<p>Although most colleges today are receiving more applications from home schooled students, the prejudice is still out there to take students from bona fide, accredited high schools. However, the home schooled population of applicants is rising, therefore, there is a stronger sense of familiarity with the preparation of the home schooled student. </p>
<p>The flip side to this argument is that high school also develops social skills of students. I tend to err in the middle! Delving into particular topics is a positive thing and shows a true interest in learning, the social skills learned at the high school age is important for college success.</p>
<p>The best way to have the best of both worlds is to home school then be active at the local high school in clubs and activities and/or participate in community activities and be a leader in those organizations.</p>
<p>Mark Corkery</p>