Homeschool Funding in Wyoming
Wyoming offers homeschool funding through Steamboat Legacy Scholarship ESA. $7,000/year (blocked) per year.
Available Programs
Steamboat Legacy Scholarship ESA
ESA$7k+/year
Eligibility: Universal PreK-12 if/when operational
Currently blocked by court injunction (Oct 2025); program passed but not active
Complete Wyoming Funding Guide
Steamboat Legacy Scholarship (Education Savings Account)
Wyoming passed the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship Act, creating a universal ESA program providing $7,000 per student annually for eligible PreK-12 students. The program is designed to cover a wide range of educational expenses:
- Private school tuition
- Curriculum and educational materials, including online programs
- Technology (computers, educational software)
- Tutoring and college courses
- Technical school tuition
Important legal note: Following the Wyoming Supreme Court's denial of a request to stay an injunction on October 7, 2025, the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship program is currently blocked by court order. The Wyoming Department of Education is continuing legal efforts to challenge this ruling. Check edu.wyoming.gov for the latest status before applying.
529 Education Savings Plans
As of 2026, federal law allows up to $20,000 in annual withdrawals from 529 accounts for qualified K-12 education expenses, including curriculum materials and tutoring services. This expanded benefit is available regardless of the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship's legal status.
Federal Tax Credit Scholarship Program
Effective January 1, 2027, a new federal program will allow individuals to receive up to $1,700 in tax credits for donations to qualified scholarship-granting organizations. If Wyoming opts in, these SGOs could provide scholarships for homeschool expenses.
Coverdell Education Savings Accounts
Federal Coverdell ESAs allow tax-free contributions of up to $2,000 per year per child for qualified education expenses, including homeschool curriculum and supplies.
Federal Programs (All States)
529 Education Savings Plan
$20,000/year (K-12 distributions)Tax-advantaged savings accounts that can be used for K-12 tuition and homeschool expenses including curriculum, tutoring, and educational supplies.
Coverdell Education Savings Account
$2,000/year contribution limitTax-free savings for qualified education expenses including books, supplies, equipment, and tutoring for K-12 students.
Education Freedom Tax Credit
Up to $1,700/individualFederal tax credit for donations to scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs) that fund K-12 education including homeschool.
Disclaimer: Funding programs change frequently. Amounts, eligibility, and availability shown here are based on our latest research (2026-02). Always verify current details directly with the program administrator before applying.