LiberatED Podcast Homeschooling To College: Insights from a College Admissions Counselor
Apr 4, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski, a seasoned college admissions counselor and former public school teacher who homeschooled her three children, shares her expertise on transitioning from homeschooling to college. She reveals how proactive communication and early preparation can ease the admissions process for homeschooled students. The discussion also highlights the unique nature of transcripts and extracurriculars for these students, while emphasizing the importance of community support and personalized education in navigating college admissions.
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Rebecca's Consulting Start Story
- Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski started college admissions consulting as a barter helping a friend's daughter while her middle son received tutoring.
- This initial experience led to a professional college counseling business primarily through word of mouth in homeschool circles.
Diverse Children's College Paths
- Rebecca's three sons had very different college paths: MIT grad, music student with health challenges, and an online college student.
- These varied experiences inform Rebecca's counseling approach emphasizing persistence and finding the right fit.
Homeschooling Myths Debunked
- Homeschooling is not a disadvantage in admissions based on data showing similar outcomes.
- The socialization myth is false; homeschoolers often engage extensively outside the home in varied activities.