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HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
The aim of Homeschool College USA is to provide resources for students to earn their fully accredited college degrees from home at a small fraction of the cost of "going away to school." You do not need to wait until you've graduated high school to begin earning your college credits, but we understand that for various reasons, you may not be ready or financially able to pursue this avenue at this time. The following course plans are provided for any students who want to homeschool through high school, but cannot afford to purchase expensive curriculum packages. All courses and resources are free. (You may wish to purchase the 4 novels used each year as part of your English/Language Arts program, or you can look for these books at your local library.)
If you find you need additional materials to help you with your studies in any particular subject, you may want to explore the free resources offered under the individual subjects listed above. Also note that Education Portal has a growing list of video lessons in a wide variety of subjects.
Be sure to read over the High School Studies FAQ page, the lesson plans page, study journals page, and the portfolios page before you begin. (You can find many free forms on the portfolio page to help you with planning and recording your studies, and to track your subject and semester grades. You will also find blank transcripts and even a diploma example. These forms are free for your personal use only as a homeschooler.)
NOTE: HOMESCHOOL COLLEGE USA IS NOT A SCHOOL. We do not provide official or accredited transcripts or diplomas. If you wish to follow this program, you are free to do so, but it is up to you to make certain you are homeschooling within all laws that govern your state of residency. You do not need to register with us and you can begin at any time.
Before you dig in to your studies, you should familiarize yourself with the individual courses. As many of your courses are through Saylor.org, you will need to create a free ePortfolio. This will enable you to enroll in your courses, track your progress, and build a transcript. If you are new to online learning and especially to homeschooling, you may want to complete Saylor's Try College 101. While aimed at college students, this course covers a variety of topics, including study skills and time management, that you can implement even as a high school student. Also, see this page for tips on note-taking.
The 26 courses comprising the four years of study are based on a selection of typical requirements for freshman admissions in many colleges and universities. This list is provided here as a simple overview. To access the individual courses, select the appropriate grade level below.
If you find you need additional materials to help you with your studies in any particular subject, you may want to explore the free resources offered under the individual subjects listed above. Also note that Education Portal has a growing list of video lessons in a wide variety of subjects.
Be sure to read over the High School Studies FAQ page, the lesson plans page, study journals page, and the portfolios page before you begin. (You can find many free forms on the portfolio page to help you with planning and recording your studies, and to track your subject and semester grades. You will also find blank transcripts and even a diploma example. These forms are free for your personal use only as a homeschooler.)
NOTE: HOMESCHOOL COLLEGE USA IS NOT A SCHOOL. We do not provide official or accredited transcripts or diplomas. If you wish to follow this program, you are free to do so, but it is up to you to make certain you are homeschooling within all laws that govern your state of residency. You do not need to register with us and you can begin at any time.
Before you dig in to your studies, you should familiarize yourself with the individual courses. As many of your courses are through Saylor.org, you will need to create a free ePortfolio. This will enable you to enroll in your courses, track your progress, and build a transcript. If you are new to online learning and especially to homeschooling, you may want to complete Saylor's Try College 101. While aimed at college students, this course covers a variety of topics, including study skills and time management, that you can implement even as a high school student. Also, see this page for tips on note-taking.
The 26 courses comprising the four years of study are based on a selection of typical requirements for freshman admissions in many colleges and universities. This list is provided here as a simple overview. To access the individual courses, select the appropriate grade level below.
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ENGLISH
Freshman English Sophomore English Junior English Senior English MATHEMATICS Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Statistics SCIENCE Environmental Science with Lab Biology with Lab Chemistry Physics HISTORY US History 1 US History 2 World History 1 World History 2 |
GENERAL EDUCATION
Psychology Computer Science US Government (1 semester) Economics (1 semester) French 1 French 2 Health (1 semester) Public Speaking (1 semester) World Geography Art History It is highly recommended that students incorporate at least 2 years of physical education into their curriculum. This can be done through local homeschool support groups or co-ops, sports classes/organizations, or independent physical activity. |
