Students are encouraged to pursue excellence to the fullest of their ability. Honors and AP® courses offer additional academic challenge for qualified students, strengthening analytical reasoning, independent study skills, and time management — all essential for college readiness.
Our grading scale reflects both achievement and academic rigor through weighted GPA calculations. Honors courses receive additional weight, and AP® courses receive further distinction, allowing students to be appropriately recognized for pursuing advanced study.
Academic transcripts include:
Weighted GPA calculations
Inclusion of all academic and elective courses
Additional 0.5 GPA weight for Honors courses
Additional 1.0 GPA weight for AP® courses
To ensure students are fully prepared for the expectations of college, HCA requires the successful completion of 132.5 credit hours across core academic disciplines, Bible instruction, and electives.
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This comprehensive course of study provides both depth and breadth, ensuring graduates meet and exceed college entrance requirements while developing a strong biblical foundation.
“HCA not only provides a strong academic program, but more importantly, seeks to cultivate a Biblical worldview and to lead students into a deeper walk with their Savior, Jesus Christ.”
Complete one application for each student seeking admission. Online applications include questionnaires, document uploads, and recommendation forms.