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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
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