How do homeschooled students do academically?
We have found that homeschooled students do very well. A recent study* reports that in every category and in every grade level, homeschoolers score above the national average. Many colleges are recognizing this fact as well; some even specifically look for homeschooled students. These students experience learning as fun and meaningful, rather than something that they are forced to do to get a grade or pass a test. They learn to think for themselves, to follow their own interests and ideas. Their learning is not interrupted by bells or class schedules or disruptive students; they are free to follow thoughts and projects to their natural conclusions. They also learn early about self-discipline and finding a study schedule that works for them.
