How to homeschool in Nebraska
The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.
✓ Checked against Nebraska law on Oct 20, 2026 · See what changed
What changed
Nothing since we began checking Nebraska’s own pages every week in October 2026.
- Ages
- 6 to 18
- Notice
- Each year
- Tests
- None
- Set time
- 1,032 hours
What to do
- Statement of Election and Assurances, with the Authorized Parent Representative form, to the Nebraska Department of EducationWhen you start, then by July 15 each yearNebraska’s form or page for it
- A certified copy of the birth certificate to the Nebraska Department of EducationWith your first forms
- Report of completion, signed by both parents, to the Commissioner of EducationIf your child finishes before 18Nebraska’s form or page for it
- Withdrawal form to the Commissioner of EducationIf a 16- or 17-year-old leaves schoolNebraska’s form or page for it
- Teach the subjects belowYou can teach, with no set qualifications, unless you’ve been convicted of certain felonies (such as child abuse). 1,032 hours a year (1,080 hours from grade 9).
Subjects to teach
- Language arts
- Math
- Science
- Social studies
- Health
Sources: nebraskalegislature.gov, education.ne.gov, education.ne.gov
This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see Montana, Nevada, or all 50 states + DC.