Who can qualify?
FTC/FES-EO is broadly available to Florida K–12 students; PEP serves parent-directed students outside full-time public or private school; FES-UA serves students with qualifying disabilities.
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Florida · State guide · 2026–27
Can ESA cover this?
Multiple active programs; application availability differs. Every purchase is reviewed by the program. Reviewed September 22, 2026.
FES-EOFES-UAPEPPersonalized Education Program
Is it covered by Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP?
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Your state's program makes the final decision. A purchase made with your own card may not be paid back.
Step Up For Students vendors in Florida
By what your child needs. Before paying any of them, check the exact purchase above.
Tutoring · 78 listed
Bright Steps Tutoring
At Bright Steps Tutoring, we specialize in helping students with dyslexia and other reading challenges using the Orto…
LafayetteCoach Kelly LIVE
English/Grammar/Reading Foreign Language Math online Science Social Studies
CasselberryiReading TUTOR, LLC.
ACT ADHD Assessment at your own pace Autism Comprehension Dyscalculia Dysgraphia Dyslexia eighth grade ELA Emotional…
Lake WorthCarrie Riley's Learning Community
Families gain access to meaningful, faith-centered learning experiences that support students' academic, personal, so…
Therapies & services · 4 listed
Neuralign USA
Educational Therapy Neuralign 40 hr Program Price includes the complete 40-hour Neuralign program: a personalized ass…
Jennifer Howe
Jennifer Howe appears on the public CHOOSE Act Alabama provider list. Confirm its current offerings, eligible items a…
BonifayRenewal Therapy Test
Renewal Therapy Test appears on the public CHOOSE Act Alabama provider list. Confirm its current offerings, eligible…
HollywoodSG Mental Health Counseling
SG Mental Health Counseling appears on the public Education Freedom Accounts provider list. Confirm its current offer…
TallahasseeClasses, co-ops & camps · 7 listed
WonderWell Learning
Art Curriculum and Classes English/Language Arts/Grammar/Reading History, Geography and Social Studies Languages Life…
Carrie Riley's Learning Community
Families gain access to meaningful, faith-centered learning experiences that support students' academic, personal, so…
BrightBe Learning
BrightBe Learning appears on the public Education Scholarship Trust Fund provider list. Confirm its current offerings…
St. PetersburgBrightBe Learning
BrightBe Learning appears on the public Education Scholarship Trust Fund provider list. Confirm its current offerings…
St. PetersburgPrivate school or microschool · 53 listed
THE OGBURN SCHOOL, INC
THE OGBURN SCHOOL, INC appears on the public Texas Education Freedom Accounts provider list. Confirm its current offe…
Fernandina BeachCarrie Riley's Learning Community
Families gain access to meaningful, faith-centered learning experiences that support students' academic, personal, so…
American High School K12
American High School K12 appears on the public CHOOSE Act Alabama provider list. Confirm its current offerings, eligi…
PlantationAmp Music Studio | Lessons for Guitar, Piano, Voice, Bass, Ukulele
Amp Music Studio | Lessons for Guitar, Piano, Voice, Bass, Ukulele appears on the public CHOOSE Act Alabama provider…
Riviera BeachCurriculum · 45 listed
A New Page
ESA / CHOOSE Act — 1 student, 12 months One student, 12-month license, paid with ESA / CHOOSE Act funds (ClassWallet…
Write by Number
Write by Number: Student Book The Write by Number: Student Book contains all your students will need from kindergarte…
Miss Humblebee's Academy
online Kindergarten Readiness Curriculum Everything your child needs for kindergarten readiness, ages 3–6!3,000+ inte…
Boca RatonBright Steps Tutoring
At Bright Steps Tutoring, we specialize in helping students with dyslexia and other reading challenges using the Orto…
LafayetteOnline learning · 23 listed
A New Page
ESA / CHOOSE Act — 1 student, 12 months One student, 12-month license, paid with ESA / CHOOSE Act funds (ClassWallet…
MindBridge Math Mastery
Online Program 1 Session/Week: MindBridge Foundations One individualized 50-minute session per week focused on the st…
Bright Steps Tutoring
At Bright Steps Tutoring, we specialize in helping students with dyslexia and other reading challenges using the Orto…
LafayetteArt of Problem Solving (Beast Academy)
Math textbooks and online classes for middle and high school students, plus Beast Academy, an elementary math curricu…
Florida funding and program facts
Per student, 2026–27
~$7,463–$12,217, varies by scholarship/grade/county
Pays vendors through
EMA / MyScholarShop (Step Up)
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PencilGo status reviewed September 23, 2026.
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Eligibility, application, and payment details
How much is it?
Awards vary by scholarship, grade and county. Published 2026–27 FTC/FES-EO and PEP amounts are roughly $7,463–$12,217; FES-UA can be higher based on the student’s matrix.
When do I apply?
At Step Up For Students, new private-school and FES-UA applications run through November 15, 2026. PEP closed April 30 and is at capacity for new students.
What the funds may cover
- Eligible private-school tuition and fees
- PEP curriculum and instructional materials
- Tutoring, virtual courses, testing and dual enrollment
- FES-UA therapies, assistive technology and approved services
The exact item still must satisfy the program’s current rules and purchasing process.
See every category with the Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP rule, and check a specific item
Worksheets, printables and workbooks with Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP
Before you act
FES-EO, PEP and FES-UA have different rules and platforms. Use guidance for the exact scholarship named on the child’s account.
- Program administrator
- Florida-approved scholarship funding organizations
- Guide reviewed
- September 22, 2026
Verify before applying or spending
Official Florida sources
Program pages can change after this guide is reviewed. These links are the source of truth.
A safe order for families
Do not buy first and assume reimbursement later.
- 1
Confirm the child’s eligibility
Use the official program—not a vendor page—to check residency, enrollment, income or disability requirements.
- 2
Wait for the actual award
Eligibility, an application, and a funded account are three different stages.
- 3
Verify the exact expense and payment route
Provider approval does not automatically approve every product. Save invoices and required documentation.
PencilGo is free for your family
Daily sheet plans, printable worksheets and workbooks, scan checking, and parent progress reports are free. No card or ESA funds needed.
Questions Florida families ask
Answered from the official Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP sources linked above.
Who qualifies for Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP?
FTC/FES-EO is broadly available to Florida K–12 students; PEP serves parent-directed students outside full-time public or private school; FES-UA serves students with qualifying disabilities.
How much funding is available in Florida?
Awards vary by scholarship, grade and county. Published 2026–27 FTC/FES-EO and PEP amounts are roughly $7,463–$12,217; FES-UA can be higher based on the student’s matrix.
When can families apply?
At Step Up For Students, new private-school and FES-UA applications run through November 15, 2026. PEP closed April 30 and is at capacity for new students.
Where can I find ESA vendors in Florida?
Florida-approved scholarship funding organizations keeps the official list for Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP; start at Florida DOE: Family Empowerment Scholarship. PencilGo's Florida vendor directory lists vendors that report serving the program, with how to pay each one.
What can Family Empowerment Scholarships and PEP funds cover?
Eligible private-school tuition and fees; PEP curriculum and instructional materials; Tutoring, virtual courses, testing and dual enrollment; FES-UA therapies, assistive technology and approved services. FES-EO, PEP and FES-UA have different rules and platforms. Use guidance for the exact scholarship named on the child’s account.
Independent information
PencilGo is not affiliated with or endorsed by Florida, Florida-approved scholarship funding organizations, or any scholarship administrator. This page is educational information, not legal, tax, or eligibility advice. Program administrators make all final decisions.