@snhu.edu. At Southern New Hampshire University, we believe there are no limits to what our students can achieve. Southern New Hampshire University is a premier regional university with a small college feel. The university offers undergraduate programs in business, culinary arts, education, hospitality and liberal arts. Programs are offered full- and part-time, on campus, online and on location at our centers in New Hampshire and Maine. www.snhu.edu/homeschoolersguide
NEW JERSEY
BURLINGTON COUNTY COLLEGE, 601 Pemberton Browns Mills Road, Pemberton, NJ 08068. 609-894-9311, Burlington County College, a comprehensive community college, provides all individuals access to affordable and quality education. Now in its fourth decade, BCC serves the people and business community of New Jersey's largest geographic county by offering programs from many accessible locations. Our two campuses in Pemberton and Mt. Laurel and centers in Mt. Holly, Willingboro, Bordentown and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, as well as local high schools, offer a full range of associate's degree programs, transfer opportunities, professional development, personal, cultural and recreational enrichment programs. www.bcc.edu.
MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY,400 Cedar Avenue, WestLong Branch, NJ07764, (800) 543-9671, (732) 571-3456. MonmouthUniversity offers students a well-rounded and bold academic environment with abundant opportunity for growth and welcomes applications from home schooled students. Monmouth recognizes the unique circumstances of home schooled students and will evaluate applicants individually. If you are an applicant who has been home schooled, we encourage you to contact Victoria Bobik, associate director of Undergraduate Admission, for more information or for assistance throughout the admission process. She can be reached at 732-263-5874 or vbobik@monmouth.edu. www.monmouth.edu
SAINT PETER’S COLLEGE, 2641 Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07306, 888-SPC-9933, 201-761-6000, jgiglio@spc.edu. Saint Peter’s College, inspired by its Jesuit, Catholic identity, commitment to individual attention and grounding in the liberal arts, educates a diverse community of learners in undergraduate, graduate and professional programs to excel intellectually, lead ethically, serve compassionately and promote justice in our ever-changing urban and global environment. The College offers 38 Bachelor's programs along with numerous Associate degree programs. Saint Peter's College operates two campuses. We have a main campus in Jersey City, a branch campus for adult learning in Englewood Cliffs, and several off-site locations. www.spc.edu.
NEW YORK
D’YOUVILLE COLLEGE, 320 Porter Ave., Buffalo, New York, 14201-9985. (716) 829-7600, (800) 777-3921, admissions@dyc.edu. D’Youville College is an independent, urban, coeducational institution located in Buffalo, New York. We provide Healthcare, Education, Business and liberal arts programs for more than 2,900 graduate and undergraduate students in day, evening, weekend and summer sessions. A unique feature of all of our programs is the inclusion of a strong liberal arts core in our professional programs that provides a balanced education to our students. You are welcome and encouraged to visit our campus and learn more about D’Youville, our programs and the people that make up the college community. www.dyc.edu.
DAVIS COLLEGE, 400 Riverside Drive, Johnson City, NY 13790, (607) 729-1581, askdavis@davisny.edu. Davis College is a Bible-centered higher education institution committed to making an impact upon the world for Jesus Christ by the fostering of Christian character and the equipping of students with the knowledge, competencies and skills needed in an ever-changing world. In its entirety, the educational and practical experience of the College is designed to enable students to know the Word of God, to apply it to every aspect of life and to minister it effectively to the world. In summary, Davis College provides students with the education and experience to develop a thoroughly Biblical worldview and lifestyle. www.davisny.edu.
GLOBAL COLLEGE OF LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, 9 Hanover Place, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, New York 11201, (718) 718-4312, globalcollege@liu.edu. Global College features innovative coursework, experiential education and independent studies in Costa Rica, China, India, Australia, New York City, and on our traveling Comparative Religion and Culture program. www.liu.edu/globalcollege
HOUGHTON COLLEGE , One Willard Avenue, Houghton, NY 14744, (800) 777-2556, admission@houghton.edu. Houghton is a Christian Learning Community that emphasizes preparation of students to become future leaders. The Houghton Experience is centered on strong academic programs, and a faith community/fellowship that helps develop conviction, compassion and character. Study abroad programs and global partnerships reflect our commitment to out-of-the-classroom learning, experience and service. www.houghton.edu.
