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Utah Homeschool Requirements

Low Regulation

Utah requires a one-time notice but no testing (Utah Code §53G-6-204), and the statute explicitly sets NO minimum instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (801) 538-7845.

No Minimum

180 days is a recommendation

Required

notification

Not required

testing

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Triple-Checked

This data was last checked against official sources on August 4, 2026. Laws change, so if something looks off or your state updated its requirements since then, confirm current details on your state's official homeschool page or use the correction form below.

Notification

Required

Deadline: one-time, before or at the start of homeschooling (no annual renewal; 2025's HB209 removed the prior affidavit and background-check requirement)

Testing

Not required

Instructional Days

No Minimum

Utah does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown here as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.

Report Frequency

none

Submission Method

district (local school board)

Key Deadlines

Notification Deadline

one-time, before or at the start of homeschooling (no annual renewal; 2025's HB209 removed the prior affidavit and background-check requirement)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the homeschool requirements in Utah?+
Utah requires a one-time notice but no testing (Utah Code §53G-6-204), and the statute explicitly sets NO minimum instructional days or hours. The 180-day figure shown is a general recommendation only. For homeschool-specific questions, contact [email protected] or (801) 538-7845.
How many instructional days are required for homeschooling in Utah?+
Utah does not set a minimum number of instructional days or hours by law. 180 days is shown as a general planning recommendation only, not a legal requirement.
Does Utah require notification to homeschool?+
Yes, Utah requires families to submit notification to homeschool. The deadline is one-time, before or at the start of homeschooling (no annual renewal; 2025's HB209 removed the prior affidavit and background-check requirement).
Does Utah require standardized testing for homeschoolers?+
No, Utah does not require standardized testing for homeschool students.
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