Georgia Homeschool High School Guide

Parent-issued diploma recognized. University System of Georgia accepts homeschool diplomas for admission.

Parent-created. No state template. Additional documentation (SAT/ACT, transcripts, course descriptions) typically required for USG admission.

Status

Your state guarantees access by law

Program

Georgia Dual Enrollment (formerly Move On When Ready)

Eligibility

Must meet age and readiness requirements; parent must sign annual Participation Agreement

How to enroll

Through Georgia Student Finance Commission; apply at eligible postsecondary institutions

Cost

Free (covers tuition, fees, and textbooks at eligible institutions)

O.C.G.A. 20-2-161.3

Your state guarantees access by law

Dexter Mosley Act

What's covered

Sports and Other activities

Eligibility

Grades 6-12; must take at least one course at resident public school per semester; 30-day advance notice required; subject to same academic and conduct standards as enrolled students; 12-month ineligibility period after withdrawing from public school (from date of Declaration of Intent)

O.C.G.A. 20-2-319.6

Georgia offers 2 different ways to homeschool. High school options like dual enrollment and sports access may vary by pathway.

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  Home Study Program : You file a Declaration of Intent with the Georgia Department of Education by September 1, teach five core subjects for 180 days (4.5 hours/day), and administer a standardized test every three years starting at 3rd grade. You retain an annual progress assessment (not submitted). No minimum test score required.
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  Private School / Umbrella School Enrollment : You enroll in a private or umbrella school that handles filings and compliance with the state on your behalf. No state-mandated testing, no required subjects from the state, and no personal Declaration of Intent. Best for families who want administrative simplicity or prefer having a formal school affiliation.

Our wizard helps you choose the right one. Compare all pathways for Georgia