UTICA COLLEGE, Office of Admissions, 1600 Burrstone Road, Utica, NY 13502, (800) 782-8884, admiss@utica.edu. For more than 60 years, Utica College has been a place where people find their place in the world – a vibrant and diverse community of learners motivated by the will to succeed and the desire to make a difference. Built on a tradition of service and a commitment to the individual student, UC is an attractive option for homeschoolers. Expand your understanding of the world, and challenge yourself in ways you never imagined possible. The College offers 37 undergraduate degrees in more than 60 areas of study. www.utica.edu
NORTH CAROLINA
BARTON COLLEGE, PO Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893, 252-399-6300, 800-345-4973, ahmetts@barton.edu. Located in Wilson, North Carolina, Barton College is an academic community of approximately 1,130 students and 200 faculty and staff. Nationally recognized for its programs in education, deaf education, nursing and social work and its championship men's athletics teams, the school maintains a close-knit atmosphere and emphasizes individual attention and engaged learning. Results show that homeschooled students achieve high success; and, at Barton, student success is a priority. From our small class sizes to our dedicated faculty and staff to our friendly campus community, Barton simply fits Visit Barton's homeschooled site at www.barton.edu/homeschool
LIVING ARTS COLLEGE, 3000 Wakefield Crossing Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614, 800-800-2835, Lac_other@living-arts-college.edu. Find how you may qualify for the High Definition College that has pioneered digital art education. Look for training in interactive media, animation & game design, digital filmmaking, audio production, digital media and interior design ... in advanced studios teaching Maya, Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Vegas Video and more in short courses, certificate programs, diploma programs and degree programs. Plan to visit the Studio Arts Campus... the campus that one senior art education leader has called "... the art school of the 25th century!"
OHIO
FRANCISCAN UNIVERSITY, 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, Ohio 43952, 740-283-3771, admissions@franciscan.edu. The purpose of the University, publicly identified as a Catholic and a Franciscan institution, to promote the moral, spiritual, and religious values of its students. Study at Franciscan University of Steubenville and you become part of our academically challenging community of scholars, our passionately Catholic community of faith, our worldwide Spirit-filled community of service. Join nearly 2,100 undergraduates and 400 graduate students representing all 50 states and 16 countries. Choose from more than 40 undergraduate majors and minors and seven graduate programs . www.franciscan.edu.
LOURDES COLLEGE, 6832 Convent Boulevard, Sylvania, OH 43560, 1-800-878-3210, 419-885-5291. Our College offers personalized attention and small class sizes of 40 students or less. Students can choose from a wide variety of strong academic programs including Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Education, Marketing, Nursing, Psychology and Social Work. Lourdes also offers a well-rounded residence life program featuring an array of student organizations and support services, a campus ministry program and student activities and athletics. We offer a values-centered education founded on the Franciscan traditions of community, learning, reverence and service. www.lourdes.edu.
THE UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON, 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469, 937-229-1000, admission@udayton.edu. The University of DaytonUniversity of Dayton education offers, and see why our students were named 13th happiest in the nation by The Princeton Review. www.udayton.edu. ranks as a top-tier national, doctoral-level university and one of the 10 best Catholic universities in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. Our courses spark curiosity - provide foundations - sharpen intellects - and inspire our faculty and students to dare to be exceptional. Explore the extensive opportunities a University of Dayton education offers, and see why our students were named 13th happiest in the nation by The Princeton Review.www.udayton.edu.
WASHINGTON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 710 Colegate Drive, Marietta, OH 45750, (740) 374-8716, LEARNMORE@wscc.edu. Washington State is open to all who desire knowledge. You can step in to any of over 50 degree programs and many certificate opportunities ranging from the industrial and healthcare fields to general education and transfer programs If you need a short-term solution to a long term goal, Washington State is the right place for you. Community colleges are the backbones of the community they serve. If you are ready to step in and step up, an education from Washington State will help you stand out. www.wscc.edu.
