💡 How ESA Funding Works with ReAid

Education Savings Accounts put public education dollars directly in your hands. You choose how to spend them on approved services — including reading assessments, specialist tutoring, and intervention programs. ReAid's services qualify as approved ESA expenses in all participating states.

2026–2027 Application Deadlines

Sorted by urgency. States with the nearest deadlines appear first. Click any state for details.

🌲 North Carolina

ESA+ & Opportunity Scholarship
⏰ Closing Soon
Opens
Open Now
Deadline
March 2, 2026
Award
Varies by program
ℹ️ Universal eligibility — all K-12 students can apply. Covers tutoring, curricula, and educational therapies.

🎸 Tennessee

Education Savings Account
⚡ Closing Soon
Opens
Feb 3, 2026
Deadline
March 16, 2026
Award
~$7,000
ℹ️ Limited to certain districts (Nashville, Memphis, Chattanooga, Knox County). Covers tutoring, therapies, and materials.

Texas

Education Freedom Accounts
⚡ Closing Soon
Opens
Feb 4, 2026
Deadline
March 17, 2026
Award
~$10,500
ℹ️ Brand new program — first year. Priority for students with disabilities and military families. Covers tutoring and educational services.

🌴 Florida

FES (UA, EO, FTC) via Step Up For Students
✓ Open Now
Opens
Open Now
Deadline
April 30, 2026
Award
$7,000–$8,000+
ℹ️ Multiple scholarship tracks available. Universal access for most families. Largest school choice program in the US.

⛰️ Utah

Fits All Scholarship
✓ Open Now
Opens
Mar 1 (renewals) / Apr 1 (new)
Deadline
May 1, 2026
Award
Up to $8,000
ℹ️ Up to $8,000 per student. Covers tutoring, educational therapies, curricula, and testing fees.

🏔️ West Virginia

Hope Scholarship
✓ Open Now
Opens
March 2, 2026
Deadline
June 15, 2026
Award
~$5,267
ℹ️ ~$5,267 annual award. Covers tutoring, educational services, therapies, and curricula for K-12 students.

🍂 New Hampshire

Education Freedom Accounts
✓ Open
Opens
~March 1, 2026
Full Funding By
July 15, 2026
Award
~$5,000–$6,000
ℹ️ Year-round applications accepted, but apply by July 15 for full funding. Income threshold for initial eligibility, then universal renewal.

🌵 Arizona

Empowerment Scholarship Account
🔄 Rolling
Opens
Year-Round
Deadline
No hard deadline
Award
~$7,000–$8,000
ℹ️ Apply anytime — no deadlines or waitlists. Universal eligibility. Higher awards for special needs students. Pioneer ESA program (since 2011).

💎 Arkansas

Education Freedom Accounts
🔄 Rolling
Opens
Year-Round
Deadline
Rolling admissions
Award
~$6,600
ℹ️ Universal eligibility as of 2025-26 school year. Rolling applications accepted. Covers tutoring, educational therapies, and curricula.

🏁 Indiana

Choice Scholarship (ESA)
📋 Coming Soon
Opens
TBD
Deadline
TBD
Award
TBD
ℹ️ Indiana is transitioning its school choice programs. Details for the 2026-27 ESA program are expected soon. Check back for updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Education Savings Account (ESA)?
An Education Savings Account is a state-funded program that deposits public education dollars into a parent-controlled account. You can use these funds for approved educational expenses including tutoring, reading intervention, educational therapies, curricula, testing fees, and more. Award amounts typically range from $5,000 to $8,000+ per student per year, depending on your state.
Can I use ESA funds for reading tutoring and intervention?
Yes! Reading tutoring and intervention services are approved expenses in virtually all ESA programs. This includes one-on-one tutoring with certified reading specialists, Orton-Gillingham instruction, reading assessments, educational materials, and related therapies. ReAid's complete assessment ($499), specialist sessions ($150/hr), and advocacy services ($100/hr) all qualify as approved ESA expenses.
What if I miss my state's application deadline?
If you miss a deadline, don't panic. Some states accept late applications or maintain waitlists. States like Arizona and Arkansas accept applications year-round with no deadlines. For states with fixed application windows, they typically reopen in early spring for the following school year. You can also check if your state has other scholarship or voucher programs with different timelines. Contact us and we'll help you explore your options.
Does my child need a diagnosis to qualify for ESA funds?
In most states, no diagnosis is required. Many ESA programs now offer universal eligibility — any school-age child can qualify regardless of learning differences. Some states may have income requirements or limit enrollment to specific districts. Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, North Carolina, and West Virginia all have universal or near-universal eligibility. Check the specific requirements for your state above.