Homeschool Applicants Admission
Applications for admission to undergraduate studies will be considered for those who have completed their high school education through a program of homeschooling.
The type of program, measurable results (i.e., SAT/AP/ACT scores, etc.), and other factors (including letters of reference, personal interview) may be taken into consideration in the admission decision of such applicants.
Applicable Programs
Homeschool applicants are eligible to apply to all undergraduate programs available to Ontario or Canadian high school applicants.
It is important that you check the Admission Requirements for High school students in Canada and Application Deadlines for the undergraduate program you are interested in to ensure you can meet the program-specific prerequisites and submit your application on time.
Required Documents
- Personal Statement: The statement should outline your homeschool experience, what you intend to study at Nipissing, and how your homeschool experience has prepared you for university.
- List of Curriculum and Textbooks: This should indicate the homeschool curriculum followed and a list of textbooks used for the various courses completed.
- Homeschool Transcript
- Measurable results (see examples below):
- SAT
- SAT subject tests that correspond with program prerequisites (select Ontario on the page)
- ACT
- Ontario 4U and/or 4M courses:
- At minimum, they should be the program-specific prerequisites (select Ontario on the page), however, six, including the program prerequisites, is preferred. Provincial equivalents in your province may be presented in place of Ontario courses.
- AP scores that correspond with program-specific prerequisites (select Ontario on the page)
- IB scores that correspond with program prerequisites (use IB curriculum)
- Reference Letters (optional)
How to Apply
Step 1: Create an account and start your application.
Access Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) to create an account and start your application.
Step 2: Submit your documents.
Submit all the applicable required documents in the list. Upon review of documents submitted, you may be required to submit additional documentation and/or attend an interview.
Documents may be submitted to admissions@nipissingu.ca except for any measurable results, which must come directly from the issuing organization to Nipissing University.
Have a Question?
Contact the Admissions Office at admissions@nipissingu.ca
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