PENNSYLVANIA
BAPTIST BIBLE COLLEGE, 538 Venard Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411, 800.451.7664 or 570.586.2400, admissions@bbc.edu. Baptist Bible College & Seminary is located on a 121-acre campus just outside Scranton, PA in the foothills of the Poconos. We offer you an outstanding education and a student-focused, student-driven university campus life. Home-schooled students are eagerly welcomed. We also offer a range of online degrees and dual-enrollment for high school students, enabling you to earn high school and college credit at the same time. BBC is a natural fit as you transition to college life. www.bbc.edu/college
BRYN ATHYN COLLEGE2965 College Drive, PO Box 717, Bryn Athyn, PA 19009-0717, 267-502-2400, admissions@brynathyn.edu. Bryn Athyn College is a private, coeducational, Christian liberal arts college located in a suburban setting just 14 miles northeast of center city Philadelphia. Bryn Athyn is spiritual by choice, which means we pair intellectual engagement with the search for spiritual meaning. And we are small by design, so our students work directly with our dedicated faculty. The Bryn Athyn community combines rigorous academics with hands-on, real-world opportunities in an environment that values integrity and high ethical standards. www.brynathyn.edu.
CARLOW COLLEGE, 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, 1-800-333-CARLOW (2275), admissions@carlow.edu. CarlowUniversity, the first Catholic, women-centered, liberal arts university in Pennsylvania, prepares students, primarily women, for competent leadership and compassionate service in personal and professional life. With an enrollment currently under 2,200, and a student-faculty ratio of 12-1, students enjoy small classes and individual instruction. The Admissions Committee recognizes that school curricula vary greatly, and consequently will consider favorably the application of an academically-able student whose preparation differs from the traditional college preparatory program. www.carlow.edu.
CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE, Admissions Office, College Hill & Valley Roads, Summerdale, PA 17093, (800) 759-2727, admissions@centralpenn.edu.Central Pennsylvania College offers career-focused bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, online programs and certificate programs. By providing students with caring faculty, personalized attention and a real-world education, Central Penn helps turn potential into career success. Our suburban Harrisburg campus is located just inside the Capital Beltway at Exit 65 on I-81 in the village of Summerdale . www.centralpenn.edu.
GANNON UNIVERSITY, 109 University Square • Erie, Pennsylvania 16541-0001, 1-800 GANNON-U (1-800-426-6668), 814-871-7000. With 4,238 students, Gannon University is a private, co-educational Catholic, comprehensive university offering associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees, certificates and doctoral degrees in Erie, Pennsylvania. Our academic programs are appropriately accredited, and Gannon has been consistently ranked among the top 50 colleges and universities in the northern section of the United States in U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges." We continue to be listed among the publication's Best Values in our sector. www.gannon.edu.
GENEVA COLLEGE, 3200 College Avenue • Beaver Falls, PA 15010 • 800-847-8255, admissions@geneva.edu Through the years, homeschooled students and their educational goals have proven to be an excellent fit with the Geneva College family. Geneva is a Christ-centered college and a caring community where first-time visitors feel welcome by the time they've crossed the campus. Geneva's small-college dynamics provide a family atmosphere that makes homeschooled students feel very comfortable. This also leads to some really intense learning experiences both outside and inside the classroom. Because of this, you will do very well here at Geneva – academic-wise and faith-wise. www.geneva.edu.
HUSSIAN SCHOOL OF ART, The Bourse, Suite 300, 111 South Independence Mall East (5th Street), Philadelphia, PA 19106, (215) 574-9600, info@hussianart.edu. Hussian School of Art is a four-year professional career school offering majors in Graphic Design and Illustration. Our main objectives are to give students as much real world experience as possible before they ever look for a job; and to ensure each student receives a well-rounded design and illustration education that integrates the best of traditional media with the exciting possibilities of evolving new media. www.hussianart.edu.
