Eligibility
All Arizona K-12 students, plus pre-K students with a documented qualifying disability. No income requirement.
Arizona ESA · 2026-27
Turn your Arizona ESA into real tutoring hours and classes kids look forward to.
Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account puts your child's education dollars in your hands. EduQuencher helps you spend them well, with 1:1 tutoring in core subjects and enrichment that keeps learning joyful.
- Tutoring is an ESA-approved expense.
- We issue ClassWallet-ready invoices for every session.
Arizona's ESA at a glance
Launched in 2011 for students with disabilities and opened to all K-12 students in 2022, Arizona’s ESA is one of the most established and flexible education savings account programs in the country. Here are the essentials for the 2026-27 school year.
Funding
About $7,000/year for general-education students, and roughly $10,000-$40,000+ for students with an IEP or 504 plan.
Administration
Run by the Arizona Department of Education. Funds are deposited quarterly into a ClassWallet account.
Approved uses
Tutoring, online classes, curriculum, private school tuition, educational therapies, testing fees, and technology.
Key restriction: students receiving ESA funds cannot enroll in public or charter schools, including part-time, and cannot simultaneously accept a scholarship from an Arizona School Tuition Organization.
Our core service
Tutoring that moves the needle
Most families start with tutoring, and for good reason: it's the fastest way to translate ESA dollars into measurable progress. We match your child with a vetted tutor, set goals in the first session, and send you a short progress note every month.
1:1 academic tutoring
Math, reading, writing, science, and study skills with a consistent tutor who builds a plan around your child’s goals and pace.
Targeted intervention support
Reading fluency, dyslexia-aware literacy coaching, and executive-function support for learners with an IEP or 504 plan.
Test prep & advanced work
SAT, ACT, AP, and honors-level coaching, plus acceleration for gifted learners who need more challenge than grade level.
Homeschool teaching partner
Weekly core-subject instruction, progress reporting, and portfolio-friendly records for families teaching at home.
- Live online or in-person across Arizona
- Weekly, twice-weekly, or intensive schedules
- Itemized invoices formatted for ClassWallet
Beyond the core
Enrichment worth funding
Once core academics are covered, enrichment is where ESA funds really shine. Small-group classes give your child a cohort, a challenge, and something to be excited about each week.
STEM & coding
Robotics, Python, game design, and hands-on science labs that turn curiosity into projects.
Writing & debate
Creative writing workshops, essay labs, public speaking, and small-group debate clubs.
Arts & music
Illustration, animation, theater, and instrument coaching taught by working artists.
Life & world skills
Financial literacy, world languages, entrepreneurship, and social-confidence groups.
How much funding will you receive?
ESA awards are tied to the state’s per-pupil funding formula and vary by grade level, disability classification, and district of residence. Funds arrive quarterly in ClassWallet, and unused dollars roll over while your student stays enrolled.
General-education students
≈ $7,000 / yearStudents with an IEP or 504 plan
≈ $10,000 - $40,000+Gifted students
Slightly above the base amountDeposits
Quarterly, via ClassWalletAmounts are estimates for 2026-27. Confirm your award with the Arizona Department of Education ESA team.
How to Apply
From application to first session
Confirm eligibility
Any Arizona K-12 resident qualifies. Students receiving ESA funds must withdraw from public and charter schools, including part-time enrollment.
Apply through the ADE portal
Submit the application at esaportal.azed.gov with proof of Arizona residency, your child’s birth certificate, and IEP or 504 documentation if applicable.
Sign the contract & wait for review
Processing typically takes about 4-6 weeks. Once approved, you’ll sign the ESA contract with the Arizona Department of Education.
Set up ClassWallet
Your quarterly award is deposited into ClassWallet, the platform used for direct purchases, vendor payments, and reimbursements.
Book EduQuencher tutoring & enrichment
Choose your tutoring schedule and enrichment classes, then pay with ESA funds. We provide itemized invoices and attendance records for your files.
Frequently asked questions
Arizona students with eligible Empowerment Scholarship Account funding may use approved ESA funds for qualifying educational expenses. Eligibility, funding, and approved expenses are determined by the Arizona Department of Education. EduQuencher is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Arizona Department of Education or the State of Arizona.