We welcome first-time freshman student applications any time after you have completed the equivalent of six semesters of high school coursework. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis.
In addition to completing our free online application, homeschooled students may be asked to submit the following downloadable forms:
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Can I apply if I do not have a state-certified diploma or GED?
Yes. WLC does not require that you have a state-certified diploma or GED for admission. By assessing a student's standardized test scores and transcript, the college can verify that the student has completed the coursework necessary for college preparation.
What should be included in my transcript?
Your high school transcript personal information should include your full name, social security number, address, date of birth, gender and phone number. Necessary academic information includes a list of classes since the beginning of ninth grade, your grade earned and number of credits earned from each class.
Who should write my recommendation if my parent is my primary teacher?
Your recommendation should be completed by a non-family member, such as a pastor, employer, music teacher or coach, or anyone else familiar with your capabilities and potential.
What are the standardized test requirements?
WLC recommends that students have at least a 21 ACT (or SAT equivalent) and at least a 2.7 grade point average for admission. WLC accepts your highest score, so you are welcome to send in multiple test results. Your ACT/SAT score and grade point average are also used as standards for the merit awards.
What high school curriculum would give me the best preparation for college?
WLC recommends that you complete four years of English, four years of math (including algebra, geometry and advanced algebra), three years of social studies, three years of science and three years of a foreign language. Students who take at least three years of a single foreign language during high school are not required to continue their foreign language studies at WLC.
Does WLC prefer a pre-packaged curriculum or is it permissible to design my own?
With the understanding that each student's education is catered to fit his/her educational needs, WLC understands that many homeschooled students may not utilize a pre-packaged curriculum. Students in this situation may include a brief description of each high school class completed or include the textbook title and publisher used for each class on the transcript. This helps the college determine the student's academic abilities and access his/her likelihood for success at WLC.
The Young Scholars Program at Wisconsin Lutheran College offers homeschooled students, who meet program requirements, the opportunity to take college level courses at an accredited institution.
As a homeschooled student of high school age, you can take college courses at WLC at the same reduced rate the school district pays for the Early College Credit Program (ECCP) courses. This program enables you to get a jump start on your college career at a significant discount!
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Does WLC accept CLEP and AP scores?
Yes! WLC accepts both CLEP and AP test scores. In order to receive credit for AP tests, students must receive a minimum score of three to five depending on the subject. Minimum scores of fifty to sixty-five on CLEP exams are necessary for transfer. For specific information about AP/CLEP exams and how they transfer please contact the Registrar's Office.
If I've taken a class at a community college, will my credits transfer?
Wisconsin Lutheran College accepts transfer credits from accredited institutions. After receiving an official transcript which lists the courses taken and credits and grades earned, the Registrar will perform a credit evaluation. Transfer credit is awarded for those courses in which a student receives a grade higher than a D (1.0 on a 4.0 scale). Credits accepted for transfer may be used to satisfy WLC degree requirements.
Am I required to live on campus?
Campus community is important to us, so if you do not live with your family, you are required to live in college residence halls. If you live with your family, you may commute from home.