KEYSTONE COLLEGE, Admissions Office, One College Green, La Plume, PA 18440, (877) 4-COLLEGE, (570) 945-8111, admissions@keystone.edu, Keystone College offers 21 bachelor degrees, 13 associate degrees and enrolls a diverse student body from throughout the U.S. and more than 12 countries. Keystone is committed to making your college experience something special www.keystone.edu.
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY, Undergraduate Admissions, 2300 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18509, (866) 279-9663, (570) 348-6234, yourfuture@marywood.edu, Marywood University is coeducational, comprehensive, residential, and Catholic. Founded in 1915 by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, the University serves men and women from a variety of backgrounds and religions. The University enrolls over 3,000 students in an array of undergraduate and graduate programs. www.marywood.edu.
MESSIAH COLLEGE, One College Avenue, Grantham, PA 17027, Janelle Curtis-Beaman, homeschool admissions counselor, (800) 233-4220, (717) 766-2511, jcurtis@messiah.edu. Messiah Collegewww.messiah.edu. Offers homeschoolers an exceptional educational experience, which is why more than 150 of our current students have roots in learn-at-home settings. With an admissions counselor specially designated to help homeschoolers, individual needs of prospective students are attended to in a way that larger institutions often cannot provide.
MOUNT ALOYSIUS COLLEGE, 7373 Admiral Perry Highway, Cresson, PA 16630, (888) 823-2220, (814) 886-4131. As a Catholic CollegeMount Aloysius College provides a setting in which students are encouraged to synthesize faith with learning, to develop competence with compassion, to put talents and gifts at the service of others, and to begin to assume leadership in the world community. With emphasis on values of justice, hospitality, mercy, and service, the College's liberal arts core curriculum provides the necessary basis for leadership and the knowledge and skills for success in a wide range of professions. www.mtaloy.edu. founded and sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy,
PA COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN, 204 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17608, (717) 396-7833, admissions@pcad.edu. Pennsylvania College of Art & Design's small intimate environment means our students receive more individualized instruction from the faculty, who are all professional, working artists and designers. Our studios and classrooms are comfortable and designed to meet our students' needs. The curriculum is challenging and its quality and reputation are evident in that the majority of our students succeed in finding art-related jobs or pursue advanced education immediately following graduation. www.pcad.edu.
PENNSYLVANIA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, One College Avenue, Williamsport, PA 17701, (800) 367-9222, (570) 326-3761, pctinfo@pct.edu. Pennsylvania College of Technology is a special mission affiliate of Penn State, committed to applied technology education. More than 6,500 students are enrolled in bachelor's degree, associate's degree, and certificate majors, which combine hands-on experience with theory and management education. Our “degrees that work” represent more than 100 career areas ranging from manufacturing, design, transportation, construction, and natural resources to hospitality, health, business, and communication. www.pct.edu/homeschool.
PHILADELPHIA BIBLICAL COLLEGE, 200 Manor Avenue, Langhorne, PA 19047, (800) 366-0049, (215) 752-5800, admissions@pbu.edu. Studying at PBU, students are challenged with regard to their personal, intellectual, professional, and spiritual development by a faculty and staff that is deeply committed to Christ and the mission and vision of the University. While there are a number of programs and courses of study at PBU, we believe that all learning begins with and is held together by biblical learning. The study of the Bible then is central to all academic endeavors at PBU and is integrated throughout the curriculum. www.pbu.edu.
ST. VINCENT COLLEGE, 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe, PA 15650, (800) 782-5549, (724) 537-4540, admission@stvincent.edu. Saint Vincent College is an educational community rooted in the tradition of the Catholic faith, the heritage of Benedictine monasticism, and the love of values inherent in the liberal approach to life and learning. Its mission is to provide quality undergraduate and graduate education for men and women to enable them to integrate their professional aims with the broader purposes of human life. The programs, activities, and encounters that make up student life at Saint Vincent College encourage the intellectual gifts, professional aptitudes, and personal aspirations of students to mature harmoniously. www.stvincent.edu.
