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Homeschooling in Utah

A year-round Utah homeschool marketplace — curriculum, tutoring, therapy, STEM, arts and enrichment providers, plus a plain-English guide to the Utah Fits All Scholarship.

Utah homeschooling by topic

• Utah Homeschool Laws & Requirements
• How to Start Homeschooling in Utah
• Utah School Choice, ESAs & Scholarships
• Homeschool Sports & Activities in Utah
• Dual Enrollment & College for Utah Homeschoolers
• Special Needs & Special Education Homeschooling in Utah

Utah Fits All Scholarship at a glance

• Overseen by: Utah State Board of Education, which contracts with the program manager and financial administrator (Utah Code 53F-6-401, 53F-6-404)
• Administered by: Odyssey (program manager since May 16, 2025)
• Amount per student, 2026–27: Up to $4,000 for home-based students ages 5–11 and $6,000 for ages 12–18 (age as of September 1); up to $8,000 for private school students (Utah Code 53F-6-402(2)(c))
• Who is eligible / how awarded: Utah residents in K–12, age 5–18 on September 1, not enrolled in a public school (LEA) or the Carson Smith scholarships. When applications exceed funds, awards go in order: returning students, siblings, households at or below 300% of the federal poverty level, then lottery.
• Application window / next dates: By statute: returning-student applications open March 1, new-student applications open April 1, and all applications close May 1. Portfolio or assessment for renewal is due May 31. For 2026–27, awards were issued June 16 and funds released July 15, 2026.
• Legal status: A district court ruled the program unconstitutional on April 18, 2025. The program was not suspended, and the State's appeal is pending at the Utah Supreme Court. No Supreme Court decision had been issued as of September 17, 2026.

Read the full guide: Utah Fits All Scholarship — A Guide for Homeschool Families

Coming up in Utah

• Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · Little Zoo: Animal Dress Up – Utah's Hogle Zoo
  Salt Lake City · Utah's Hogle Zoo · Paid class registration (see zoo webstore)
  Morning class (10–11:30 am) for ages 3–5 exploring animal behavior through play.
• Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · Homeschool Hangout – Provo Library
  Provo · Provo City Library · Free
  Themed social hour (2–3 pm) with board games, coloring, toys and books selected by librarians.
• Tue, Nov 10, 2026 – Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · Utah STEM Fest (field trips and free family night)
  Sandy · Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State St · Free
  Utah STEM Action Center festival with hands-on exhibits from 60+ STEM companies: field trips for grades 5-10 on Nov 10-11 (8:30 am-2:30 pm) and a free family night on Nov 10 (4-8 pm).
• Tue, Nov 10, 2026 · Homeschool Hangout - Grammar
  Provo · Provo Library - Story Room
  An opportunity for homeschool kids (ages 5-12) and their caregivers to socialize as they play board games, color, play with toys, or read books. Tuesday, 2:00pm - 3:00pm.
• Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · NHMU Family STEAM Explorations: Roller Coaster Design Challenge
  Salt Lake City · Natural History Museum of Utah
  Dive into the thrilling world of roller coasters as you explore the physics of speed, motion, and gravity. The session runs 5:15 to 8:15pm.
• Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · Tween Minecraft Club
  Provo · Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260
  Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome. Wednesday, 4:00pm - 5:00pm.
• Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · University of Utah: Ogden Discover the U Event
  Ogden · Event venue, 455 25th St · Free (registration required)
  University of Utah admissions event (6:30-8:30 pm) to meet current students, admissions staff, and campus partners.
• Thu, Nov 12, 2026 – Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · Utah School Counselor Association Annual Conference 2026
  Salt Lake City · Utah State Fairpark (Utah Fairgrounds), 155 N 1000 W · USCA members only; in person