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Homeschool Laws

Homeschooling can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to following the law. But don't worry, it's simpler than you think. We've created this page to help you find information on your state's homeschool laws. With our easy-to-use guide, you'll be able to navigate the legal requirements of homeschooling with confidence.

HSLDA (Home School Legal Defense Association)

The HSLDA is an organization that advocates for homeschooling families when it comes to the legal side of homeschooling. Every state/territory has its own laws regarding how to homeschool. Below are links to their Homeschool Laws by State webpage.

(YHH does not receive compensation from the HSLDA for recommending them to you. They are an organization from whom we have received helpful information and assistance, and that has been protecting homeschool families for over 35 years.)

Review your region's homeschool laws.

Search for your state in the table below and click on the link to be directed to HSLDA's legal webpage. After reading the overview list, click on the View Complete Details button below the list for more information. Then, check out our blog to find helpful information on how to organize and run your homeschool program.

State/Region	HSLDA Link	Education Department Link (scroll to homeschool section of each page)
Alabama	https://hslda.org/legal/alabama	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/alabama.html
Alaska	https://hslda.org/legal/alaska	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/alaska.html
Alaska		https://lam.alaska.gov/homeschooling
American Samoa	https://hslda.org/legal/american-samoa	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/americansamoa.html
Arizona	https://hslda.org/legal/arizona	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/arizona.html
Arkansas	https://hslda.org/legal/arkansas	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/arkansas.html
California	https://hslda.org/legal/california	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/california.html
Colorado	https://hslda.org/legal/colorado	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/colorado.html
Connecticut	https://hslda.org/legal/connecticut	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/connecticut.html
Delaware	https://hslda.org/legal/delaware	https://education.delaware.gov/families/k12/homeschools-and-private-schools/
District of Columbia	https://hslda.org/legal/district-of-columbia	https://oese.ed.gov/state-nonpublic-education-regulation-map/district-columbia-regulations/
Florida	https://hslda.org/legal/florida	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/florida.html
Georgia	https://hslda.org/legal/georgia	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/georgia.html
Guam	https://hslda.org/legal/guam	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/guam.html
Hawaii	https://hslda.org/legal/hawaii	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/hawaii.html
Idaho	https://hslda.org/legal/idaho	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/idaho.html
Illinois	https://hslda.org/legal/illinois	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/illinois.html
Indiana	https://hslda.org/legal/indiana	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/indiana.html
Iowa	https://hslda.org/legal/iowa	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/iowa.html
Kansas	https://hslda.org/legal/kansas	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/kansas.html
Kentucky	https://hslda.org/legal/kentucky	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/kentucky.html
Louisiana	https://hslda.org/legal/louisiana	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/louisiana.html
Maine	https://hslda.org/legal/maine	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/maine.html
Maryland	https://hslda.org/legal/maryland	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/maryland.html
Massachusetts	https://hslda.org/legal/massachusetts	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/massachusetts.html
Michigan	https://hslda.org/legal/michigan	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/michigan.html
Minnesota	https://hslda.org/legal/minnesota	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/minnesota.html
Mississippi	https://hslda.org/legal/mississippi	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/mississippi.html
Missouri	https://hslda.org/legal/missouri	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/missouri.html
Montana	https://hslda.org/legal/montana	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/montana.html
Nebraska	https://hslda.org/legal/nebraska	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/nebraska.html
Nevada	https://hslda.org/legal/nevada	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/nevada.html
New Hampshire	https://hslda.org/legal/new-hampshire	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/newhampshire.html
New Jersey	https://hslda.org/legal/new-jersey	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/newjersey.html
New Mexico	https://hslda.org/legal/new-mexico	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/newmexico.html
New York	https://hslda.org/legal/new-york	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/newyork.html
North Carolina	https://hslda.org/legal/north-carolina	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/northcarolina.html
North Dakota	https://hslda.org/legal/north-dakota	https://oese.ed.gov/state-nonpublic-education-regulation-map/north-dakota-state-regulations/
Northern Mariana Islands	https://hslda.org/legal/northern-mariana	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/northernmarianaislands.html
Ohio	https://hslda.org/legal/ohio	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/ohio.html
Oklahoma	https://hslda.org/legal/oklahoma	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/oklahoma.html
Oregon	https://hslda.org/legal/oregon	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/oregon.html
Pennsylvania	https://hslda.org/legal/pennsylvania	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/pennsylvania.html
Puerto Rico	https://hslda.org/legal/puerto-rico	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/puertorico.html
Rhode Island	https://hslda.org/legal/rhode-island	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/rhodeisland.html
South Carolina	https://hslda.org/legal/south-carolina	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/southcarolina.html
South Dakota	https://hslda.org/legal/south-dakota	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/southdakota.html
Tennessee	https://hslda.org/legal/tennessee	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/tennessee.html
Texas	https://hslda.org/legal/texas	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/texas.html
Utah	https://hslda.org/legal/utah	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/utah.html
Vermont	https://hslda.org/legal/vermont	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/vermont.html
Virgin Islands	https://hslda.org/legal/virgin-islands	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/virginislands.html
Virginia	https://hslda.org/legal/virginia	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/virginia.html
Washington	https://hslda.org/legal/washington	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/washington.html
West Virginia	https://hslda.org/legal/west-virginia	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/westvirginia.html
Wisconsin	https://hslda.org/legal/wisconsin	https://dpi.wi.gov/parental-education-options/home-based
Wisconson		https://dpi.wi.gov/sfs/homeschool-enrollment-reporting
Wyoming	https://hslda.org/legal/wyoming	https://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/non-public-education/regulation-map/wyoming.html