THADDEUS STEVENS COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY, 750 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602, (800) 842-3832, (717) 299-7701, admissions@stevenscollege.edu. Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers associate degrees and certificates in technical education programs to academically qualified residents of Pennsylvania. A residential college, Stevens serves economically disadvantaged as well as tuition-paying students. The college prepares students for skilled employment in a diverse, ever-changing workforce and for full, effective participation as citizens of the community, the Commonwealth, and the nation. www.stevenscollege.edu.
THIEL COLLEGE, 75 College Avenue, Greenville, PA 16125, (800) 248-4435, admissions@thiel.edu. Thiel College meets the needs of today’s students through exceptional instruction, more than 60 excellent academic programs and innovative career advising and job placement services. A private, liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Thiel provides exceptional faculty, student development and discovery, and very competitive costs. Check out Thiel College and discover the benefits awaiting you here! www.thiel.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH AT BRADFORD, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA 16701, (800) 872-1787, 814-362-7555, admissions@upb.pitt.edu. The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford is for students who want to earn a world-renowned degree in a personalized, safe and friendly environment. You can choose from 41 majors and more than 50 minors, concentrations and pre-professional programs. You will study on our 317-acre campus, which is nestled in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains. Each home-schooled applicant is evaluated individually based upon required academic coursework and satisfactory standardized tests (SAT I or the ACT) like all other applicants. www.upb.pitt.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF THE SCIENCES IN PHILADELPHIA, 600 South 43rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 888.996.8747, 215.596.8800, admit@usp.edu. At University of the Sciences, we maintain our tradition as pioneers in health science education through an innovative curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, and diverse program offerings. Whether you envision your future as a pharmacist, physical or occupational therapist, physician, research scientist, or other professional sought after in the healthcare industry, we can prepare you to shape the science of health.Located just west of Center City Philadelphia, the area is a hotbed of education, science, medicine, research, and culture. www.usp.edu.
VALLEY FORGE CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, 1401 Charlestown Road, Phoenixville, PA 19460, (800) 432-8322, admissions@vfcc.edu. Valley Forge Christian College is a regionally accredited Christian college of Arts, Sciences, and Ministry Professions located on a beautiful 106-acre campus in southeastern Pennsylvania. Students can choose from 47 areas of study and 4 graduate programs taught by dozens of credentialed and dedicated professors—all committed to the VFCC mission to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world. Become a fan and interact with us today at facebook.com/vfccedu or visit our website at www.vfcc.edu.
WEST PENN HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING, 4900 Friendship Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, 1-877-33-NURSE, (412) 578-5538, sonadmissions@wpahs.org. The Western Pennsylvania Hospital School of Nursing offers a 22-month RN diploma program with on-site articulation with Clarion University of PA, including optional on-site continuation for the BSN degree. Among the first in the nation to be accredited by the NLNAC, the School underwent extensive renovations, completed in spring 2009, to offer high-tech classrooms and labs, wireless Internet access in dorm rooms, and many other amenities. View photos, the current Catalog, and more at www.wpahs.org/education.
WILSON COLLEGE, 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA 17201, (800) 421-8402, (717) 262-2002, admissions@wilson.edu. Wilson is an independent college dedicated to the education of women, rigorous study in the liberal arts and sciences, and strong career preparation. Wilson is committed to environmental sustainability, preparing articulate, ethical leaders for a global world. Wilson’s supportive, diverse community is guided by the Wilson Honor Principle. www.wilson.edu.
SOUTH CAROLINA
BOB JONES UNIVERSITY, 1700 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Greenville, SC 29614, (800) BJ-AND-ME, (864) 242-5100, admissions@bju.edu. Within the cultural and academic soil of liberal arts higher education, Bob Jones University exists to grow Christlike character that is scripturally disciplined, others-serving, God-loving, Christ-proclaiming and focused above. Whatever field of study our students choose, they are taught the importance of having Christ at the center of their lives. www.bju.edu.
