Each level of the Hathaway Scholarship funding is achieved through different requirements.
To qualify for the Hathaway Scholarship, students who graduate from a homeschool program must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- They must apply for the scholarship before their 21st birthday.
- They must have an ACT score (or WorkKeys for the Provisional Opportunity).
- They must meet course requirements.
- GPA is not considered for homeschool students
- For a fill-in-the-blank form and the course requirements, click here
Please note: Students who do not graduate from a homeschool education program but do receive a High School Equivalency Certificate (HSEC) are considered HSEC graduates, not homeschool graduates. Students who graduate with a Wyoming HSEC can find more information here.
| Honors | Performance | Opportunity | Provisional |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,680 Max Award Amount Per Semester | $1,260 Max Award Amount Per Semester | $840 Max Award Amount Per Semester | $840 Max Award Amount Per Semester |
| May be used at a WY community college or at UW | May be used at a WY community college or at UW | May be used at a WY community college or at UW | Must first be used at a WY community college. * |
| Language Arts 4 Years |
Language Arts 4 Years |
Language Arts 4 Years |
Language Arts Current HS graduation requirements |
| Math 4 Years Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and one “additional math” course (additional math must be taken in grades 9-12) |
Math 4 Years Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and one “additional math” course (additional math must be taken in grades 9-12) |
Math 4 Years Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and one “additional math” course(additional math must be taken in grades 9-12) |
Math Current HS graduation requirements; at least 2 of these courses: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry |
| Social Studies 3 Years |
Social Studies 3 Years |
Social Studies 3 Years |
Social Studies Current HS graduation requirements |
| Science 4 years One year may include an “additional science” course |
Science 4 years One year may include an “additional science” course |
Science 4 years One year may include an “additional science” course |
Science Current HS graduation requirements |
| FPA or CTE or FL 4 years of either fine and performing arts, foreign language or career and technical education. 2 of the 4 years must be sequenced |
FPA or CTE or FL 4 years of either fine and performing arts, foreign language or career and technical education. 2 of the 4 years must be sequenced |
FPA or CTE or FL 2 years of either fine and performing arts, career and technical education, or foreign language (FL must be sequenced) |
FPA or CTE or FL 2 years of either fine and performing arts, career and technical education, or foreign language (FL must be sequenced) |
| ACT Score 25 |
ACT Score 21 |
ACT Score 19 |
ACT Score 17 or WorkKeys® Score |
*Provisional Opportunity students who earn an associate’s degree can extend their scholarship for an additional 4 full-time semesters at the University of Wyoming.
Tips for Homeschoolers and the Hathaway Scholarship
The following document has been prepared by Suzanne Wilkins, Wyoming resident and home school parent of four children, all of whom are high school graduates (2009, 2011, 2014 and 2018). Suzanne’s experience with pursuing the Hathaway Scholarship for her own students prompted the writing of this content. The information provided here is meant to help other home school parents pursue and receive Hathaway money on behalf of their students, so that lack of understanding the Hathaway will not be a hindrance to your student receiving appropriate awards. She hopes this information is a help to you and your family.
View the “Tips for Home Schoolers” document (PDF)
Wyoming Department of Education Homeschool Page
Questions about the Hathaway Scholarship?
Contact the Hathaway Scholarship team or your school counselor today.