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State Funding - Arizona

Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)

Arizona offers the nation's first universal education savings account program, which may offset tuition for our accredited homeschool programs. Our state-funding guide walks you through eligibility, amounts, application steps, and program matching.

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ESA Universal

For all Arizona K–12 students who are residents of the state. No income limits and no prior public school enrollment required. Average awards range from $7,000 to $10,000 per school year, deposited quarterly into a family-controlled ClassWallet account.

  • Arizona residency required
  • Universal eligibility — no income limits
  • Application administered via the Arizona Department of Education
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ESA Disability Funding

  • Arizona's ESA program provides expanded funding for students with a documented disability — supporting specialized instruction, therapies, and assistive technology in addition to standard educational expenses. Funding amounts vary by disability category.
  • Arizona residency required
  • Current IEP, MET evaluation, or 504 plan required (from an AZ public school)
  • Enhanced funding for therapies and specialized support
  • Application administered via the Arizona Department of Education
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How Bridgeway Works With Your Funding

All Bridgeway programs are Cognia/WASC accredited. Our Arizona Admissions Counselors help you match your scholarship award to the right program — and support you through the application process.


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Arizona Funding & Program Matching Guide

Check out our step-by-step guide to find Bridgeway in the EMA Marketplace, with guidance on how to access your funds through reservation or reimbursement, frequently asked questions, and helpful resources.



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