NEWBERRY COLLEGE, A Lutheran College, Newberry celebrates the concept of vocation, leading students to prepare for meaningful life experiences, occupations, and service to the world as well as to the church. The formal academic program combines a broad-based liberal arts core curriculum with in-depth study in a wide variety of traditional disciplines and selected professional and pre-professional fields In addition to 24 majors and 31 minors, Newberry College offers the Summerland Honors Program, the Pre-Seminary Track, and ROTC, as well as pre-professional programs in Law, Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Veterinary Medicine. www.newberry.edu.
TENNESSEE
BRYAN COLLEGE, 721 Bryan Drive, Dayton, TN 37321, (800) 277-9522, admissions@bryan.edu. Are you an intellectually curious Christian? If your answer is yes, then Bryan College may be the perfect place for you to spend your next four years! Whether you are interested in attending Bryan in the near future or simply researching your options for a later date, this nationally competitive liberal arts college promises to offer an incredible experience. At Bryan, you’ll have 18 majors with nearly 40 distinct options to choose from--all from the viewpoint of a Biblical worldview. www.bryan.edu.
WATKINS COLLEGE OF ART, DESIGN & FILM, 2298 Rosa L. Parks Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37228, (866) 887-6395, (615) 383-4848, , admissions@watkins.edu. For the artist, to create is a need. At Watkins we understand this need. We know it takes focus, commitment and discipline to become a professional artist. We provide a community of students and faculty devoted to artistic and academic excellence. The creative mind is a powerful tool. Watkins offers four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees in five areas - film, fine arts, graphic design, interior design and photography - and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in art. www.watkins.edu.
VERMONT
COLLEGE OF SAINT JOSEPH, 71 Clement Road, Rutland, VT 05701, (877) 270-9988, (802) 776-5286, admissions@csj.edu. As one of the most affordable private colleges in New England, CSJ produces graduates who are prepared for the future through more than 35 programs of study, internships, and our Career Development Office. At the College of St. Joseph, we evaluate applicants on the basis of their academic potential for success in our college community. Each applicant is considered as an individual with unique capabilities and achievements. The admissions process at the College of St. Joseph is a highly personal experience. After all, your capabilities and achievements are unique. www.csj.edu.
VIRGINIA
EASTERN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY, 1200 Park Road, Harrisonburg, Virginia, (540) 432-4000, admiss@emu.edu. Are you homeschooled? We bet you've got self-confidence, great critical thinking skills, disciplined study habits, and are ready to make a difference in the world. At EMU, homeschoolers make amazing contributions to campus life, jumping in and becoming academic leaders and student life role models. Students like you find you're a great fit for our small Christian college focused on real-life academics and core values of community, peacebuilding and service. At EMU, the whole community is ready to help make your transition from homeschooling to university life a smooth one. www.emu.edu.
EMORY & HENRY COLLEGE, P. O. Box 10, Emory, VA 24327, (800) 848-5493, (276) 944-6133, ehadmiss@ehc.edu. Founded in 1836, Emory & Henry is the oldest college in Southwest Virginia. It is also one of the few colleges in the South to have operated more than 160 years under the same name and with the same affiliation: the United Methodist Church. The E&H campus is an "academical" environment in the spirit of Thomas Jefferson that underscores the broad dedication within the community to each student's enlightenment and success. www.ehc.edu.
HOLLINS UNIVERSITY, P. O. Box 9707, Roanoke, VA 24020, 800-456-9595, huadm@hollins.edu. Our historic campus, founded in 1842, is the perfect setting for students who value small classes, talented professors, leadership opportunities, and individual expression. A nationally acclaimed liberal arts university, Hollins offers an undergraduate program for woman and seven coed graduate programs – all in a picturesque setting. Hollins graduate and Pulitzer Prize winner, Annie Dillard, described it as a place “where the grass is green and the mountains are blue, where friendships thrive, minds catch fire, careers begin and hearts open to a world of possibility.” Visit this link to learn more about Hollins and to find out why” Women who are going places start at Hollins.” www.hollins.edu.
