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Home School Student Admissions

Home schooled students are among the best and brightest members of the UD community. The University of Dallas is a perfect place for home schooled students to continue their education as students here seamlessly blend their academic, spiritual and social life. At UD, the application process is specifically tailored to the unique characteristics of home education.

As a selective institution, the University of Dallas Admission Committee reviews each candidate individually, evaluating the potential for success at UD in light of previous academic performance, candid recommendations, standardized testing and personal qualities. Be sure to submit official documents that reflect your most current grades, scores and activities. For a summary of the suggested academic preparation, click here.

The Application Process:
  • Home Schooled Freshman candidates must submit:
    • the application and $40 fee (or an official fee waiver)
    • the required application essay
    • an academic letter of recommendation from an instructor
    • an official high school transcript from a recognized, accredited consortium or association; or a comprehensive syllabi (including a list of books used, laboratory work done, and a narrative description or experiential learning) is required. Click here for the Homeschool Self-Certification Form.
    • official results of the SAT I or the ACT

  • The Common Application Homeschool Supplement to the Secondary School Report offers the primary educator the opportunity to submit additional information and an educational philosophy to the Admission Committee. Click here for the Homeschool Supplement to the Secondary School Report.

  • Additional information may be requested by the Committee in order to review the curriculum.

    If you have questions about the above information, please contact the Homeschool Admission Counselor, Drew Johnson at 1-800-628-6999 or at ajohnson@udallas.edu
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