Homeschool Funding by State
Find out if your state pays for homeschooling. Compare ESA programs, vouchers, and tax credits across all 50 states.
25
States with Funding
6
Universal ESA
10
Limited ESA
7
Tax Credit
All States
Arizona
$7,000-$8,000/year
1 program
Arkansas
$6,864/year
1 program
Florida
$8,000+/year
1 program
Iowa
$7,988/year
2 programs
Utah
$4,000-$6,000/year
1 program
West Virginia
$5,267/year
1 program
Alabama
$2,000/student
1 program
Indiana
Up to $20,000 (disabilities)
1 program
Louisiana
Up to $7,626
1 program
Mississippi
~$7,829 (special needs)
1 program
Missouri
Varies (tax-credit funded)
1 program
Montana
$5,500-$8,000 (special needs)
2 programs
New Hampshire
~$4,266/year
1 program
North Carolina
$9,000-$17,000 (disabilities)
1 program
South Carolina
Up to $11,000 (special needs)
1 program
Texas
$2,000/student
1 program
Idaho
$5,000 ($7,500 special needs)
1 program
Illinois
Up to $750
1 program
Maine
$1,000-$2,500/child
2 programs
Minnesota
$1,000-$2,500/child
2 programs
Ohio
$250/dependent
1 program
Oklahoma
$1,000/student
1 program
Virginia
Up to $5,000 ($7,500 low-income)
1 program
Alaska
Up to $2,700/student
1 program
California
$2,500-$4,500 (charter only)
1 program
Wyoming
$7,000/year (blocked)
1 program
Colorado
None
Connecticut
None
Delaware
None
Georgia
None
Hawaii
None
Kansas
None
Kentucky
None
Maryland
None
Massachusetts
None
Michigan
None
Nebraska
None
1 program
Nevada
None
New Jersey
None
New Mexico
None
New York
None
North Dakota
None
Oregon
None
Pennsylvania
None
Rhode Island
None
South Dakota
None
Tennessee
None
Vermont
None
Washington
None
Washington DC
None
Wisconsin
None
Federal Programs (All States)
These programs are available to homeschool families in every state.
529 Education Savings Plan
Tax-advantaged savings accounts that can be used for K-12 tuition and homeschool expenses including curriculum, tutoring, and educational supplies.
- Maximum Amount
- $20,000/year (K-12 distributions)
- Eligibility
- All families in all states
Coverdell Education Savings Account
Tax-free savings for qualified education expenses including books, supplies, equipment, and tutoring for K-12 students.
- Maximum Amount
- $2,000/year contribution limit
- Eligibility
- Income under $110,000 (single) or $220,000 (joint)
Education Freedom Tax Credit
Federal tax credit for donations to scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs) that fund K-12 education including homeschool.
- Maximum Amount
- Up to $1,700/individual
- Eligibility
- States must opt in; funds distributed via SGOs
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states pay for homeschooling?
As of 2026, 25 states offer some form of homeschool funding. Six states (Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Iowa, Utah, and West Virginia) offer universal ESA programs open to all families. Ten more states offer limited ESA/voucher programs, and seven provide tax credits.
What is an Education Savings Account (ESA)?
An ESA is a government-funded account that parents can use for approved education expenses including curriculum, tutoring, therapy, testing, technology, and sometimes 529 college savings contributions. Amounts range from $2,000 to $17,000+ per year depending on the state.
How much money can I get for homeschooling?
It depends on your state. Universal ESA programs range from $4,000/year (Utah) to $8,000+/year (Florida). Special needs students often qualify for more — up to $30,000/year in Texas. Seven states offer tax credits from $250 to $7,500. All families can use federal 529 plans for up to $20,000/year in K-12 expenses.
Do all families qualify for homeschool funding?
Not necessarily. Universal ESA states (like Florida, Arizona, and Arkansas) have no income limits. Other states restrict eligibility to special needs students, military families, or lower-income households. Tax credits are generally available to all taxpayers. Federal programs like 529 plans and Coverdell ESAs are available nationwide.