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Scholarships for Florida families

Three ways to shape your child's education

Florida offers scholarships that help families pay for private school, specialized services, and learning at home. Alta Via is a trusted, state-approved organization that will award and manage these scholarships beginning with the 2027-28 school year. There is no fee to apply to Alta Via.

See which one fits
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Start with what your child needs

Each scholarship is designed to support student and family needs. Review the short description under each scholarship to see which option may be the best fit.

If more than one seems right — or you are not sure where to start — Alta Via will help guide you to the appropriate option.

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Private School Scholarship Grades K-12 · No income limit

"I want help paying for my child to attend a private school."

This scholarship helps pay tuition and fees at a participating Florida private school. It is funded through one of two state programs, the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC) or the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO). You do not need to choose between them. Families submit one application, and Alta Via will determine the applicable scholarship program and funding source based on eligibility, priority status, program rules, and available funding.

Who it is for
Florida students who can enroll in kindergarten through grade 12 and plan to attend a participating private school.
What it pays for
Tuition and fees at the school. Payments go to the school on your behalf.
How much
The state sets the amount each year by your child's grade and county. For 2026-27, awards ranged from about $7,500 to $12,200 a year. Actual 2027-28 award amounts will be updated when released by the state and may vary by grade level, county, and program.
Who is eligible
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Unique Abilities Scholarship Age 3 through grade 12

"My child has a diagnosis or an IEP and needs learning built around them."

The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA) gives your child a flexible education account. You choose how to use it, from private school tuition to therapies, tutoring and learning materials, and we approve and pay for each eligible expense.

Who it is for
Florida children from age 3 until they graduate from high school or turn 22, whichever comes first, with a qualifying condition documented by an IEP or a diagnosis from a licensed physician or psychologist.
What it pays for
Private school tuition and fees; therapies such as speech, occupational, physical and behavioral therapy; part-time tutoring; curriculum and instructional materials; approved technology; testing fees; and some college and career programs.
How much
The amount depends on your child's grade, county and level of need. For 2026-27, most awards ranged from about $9,600 to $14,400 a year, and students with the greatest needs received up to about $39,000. Actual 2027-28 award amounts will be updated when released by the state and may vary by grade level, county, and program.
Who is eligible
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Personalized Education Program Home education · Grades K-12

"I want to direct my child's learning at home, my way."

The Personalized Education Program (PEP) is part of the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship. It gives families who educate at home a flexible account for approved learning expenses. You write a simple learning plan each year, your child takes one approved test each year, and you choose the curriculum, classes and tutors that fit.

Who it is for
Florida students who can enroll in kindergarten through grade 12 and are not enrolled full time in a public or private school.
What it pays for
Curriculum and instructional materials; part-time tutoring; online courses; part-time classes at a private school or through your school district; testing; and guidance from a Choice Navigator.
How much
The same amounts as the Private School Scholarship, set by the state by grade and county.
Who is eligible

Compare the scholarships

There is no fee to apply to Alta Via, and every scholarship is renewed each year.

Private School

Best for
Families choosing a private school
Ages and grades
K-12
Income limit
None; lower incomes get priority
How funds are used
Paid to the school
What you do each year
Renew
2026-27 award range
About $7,500 to $12,200

Unique Abilities

Best for
Students with a qualifying diagnosis or IEP
Ages and grades
Age 3 until high school graduation or age 22
Income limit
None
How funds are used
Flexible account you direct
What you do each year
Renew
2026-27 award range
About $9,600 to $14,400; up to about $39,000 for the greatest needs

Personalized Education

Best for
Families educating at home
Ages and grades
K-12
Income limit
None; lower incomes get priority
How funds are used
Flexible account you direct
What you do each year
Renew, update the learning plan, take one approved test
2026-27 award range
About $7,500 to $12,200

Award ranges shown are for 2026-27. Actual 2027-28 award amounts will be updated when released by the state and may vary by grade level, county, and program. Program rules are set by Florida law and the Florida Department of Education and can change each year.

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Still not sure?

Tell us a little about your child and we will point you to the right scholarship. Write to us at Info@altaviafoundation.org.

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Applications open February 1, 2027. We will email you the day they do.

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