Homeschool students love Ave Maria because they find the rigor of the academics engaging, challenging, and truly useful. Parents appreciate the Catholic moral climate and pro-family culture on our campus that respects and supports the values which they have instilled at home. AMU provides an environment that allows students to grow in virtue freely, and develop a spiritual, emotional and social maturity that will last a lifetime. When you take into account the unswerving promotion of Catholic values, the strong core curriculum, and the presence of an impressive and faithful faculty, Ave Maria stands as an exciting new option available to American Catholics today.
At Ave Maria University, we recognize the importance of a faithfully Catholic education.
In every aspect, AMU genuinely embodies its Catholic identity, exemplifying the key elements of a true Catholic education as outlined by the Cardinal Newman Society.
Ave students graduate prepared to be a witness to Christ in their field and beyond.
Our foremost priority at Ave Maria University is to nurture and deepen our students' Catholic faith and core values.
To achieve this, AMU provides daily Mass, Confessions, and Eucharistic Adoration. Students are also invited to benefit from the guidance of several university chaplains, whether through spiritual direction or conversations about their faith journey.
From our academic curriculum to the vibrant social life of our students, all we do is deeply rooted in our Catholic faith.
Ave Maria University offers an exceptional standard of education.
Besides the classes required by their major, every student completes a core liberal arts curriculum designed to foster a love for wisdom and the transcendentals—truth, goodness, and beauty.
With 92% of our faculty holding Ph.Ds or equivalent terminal degrees, students also benefit from expert guidance in their chosen field.
We have Open House days throughout the year, but also welcome you to schedule a private visit to the beautiful AMU campus in Southwest Florida. Bring the whole family, and make sure to set aside time to enjoy the beach too!
Our application process for homeschool students is the same as for any other applicant and we are proud to offer the same scholarships and financial aid opportunities as well.
Complete an Application
Complete our free online application.
Submit Official Transcripts and Test Scores
Submit an official high school transcript. If you did not complete a homeschool program that issues transcripts, just ask your admission counselor for our homeschool transcript worksheet.
Send your official SAT or ACT scores.
Ave Maria University’s codes are 4249 for the SAT and 6212 for the ACT.
5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142
