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As a home-schooled student you have no doubt played an active role in the shaping of your educational experience. At Dickinson College we recognize that this requires independent, creative thought, self-discipline and leadership.
A Dickinson education offers students the opportunity to engage passionately in the pursuit of knowledge, the development of character and the full realization of their talents. Dickinson’s living/learning community, with its distinctive focus on student initiative and global education, frequently appeals to home-school students and can be great for your continued academic journey.
1. Application for Admission (Common Application) 2. Essay (see Common App for topics) 3. Resume of activities, experiences and leadership positions from the equivalent of grades 9-12 4. Grade report (transcript), evaluator's report and/or sample works by the student in a variety of subjects spanning grades 9-12 5. Transcript of any courses taken at traditional high school, community college or college 6. Two letters of recommendation: one from a teacher\*; the other from an evaluator, a second teacher, an employer or another adult who can effectively assess your achievement 7. One of the following:
- Diploma from a state-recognized source
- GED
- Comprehensive representation of the student's grades 9-12 curriculum via portfolio, course outlines, syllabi or log book.
Last updated 8/12/2025