Office of Admissions

Homeschooled Students

The University of Oregon welcomes applications from students who were homeschooled. You must meet the following admission requirements:

  • Complete either the SAT with a minimum score of 1,540 for critical reading, mathematics, and writing scores combined, or the ACT with the optional writing component and a minimum score of 22
  • Take the SAT Subject Tests in Math I or II, and a second test of your choice. Earn an average of 470 or better on the two tests, with a total score of at least 940
  • Demonstrate second-language proficiency as described under Freshman Admission Information
  • Complete the admissions application, including the following information specific to home-schooled students: 
    • In the "High School" section, complete only two fields: enter the high school code 99HOME, then enter the date that you will "graduate" from your home school
    • In the college-preparatory courses section, simply click continue to skip this section
  • Attach a statement of personal circumstances that explains that you were home-schooled and that you will complete the admission requirements by providing official score reports for the SAT or ACT and for the SAT Subject Tests