JEFFERSON COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES, 920 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA 24016, 1-888-985-8483, (540) 985-8483, admissions@jchs.edu. Jefferson College of Health Sciences (JCHS) has educated healthcare professionals in the Roanoke Valley of Virginia for over 90 years. Today, we offer undergraduate degrees in Biomedical Sciences, Emergency Services, Health & Exercise Science, Healthcare Management, Health Psychology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, and Science. JCHS is growing in student population, growing in reputation, growing our academic programs, and growing our campus. More students than ever before are beginning their health-related careers at JCHS, and Jefferson’s programs fill quickly. The College has outstanding licensure-pass and graduation rates and extremely high student-satisfaction ratings. www.jchs.edu.
PATRICK HENRY COLLEGE, One Patrick Henry Circle, Purcellville, VA 20132, (888) 338-1776, (540) 338-1776, admissions@phc.edu. Patrick Henry College is unlike any other American college. Founded in 2000 with the aim of recreating the original American collegiate ideal, PHC is a classical Christian liberal arts college known for its rigorous academics, high level apprenticeships, and deep ties to home-based education. Over 80 percent of its students come from homeschooling backgrounds. Its mission is to train Christian men and women to lead our nation and shape our culture with a classical focus on truth that prepares students for high-level leadership. www.phc.edu.
WEST VIRGINIA
FAIRMONT STATE UNIVERSITY, 1201 Locust Avenue, Fairmont, WV 26554, (800) 641-5678, (304) 367-4892, admit@fairmontstate.edu. Fairmont State University shares a 120-acre main campus in Fairmont, West Virginia, with Pierpont Community & Technical College. Partnership allows us to better serve our students and provides students with the opportunity to find their future from more than 145 skill sets, certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees and graduate programs. The mission of Fairmont State University is to provide opportunities for individuals to achieve their professional and personal goals and discover roles for responsible citizenship that promote the common good. Visit www.fairmontstate.edu.
PIERPONT COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE, 1201 Locust Avenue, Fairmont, WV 26554, (800) 641-5678, (304) 367-4892,admit@pierpont.edu. Pierpont Community & Technical College shares a 120-acre main campus in Fairmont , West Virginia , with Fairmont State University . Partnership allows us to better serve our students and provides students with the opportunity to find their future from more than 145 skill sets, certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees and graduate programs. Pierpont offers more than 50 associate degree programs, skill sets and certificates, as well as a variety of courses at more than 15 sites in North Central West Virginia. www.pierpont.edu.
POTOMAC STATE COLLEGE, 75 Arnold Street, Keyser, WV, 26726, 1-800-262-7332, (304) 788-6820, go2psc@mail.wvu.edu Potomac State College of West Virginia University is a great place to "Start Smart" and begin your higher educational career. As a two-year residential division of West Virginia University, Potomac State College offers the prestige of a major school with the friendliness of a small campus. You get the best of both places: A curriculum designed at a well-respected research university delivered in a smaller classroom setting. While many of our students are in two-year transfer programs, we also offer two-year fast track programs to get you started sooner on a career. www.potomacstatecollege.edu.
ALDERSON BROADDUS COLLEGE, 101 College Hill Drive, Philippi, WV 26416, 304-457-1700, 1-800-263-1549, klauskn@ab.edu. Since its founding Alderson-Broaddus has been committed to a strong liberal arts education. As such, the College seeks to imbue students with an appreciation of literature and the arts, Christian faith, music and the sciences. Alderson-Broaddus College is a health-related and professional educational institution firmly rooted in the liberal arts. Alderson-Broaddus is affiliated with the American Baptist Churches, USA, and the West Virginia Baptist Convention. The College promotes a life of learning by encouraging and supporting inquiry, creativity, and application of learning in socially responsible ways. www.ab.edu.
