News/Events
Dr. Jeff Butts the Superintendent of the MSD of Wayne Township Schools held a special community meeting for JUST the BDU Community comprised of BDU students, staff, parents, and alumni...
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Attention Current 8th & 9th Graders Interested in Early College High School
This presentation provides valuable information regarding the Ben Davis University…
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Attention Future BDU Scholars! Application deadline is Feb. 18th
BDU is now accepting applications for the 2019-20 school year. …
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BPA Chipotle Fundraiser-February 26
Show your team spirit by joining us for a fundraiser…
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What's New at Ben Davis University?
Morgan Moore was recognized by Senator Ford on February 8 who passed a Senate Resolution in her honor to recognize her accomplishment of being the first high school student nationwide of being accepted to the Simultaneous Membership Program through the U.S. Army ROTC Program which guarantees her commission upon college graduation of a 2nd Lieutenant. Read more.
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.
Significant Components of BDU
- 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
Degree Program Options
We offer four majors: Business, Information Technology, Health Careers and Liberal Arts. Here is an in-depth look inside the majors offered, instructors, and student experiences!
- 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
