ESA in Texas

Texas families can use ESA funds for homeschool curriculum.

Q: How much is the Texas ESA for homeschool families?

Texas's TEFA provides $2,000/year per student for homeschool families. Students attending private school receive $10,474 (85% of the statewide average per-pupil expenditure for 2026-27). Students with disabilities and income at or below 500% of the federal poverty level may qualify for up to $30,000 total per year. Note: TEFA awarded its first slots in April 2026; first disbursements are expected July 1, 2026.

Q: Can I use my Texas ESA for Wizkoo?

Wizkoo is not yet listed on Odyssey. We're working on it. Families in states that allow direct reimbursement for educational software may be able to submit a receipt for Wizkoo as an educational software subscription. Check with the Texas Comptroller before purchasing.

Your state just started funding homeschool families. Wizkoo at $499/year fits within your ESA, with room left over for books, supplies, and more.

As of April 2026

Program details

Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)

Important — Not Yet Disbursing

TEFA awarded its first slots in April 2026. No funds have been disbursed yet. First disbursements are expected July 1, 2026. Applications for the first cycle closed March 17, 2026. Over 274,000 families applied for approximately 90,000 slots. Watch educationfreedom.texas.gov for updates.

Program Name

Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)

ESA Amount (Homeschool)

$2,000/year per student

ESA Amount (Private School)

$10,474/year per student (85% of statewide average per-pupil expenditure, 2026-27)

Additional Funding (Disabilities)

Up to $30,000 total/year for students with an IEP and household income at or below 500% of the federal poverty level

Marketplace Platform

Odyssey. You browse approved vendors and purchase directly using your ESA funds through Odyssey.

Eligibility

Universal — lottery with priority tiers: Tier 1 (disability + income), Tier 2 (at or below 200% FPL), Tier 3 (201–500% FPL), Tier 4 (above 500% FPL)

Application

First cycle closed March 17, 2026. educationfreedom.texas.gov

Participating Students

274,000+ applied; ~90,000 slots estimated ($1B appropriation). 0 disbursed as of April 2026.

Program Launched

2026-27 (first disbursement July 1, 2026)

Using your Texas ESA for Wizkoo

Texas homeschool families now have ESA funding. Here's how Wizkoo fits.

Wizkoo is a personalized weekly learning platform for families with children ages 2 to 12. One theme connects every subject. Every child at the table gets a plan matched to their age and reading level.

At $50/month or $499/year, Wizkoo fits within Texas's $2,000/year homeschool ESA — leaving room for tutoring, testing fees, and other curriculum purchases.

Wizkoo is not yet listed on Odyssey. We're in the approval process and will update this page when approved.

In the meantime, families in states that allow direct reimbursement for educational software subscriptions may be able to use ESA funds for Wizkoo by submitting a receipt. Check with the Texas Comptroller's office before purchasing.

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This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. ESA program details, eligibility, and funding amounts change frequently. Always verify current information directly with your state's education department before making financial decisions. Last verified: April 2026.