Will being homeschooled affect my chances? How can I make up for it?Answered
Hello! I am a homeschooled student, aspiring for prestigious schools. Are there any resources that may aid me in my pursuit? Any insight or tips are greatly appreciated!! :)
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Being a homeschooled student will not harm your chances to get into prestigious schools. If anything, colleges appreciate homeschooled students, since they bring a diverse perspective to campus. You will be competitive so long as you are able to accomplish the following things:
- Take the most rigorous classes available, ideally AP/IBs
- Do extracurriculars that demonstrate leadership and real-world impact. You will want to do several that all relate to your career/major direction
- Write stellar application essays
For more tips, check out CollegeVine's Homeschooled Student's Guide to Applying to College. Hope this helps!
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