Seton’s accreditation is through an agency
recognized by the US Department of Education.
Seton is accredited by the same accrediting group
that accredits public and private schools and
colleges throughout the United States. Seton’s
accreditation is important for high school students
because it means that Seton credits are widely
accepted, both by other high schools and also by
colleges.
Besides accreditation, Seton’s reputation as a solid
academic institution is helpful to graduates moving
on to college. Seton is one of the largest Catholic
high schools in the United States, which means that
whatever college you want to attend, the likelihood
is that other Seton graduates have gone there before.
This is a significant advantage because Seton
students stand out amongst their peers as willing
and able to learn.
One university science professor wrote to us,
“It
was edifying to have taught students who had used the
Seton program prior to entering university life. These
students were a genuine joy to have in the classroom.
Their eagerness to learn had a positive magnetic effect
upon their peers.”
College admissions offices know Seton, and it means
something to them that you are a Seton graduate. As
one college’s Admissions Director put it, “we trust
Seton’s curriculum as a serious curriculum, and if
applicants are … using Seton, we trust their grades
really reflect their preparedness and achievement.”
When your application arrives at an admissions
office, you have the full backing of Seton Home
Study School on your side.
SETON COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
A recent Seton initiative which we are working hard
on is the Seton College Partnership Program. We
expect this program, which started only a couple of
years ago, will grow to be a major feature of our high
school guidance and support, allowing for a much
easier transition into college for Seton graduates.
There are many future possibilities for this program,
such as: automatic acceptance of Seton credits at
partner colleges, special scholarship funds, dual-
credit enrollments, etc.
High school is a great time of preparation. It’s
really a gift of time given to you between childhood
and the coming responsibilities of adult life. Don’t
be afraid of high school; instead, use the time to
develop your potential. High school is the chance of
a lifetime.
Decide to be great now, making the most of the hard
work and opportunities Seton provides, and you will
assuredly end up where you wish to be.
Step out with confidence, knowing Seton is your
bridge to the future.
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