Should my son or daughter go to college? Is a Bible college or vocational school more suitable? Is an apprenticeship in a trade an option? Should he get a GED if he is not going to college? How do I prepare him or her for life after high school? These and many other questions perplex home school parents as their children progress into the high school years.
Many home school students will be prepared to start their own businesses or get a job after finishing high school. Some will learn a trade as they work with an experienced adult or perhaps attend a vocational school for one or two years. About half of home school graduates will choose to attend a private or state college to prepare for a profession.
If you intend to attend a college, you should check early in the high school years with the particular colleges you may be interested in. Talent, achievement, leadership, extracurricular activities and community involvement are all a part of the student's qualifications, but a major factor will be test scores.
Most colleges require a college entrance exam such as the ACT or SAT for acceptance, but scores required for acceptance or scholarships may vary. (See Arkansas Colleges for high school course requirements and scholarship deadlines and College Prep Timeline)
Last updated: 05/24/2000
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