Education Freedom Account Program
The New Hampshire Education Freedom Account (EFA) provides state grants to families for customized education including private school tuition, homeschooling, tutoring, online learning, and educational materials. Administered by Children's Scholarship Fund NH. Universal eligibility as of 2025-2026.
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📝 How to Apply
1. Visit nh.scholarshipfund.org/apply/ to access application portal. 2. Gather required documents: NH state ID or driver license, proof of residency (utility bill, lease, mortgage), student birth certificate. 3. Complete online application (separate portals for new vs. returning families). 4. Upload all required documents in PDF format. 5. Submit by July 15 for full funding. 6. Wait 4-6 weeks for processing. 7. If approved, sign EFA Agreement. 8. Receive ClassWallet account access for purchasing.
Proof of New Hampshire residency (state ID, utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement), Student birth certificate, Previous year Record of Educational Attainment (for returning students: test results, teacher evaluation letter, or report card)
🛒 What You Can Buy with ESA Funds
Private school tuition and fees, Online learning programs, Tutoring services, Educational therapies, Curriculum and textbooks, Educational software and applications, Educational supplies, Technology (computers permitted once every 3 years), Classes and workshops, Educational subscriptions, Testing fees, Educational materials for homeschooling
📊 Academic Requirements
Choose one of three options annually: 1) Nationally-standardized norm-referenced achievement test, 2) New Hampshire statewide student assessment (RSA 193-C:6), 3) Portfolio evaluation by certified teacher including reading log, writing samples, worksheets, and creative materials
Cannot attend district public school or charter school full-time while receiving EFA
Annual Record of Educational Attainment required for renewal
Submit Record of Educational Attainment by end of each school year for renewal eligibility. Portfolio option requires evaluation by certified teacher selected by parent.
Automatic consideration for renewal if Record of Educational Attainment submitted and student remains eligible (NH resident, age 5-20, not attending public/charter school full-time)
