Minnesota Homeschool College Admission Requirements
See the college admission course requirements for homeschoolers in Minnesota: required subjects and a recommended A–G style college-prep course plan.
Mathematics
Mathematics — 4 units required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
4 units of Mathematics, including Elementary Algebra, Geometry, and Intermediate Algebra. Fourth-year math examples include Calculus, Pre-Calculus, Analysis, and Integrated Math 4.
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English
English — 4 units required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
4 units of English, including emphasis on writing, instruction in reading and speaking skills, and literary understanding and appreciation.
Typical course sequence
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World Languages
World Languages — 2 units required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
2 units of World Language.
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Science
Science — 3 units required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
3 units of Natural Sciences, including one year each of biological and physical science, and including a laboratory experience.
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Visual and/or Performing Arts
Visual and/or Performing Arts — 1 unit required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
1 unit of Visual and/or Performing Arts, including instruction in the history and interpretation of the art form (e.g., theatre arts, music, band, chorus, orchestra, drawing, painting, photography, graphic design, media production, theatre production).
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Social Studies
Social Studies — 3 units required
MN Public Flagship University's Application Requirements, University of Minnesota, more info here.
Fulfillment via High School Courses:
3 units of Social Sciences, including one year each of U.S. History and Geography (or a course that includes a geography component such as World History, Western Civilization, or Global Studies).
Typical course sequence
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Equivalent exams
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