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Homeschool Funding in Texas

Texas offers homeschool funding through Texas Education Freedom Account (ESA). $2,000/student.

Limited ESA/Voucher $2,000/student

Available Programs

Texas Education Freedom Account (ESA)

ESA

$2,000–$30,000

Since 2026-27

Eligibility: Eligible homeschool families; special needs up to $30,000

$1 billion funding; participation optional; no additional regulatory requirements

SB 2

Complete Texas Funding Guide

Texas Education Freedom Account (ESA)

Starting in the 2026-27 school year, the Texas Education Freedom Account (ESA) program created by Senate Bill 2 provides eligible homeschool families up to $2,000 per student per year for approved educational expenses like curriculum, tutoring, and educational materials. Students with disabilities may qualify for up to $30,000.

The program is funded with $1 billion from the state legislature. Participation is optional, and accepting ESA funds does not change your homeschool status or create additional regulatory requirements.

UIL Extracurricular Access

The UIL Equal Access law (SB 401, passed in 2025) allows homeschooled students to participate in UIL activities at their local public school, including sports, band, and other extracurriculars. School districts are automatically opted in unless they specifically choose to opt out. Students must demonstrate grade-level academic proficiency on a nationally standardized test to participate.

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

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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

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

Arkansas

Universal ESA/Voucher

$6,864/year

1 program

Louisiana

Limited ESA/Voucher

Up to $7,626

1 program

New Mexico

No State Funding

None

Oklahoma

Tax Credit

$1,000/student

1 program

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