Homeschoolers Beth Schuermann, sophomore nursing major and soccer player, and Alicia Willig, also a sophomore nursing major.

The Mount welcomes applications from home schooled students.  We acknowledge that you come from an academically and socially diverse background and we recognize the hard work, perseverance and motivation that it takes to complete a home schooling curriculum.

The College of Mount St. Joseph offers an educational environment in which academic excellence, integration of life and learning, and respect for all persons, cultures and beliefs is paramount.

Students who are home schooled must submit an application for admission, application fee, transcripts along with any documentation from the state or national homeschooling accreditation agency, ACT and/or SAT scores, and two letters of recommendation.  Students may also be asked to interview with a member of the admission staff.

If you need additional information, or would like to talk with an admission counselor, call 513-244-4531, Toll free: 1-800-654-9314.

Homeschooled FAQs

How does the College of Mount St. Joseph view homeschooled applicants?
The College of Mount St. Joseph values you as a homeschooled student. We acknowledge that you come from an academically and socially diverse background. Furthermore, we recognize the hard work, perseverance and motivation that it takes to complete a homeschooling curriculum.

Is a state certified diploma or GED required for admission?
While the College of Mount St Joseph does not require an official diploma or GED for admission, we do require a detailed transcript with course content and grades achieved along with a grading scale.

What should be included in the transcript?
The transcript should demonstrate the successful completion of a secondary school education in a homeschool setting.  Course content along with awarded grades and the grading scale used should be included. Additionally, some students choose to submit a list of text books.

Who should write the letters of recommendation?
While we suggest that someone other than a parent write a recommendation letter, we recognize that a parent may in fact be the most accessible resource.  Other examples of appropriate references might be employers, coaches, tutors, or church leaders.  Ultimately, anyone who can attest to your academic performance and/or your extracurricular involvement would be a suitable reference and acceptable for the College of Mount St. Joseph.