How to homeschool in Michigan
The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.
✓ Checked against Michigan law on Oct 20, 2026 · See what changed
What changed
Nothing since we began checking Michigan’s own pages every week in October 2026.
The usual way: Under the home education law. Nothing to file, and no tests.
- Ages
- 6 to 18
- Notice
- None
- Tests
- None
- Set time
- None
What to do
- Teach the subjects belowYou can teach, with no set qualifications. No notice or tests.
Subjects to teach
- Reading
- Spelling
- Math
- Science
- History
- Civics
- Literature
- Writing
- English grammar
Other legal ways
As a nonpublic school
Your own nonpublic school, reporting to the state.
Taught by a certified teacher, unless your religious beliefs object. Teach subjects comparable to those public schools teach.
- Your school’s yearly report to the Michigan Department of Education (Between Oct 15 and Oct 31)
Source: michigan.gov
This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see Massachusetts, Minnesota, or all 50 states + DC.