Who can qualify?
The ESA serves Mississippi students with a qualifying public-school IEP and acceptance at an eligible private school. Separate programs serve eligible students with dyslexia or speech-language impairment.
Mississippi · 2026–27 parent guide
Mississippi ESA (Education Scholarship Account)
Eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, eligible expenses, and official links—without vendor jargon.
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We have no confirmed PencilGo provider approval or purchase route for this program.
PencilGo status reviewed September 23, 2026.
See all Mississippi vendors you can pay with Education Scholarship AccountProvider participation does not approve every product. Confirm the exact offering and payment process before purchasing. Direct card purchases may not be reimbursed.
How much is it?
ESA is a quarterly reimbursement program. MDE’s latest public FAQ shows a 2025–26 maximum of $8,007; the current page does not state a definitive 2026–27 maximum.
When do I apply?
The 2026–27 ESA form is posted and applications are accepted during the school year. Awards are first-come, first-served until funds run out, then eligible applicants are waitlisted.
What the funds may cover
- Eligible-school tuition and academic fees
- Textbooks, curriculum and limited supplies
- Certified tutoring and licensed therapies
- Testing and dual-enrollment costs
The exact item still must satisfy the program’s current rules and purchasing process.
See every category with the Education Scholarship Account rule, and check a specific item
Before you act
A student cannot receive these three disability scholarships simultaneously. Confirm the current award directly with MDE before changing enrollment.
- Program administrator
- Mississippi Department of Education
- Guide reviewed
- September 22, 2026
Verify before applying or spending
Official Mississippi 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.
For parents and guardians
Hear when PencilGo opens for ESA purchases in Mississippi.
Get availability news and the confirmed purchase steps. Joining this list is free and does not place an order.
Questions Mississippi families ask
Answered from the official Education Scholarship Account sources linked above.
Who qualifies for Education Scholarship Account?
The ESA serves Mississippi students with a qualifying public-school IEP and acceptance at an eligible private school. Separate programs serve eligible students with dyslexia or speech-language impairment.
How much funding is available in Mississippi?
ESA is a quarterly reimbursement program. MDE’s latest public FAQ shows a 2025–26 maximum of $8,007; the current page does not state a definitive 2026–27 maximum.
When can families apply?
The 2026–27 ESA form is posted and applications are accepted during the school year. Awards are first-come, first-served until funds run out, then eligible applicants are waitlisted.
Where can I find ESA vendors in Mississippi?
Mississippi Department of Education keeps the official list for Education Scholarship Account; start at Mississippi DOE: ESA. PencilGo's Mississippi vendor directory lists vendors that report serving the program, with how to pay each one.
What can Education Scholarship Account funds cover?
Eligible-school tuition and academic fees; Textbooks, curriculum and limited supplies; Certified tutoring and licensed therapies; Testing and dual-enrollment costs. A student cannot receive these three disability scholarships simultaneously. Confirm the current award directly with MDE before changing enrollment.
Independent information
PencilGo is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mississippi, Mississippi Department of Education, or any scholarship administrator. This page is educational information, not legal, tax, or eligibility advice. Program administrators make all final decisions.
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