Ben Davis University High School is a small, focused high school program where students can earn a Core 40 high school diploma while also earning college credits toward an Associate Degree from Vincennes University through dual credit opportunities. The program will include internships with business partners, project based learning, and inquiry learning. The program design is sometimes referred to as an early college high school.

What Makes BDU So Special? Amos Brown, radio talk show host visited BDU and interviewed administration, parents, staff, current and alumni students on what makes BDU so special. View photos taken from his interviews.

BDU has earned a Bronze award for Best High Schools by US News and earned an "A" school by the Indiana Department of Education.

BDU/WTP Partnership

Students from BDU and Wayne Township Preschool have fun together.

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What's New at BDU?

BDU sophomores work out during the physical education class in the school's workout facility.

BDU Senior works on a senior project for her entrepreneurship class. Entrepreneurship students must complete a 25-60 page business plan, which entails developing a vision for a business, along with the company's logo, finances, and mission statement.

BDU and Vincennes University hosted their second annual Reverse Career Fair this spring. Students set up tables and recruiters walked around to meet with students. Recruiters approached tables to network with students, giving them an opportunity to showcase their skills. The purpose of the Reverse Career Fair is to connect 120 high school juniors with internships, college transfer degree programs, and eventually jobs in career pathway professions.

Govenor Pence visited Ben Davis University and met with staff and students.

Significant Components of BDUHS:

• Small, personalized school environment promoting the inclusion and belonging of all students
• Advisory program designed to promote strong student-teacher relationships as well as provide academic, social, and behavioral support for students as they are enrolled in rigorous courses
• Dual credit courses for all students in one of four majors
• Frequent, detailed communication with students and their parents
• Teachers/instructors who meet Vincennes University’s faculty criteria
• Free college tuition for students, provided by the school district at a reduced rate as negotiated with Vincennes University
• Daily schedule which includes additional study and resource time for all students
• Daily schedule which includes collaboration time for staff
• Utilization of technology, 21st century skills, and project based learning
• Student internships in grades 11 and 12
• Peer tutoring and study tables available after school Monday through Thursday
• Student application process which requires attainment of 11 or more credits in grade 9, minimum grade point average of 2.2, and demonstrated motivation and commitment; many students are also first generation college
  

• Associates of General Studies Degree - Liberal Arts
• Associates of General Studies Degree - Business Management
• Associates of General Studies Degree - Information Technology
• Associates of General Studies Degree - Health Careers