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Home-School Applicant Information

Whitworth University welcomes students who have been educated through home-school curricula. We recognize the unique perspective and experience you bring to our student body, and we encourage you to apply.

Whitworth has a student-to-faculty ratio of 13 to 1; the university provides a supportive academic experience through which professors are able to get to know their students and to challenge them through their classroom curriculum. 

The following information is requested from home-schooled applicants:

1. A completed Whitworth Application for Admission. The Universal College Application is also accepted, but additional information will be required.
   
   
2. The Whitworth Academic Recommendation Form (PDF), which can be completed by a parent/guardian
   
   
3. One letter of recommendation, from someone other than a parent, that addresses academic accomplishments
   
   
4. A transcript showing academic achievement that includes a list of the courses taken, the grade earned for each course, and the cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale). The transcript must be signed by an official of the home-school program or by a parent.
   
   

5. Test score:  ACT and/or SAT  (required of home-school applicants)

6. A list of activities and honors, or a résumé

If you have questions, or if you would like more information regarding our admissions process and financial aid opportunities, please contact your admissions counselor.