The Homeschool Advantage in College Admissions
Homeschooling gives students a unique edge in college admissions-when families know how to use it.
In this encouraging and practical guide, Dr. Cheryl Carter, homeschool mother, professor, and college admissions expert, shows families how to transform their homeschool experiences into academic and personal strengths colleges can't ignore.
From crafting outstanding transcripts to writing compelling essays and winning scholarships, The Homeschool Advantage in College Admissions helps you navigate every step of the process with clarity and confidence.
Inside, you'll discover:
✅ How to design a transcript that highlights your student's individuality and strengths
✅ Which courses colleges expect-and how homeschoolers can exceed those expectations
✅ Dual enrollment, CLEP, and AP strategies that save money and strengthen applications
✅ How to write a homeschool profile for the Common App and other platforms
✅ Tips for preparing for the SAT, ACT, and CLT (with homeschool codes included)
✅ Financial aid insights, including FAFSA, CSS Profile, and homeschool-friendly scholarships
✅ Month-by-month senior year calendar and planning checklist
✅ Over 50 unique elective ideas that make your student stand out
Whether your homeschool is faith-based or secular, this book gives you the tools to turn personalized learning into powerful university success.
Dr. Carter's years of experience mentoring homeschool families, advising students, and teaching college courses come together in this comprehensive, encouraging resource-designed to help your homeschooler get noticed, get accepted, and thrive.
"Homeschooling isn't just an alternative education-it's preparation for leadership."
- Dr. Cheryl Carter
