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Texas Regulations

Learn about homeschooling regulations in Texas, and discover your options for college as a homeschooler at Enlightium Academy.

800+ STUDENTS

in Texas are currently enrolled in Enlightium Academy.

36 COLLEGES

Enlightium Academy graduates have been accepted into 36 Texas colleges* since 2019

At Enlightium Academy, we offer an accredited curriculum to ensure our homeschool students are recognized at colleges and universities.

*College Acceptance

Abilene Christian University
Angelo State University
Baylor University
Blinn College
Blinn College: Bryan Campus
Collin County Community College
Dallas Baptist University
Hardin-Simmons University
Houston Baptist University
Lone Star College System District
Mountain View College
Northwest Vista College

Rice University
Sam Houston State University
San Antonio College
South Plains College
Southwestern Adventist University
St. Edward's University
St. Philip’s College
Stephen F. Austin State University
Tarleton State University
Texas A&M University
Texas Christian University
Texas State University

Texas Tech University
The Art Institute of Austin
The Art Institute of Dallas
Tyler Junior College
University of Houston
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
University of Texas
University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at San Antonio
University of Texas at Tyler
Weatherford College

Texas Homeschooling Requirements

Teacher qualifications

Texas has no teacher requirements. Enlightium instructors are state- and/or ACSI-certified. Additionally, over 40% of instructors have their Masters or Doctorate degree

Academic calendar requirements

Texas has no calendar requirements. Enlightium’s school calendar has a standard 180 school year to keep your student on track

Take required subjects

Courses or recommendations provided by Enlightium

Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL)

Texas students enrolled in Enlightium Academy can take advantage of local sports offerings through the University Interscholastic League (UIL). Enlightium students need to complete the following:

  • Be enrolled in Enlightium for at least the previous school year.
  • Be enrolled in Enlightium for at least six days of the current school year.
  • Maintain regular attendance.
  • Be enrolled full-time at Enlightium.

Additional notes:

  • Your local school district may have additional requirements.
  • The student will need to be “in compliance with rules of the State Board of Education”
  • They must be on track to graduate; your student’s counselor will inform you if your student is NOT on track to graduate.
  • The state might request a report card; Enlightium provides report cards and transcripts throughout the school year.
  • Potentially can not be completing four years of high school within three calendar years.
  • Cannot be a “super senior”.
  • Cannot be a professional athlete.

Ready to Start?

  1. Confirm that you meet the above requirements.
  2. Explore UIL’s athletics page on its website.
  3. Follow the steps to begin the process.

Enlightium Parents App

After enrolling, you can join the Texas Group in the Enlightium Parents app to receive reminders and updates on Texas homeschooling requirements and meet other Enlightium families living in Texas.

Additional Resources

Find Out Which States Lead the Way in Homeschooling
Discover the Best Accredited Homeschool Program in Texas for Your Student!
How Texas Families can Enroll at Enlightium Academy

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