Homeschooled students have the unique opportunity to satisfy high school graduation requirements while chipping away at a RCSJ Associate Degree requirements through the High School Option Program (HSOP). HSOP allows high school and homeschooled students to enroll in an unlimited number of courses at a reduced tuition rate. Like traditional high school students, homeschooled students must be 14 or older and have met all testing & course prerequisites prior to course registration. Also like traditional high school students, homeschooled students may utilize HSOP through the spring semester of their senior year. However, students age out after 18 years of age. To take courses during the summer semester after their senior year, students must complete an Application for Admissions and pay the standard tuition rate. Please refer to the HSOP Website to learn how to get started and obtain answers to frequently asked questions.
FAQ for Homeschool Students
What courses can I take that will satisfy graduation requirements?
For comparison purposes, New Jersey's public high schools typically offer instruction in the areas below. The RCSJ course codes listed next to each content area may satisfy the requirement. However, this is not an exhausted list. Course descriptions can be found in our Course Catalog. -
Language arts (4 years): ENG 101, ENG 102
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Math (3 years): MAT 101, MAT 102, MAT 103, MAT 105, MAT107, MAT 110, MAT108
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Science (3 years): BIO107, BIO 101, CHM 107, CHM 111, PHY101, PHY 103, PHY 105, PHY 111, PHY 112
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World history (1 year): HIS101, HIS102, HIS205, HIS206
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Civics and/or U.S. and New Jersey history (2 years): HIS103, HIS104
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Health/safety/physical education (2.5 hours per week for 4 years): HPE 102, 104, 111, 112, 113, 117, 118, etc.
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Financial/economic or business/entrepreneurial (1 semester): ECO103 (online), ECO101, BUS101
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Visual or performing arts (1 year): THR111
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Foreign language (1 year, or show proficiency): SPA 101, SPA 102 FRE101, ASL101
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Career/technical/vocational (1 year) and “technological literacy,” civics, economics, geography, and “global content” (not as separate subjects, but “integrated” throughout): CIS102, GEO102
Coursework completed at RCSJ is displayed on the student's RCSJ transcript. Students can access their unofficial Rowan College transcript by logging into their Student Portal. Students can obtain their official RCSJ transcript by requesting a copy from the
Office of Student Records.
Will RCSJ issue me a high school transcript or diploma?
RCSJ does not issue high school transcripts or diplomas. A high school diploma is not required for admission to RCSJ upon completion of high school, rather a final, official high school transcript. Many high school transcript templates are available online. However, you may wish to use: HS Transcript Template.
Are there other ways to earn college credit?
Note: Homeschool students must contact AP Services and follow established deadlines outlined by
CollegeBoard (TM).
I am currently in a private or public high school but would like to become a homeschooled student. What can I do?
You may wish to consult online literature on the topic of homeschooling. You may find the information on HSLDA.org to be useful. The NJDOE also provides a Homeschooling FAQ as well.
How can I enroll at RCSJ when I no longer qualify for HSOP?
Homeschool seniors are encouraged to enroll at RCSJ upon completion of high school requirements and/or after the age of 18. Students should follow the same enrollment steps as other HSOP students transitioning to RCSJ post high school graduation. More information can be found at www.rcsj.edu/enroll and www.rcsj.edu/apply.
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