Homeschoolers

Opportunities for high school students

The SPAN Division offers high school students the opportunity to:

  • Earn high school and college credit simultaneously (dual credit)
  • Get an early start on a college degree
  • Explore over 550 majors offered at the IUPUI campus

Currently, over 40% of our SPAN student population is comprised of homeschooled students! Our home-educated students have performed exceedingly well and are by far our top academic achievers.

Many homeschool parents purchase curriculum for their homeschool. Since IUPUI offers many of the same classes, if your student is ready, why not maximize your investment by utilizing SPAN's accelerated college immersion programs?

Your tuition dollars could be deductible on your taxes (consult your tax professional), and your student would benefit from the dual enrollment. Keep in mind that as a dual enrollment student (enrolled in high school and college), every college class your child takes can satisfy both high school requirements AND college degree programs (B.A. or B.S. programs).

Some courses are designed specifically to fill the gap left between high school and college. It is not unusual for high school students to have graduated and still not test to the level required for all college-level work.

To fill this curriculum gap, IUPUI has a small group of classes designed for high school material, but taught at the college. Most homeschool students test far above this level even though they are early college entrants. However, if a student is ready in other academic ways to be on the college campus full time, these classes can be used to fill in the gap created by a subject a student has difficulty grasping.

It is not unusual for a student to have subjects they are particularly gifted in and another subject they find difficult. These basic skills courses can fill the gap while allowing the students to maximize their strengths.

Proof of grades: It is a good idea to maintain the transcripts and materials (all written tests, quizzes, and other supporting material, including workbooks) to verify your child’s high school courses. In case there should ever be a question about the completion of a course or a final grade, a written record would support your position.

Keep in mind that as a dual enrollment student (enrolled in high school and college), every college class your child takes can satisfy both high school requirements AND college degree programs (B.A. or B.S. programs).

The Indiana Department of Education high school graduation requirements, including graduation pathways, are provided below for your reference.

Course and credit requirements

 Graduation Pathway Resources

A brief letter written by the parent/educator should contain your recommendation for the program, endorsement of skill level, and participation in other gifted or academic programs. Other important information may include awards and extracurricular activities.