Homeschool Funding in Arkansas
Arkansas offers homeschool funding through Education Freedom Account (EFA). $6,864/year.
Available Programs
Education Freedom Account (EFA)
ESA$6,864–$7,627
Since 2023-24
Eligibility: All K-12 students, no income limits
Universal; special needs students receive $7,627; via ClassWallet
Complete Arkansas Funding Guide
Education Freedom Account (EFA) -- LEARNS Act
The Arkansas LEARNS Act, passed in 2023, established the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program -- one of the most significant school choice programs in the state's history. Here is what homeschool families need to know:
- Amount: Each student receives $6,864 per year for the 2025-2026 school year, disbursed quarterly at $1,716 per quarter through ClassWallet.
- Enhanced Funding: Students in foster care, children of active-duty or reserve military members, and students with disabilities qualify for $7,627 per year ($1,906.75 per quarter) through the Succeed program.
- Eligibility: All families are eligible -- there are no income limits. Both new and returning families must create an account and submit an application at arkansasefa.com.
- Application Deadline: Applications for the 2025-2026 school year closed August 15, 2025.
- Requirements: You must still file your annual Notice of Intent to Homeschool, and EFA students are required to take a national, norm-referenced test each year.
- Eligible Expenses: Curriculum materials, textbooks, educational supplies, tutoring, online courses, and other approved educational expenses.
529 Plan Withdrawals
Federal law now allows up to $20,000 per year (starting in 2026) in tax-free withdrawals from 529 education savings accounts for qualified K-12 expenses. Arkansas offers its own 529 plan (GIFT Plan) with state income tax deductions for contributions.
Federal Coverdell ESA
Families can contribute up to $2,000 per year per child to a federal Coverdell Education Savings Account. Funds grow tax-free and can cover K-12 educational expenses including curriculum and supplies.
Federal Programs (All States)
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 in tax-free K-12 withdrawals from your own savings
Eligibility: All families in all states
Learn moreCoverdell 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
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.
Nearby States
Louisiana
Up to $7,626
1 program
Mississippi
~$7,829 (special needs)
1 program
Missouri
Varies (tax-credit funded)
1 program
Oklahoma
$1,000/student
1 program
Tennessee
None
Texas
$2,000/student
1 program
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