Homeschool Policy
Open House This Weekend!
Join us Sunday, November 2 at 9:30 a.m. to explore our beautiful campus and discover the many opportunities waiting for you at SHU. Can’t make it this weekend? Our final Open House is on Nov. 16
Apply to SHU as a Freshman
At Sacred Heart, we believe that bringing together students from a variety of academic backgrounds enhances our learning community.
Home-schooled students are warmly welcomed at Sacred Heart University. If you’re a home-schooled student, we strongly advise you to schedule a campus visit and require a personal interview to determine if SHU’s academic and student life are a good fit for you.
Homeschooled students follow the same application process as other freshman applicants with some exceptions. Homeschooled students must submit:
- Transcripts from a home-school agency (if applicable)
- Literature describing the home-school agency with which you are affiliated (if applicable)
- A portfolio of academic accomplishments including: a reading list, examples of academic research, a list of extracurricular activities (community service, athletic participation, clubs and organizations)
- Details on whether your home-school experience was correspondence-school based, parent/student designed, unschooled/non-curriculum based, or a combination
- A letter of recommendation that may be written by parent(s)
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
Questions? Contact Us
For questions regarding our Home School policy, contact Pam Pillo, Assistant Vice President for Undergraduate Admissions, at 203-365-7560 or via email.