2024 Best U.S. State for Homeschool Funding

The best 3 are Florida, Arizona, and Utah. 

Their support is so extraordinary, it practically puts other states to shame.

Let’s be real. Homeschooling can get expensive. 

A single online class might set you back $400. My daughter’s sports team? That’s another $300 per month. The  families often give up one income to make homeschooling work.

That’s why every bit of government funding is a huge help.

In this post, I’ll break down the support available to homeschool families by state and how much you can expect to get in the 2024-2025 school year. There are about 20 states that have programs to help homeschool families.

Top 3 States Offering the Best Funding for Homeschoolers

How can I make homeschooling easier? I've always wondered about this.

The funding in California, where I live, is okay, but it’s not the best. So, if you're a homeschooler thinking about moving, here are some top states to consider.

1. Florida is amazing for homeschoolers! They offer scholarships for up to 60,000 students for 2024 - 2025, and the amount can be about $8,000, guess what? You can even use some of the money for Disney World trips! No wonder both I and my kids are dreaming about moving to Sunshine State.

2. Arizona is a fantastic option too. They offer around $7,000 for students in grades 1–12 and $4,000 for kindergarteners. The best part? There's no income limit to qualify for this award, which makes Arizona really stand out for homeschool families.

3. Utah is launching its scholarship program in 2024, offering $8,000 to 10,000 students. Because spots are limited, I’ve ranked i 3rd, but the amount of funding is seriously tempting. I can't help but daydream about all the things I could do with that extra support for homeschooling.

4. Arkansas & Georgia (Tie) didn’t make the top 3, but they’re still solid options! Both states offer scholarships of $6,500 or more, making them great choices for homeschool families looking for extra support.

The Rise of School Choice: Big Government Funding Boost for Homeschoolers

So, how come homeschoolers are getting big money these days? It's all thanks to the school choice movement.

School choice lets families pick the best education for their kids, including homeschooling. The government often helps out with things like vouchers or tax credits. In many cases, the support can be pretty big—  $8,000 or up.

The school choice movement is picking up speed, and it’s great news for homeschoolers!

When we started homeschooling, the costs were a bit overwhelming, from buying computer  to enrolling in programs.  But now, with programs offering real financial support, homeschooling is becoming a lot more affordable for families like ours. While only a handful of states have passed school choice legislation since 2022, many states, like Texas, California, Colorado are discussing it. I’m keeping my fingers crossed!

I'll list all the state programs that provide homeschool funding.

20 states that provide funding to homeschool families

Alaska

For the 2024/25 school year, IDEA’s Alaska homeschool allotment is offering $2,700 per student (K-12) for homeschooling. Plus, families enrolled with IDEA get access to a wide range of fun enrichment activities and helpful services.

Arizona

Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) program helps cover educational costs like private school, homeschooling, online learning, and tutoring. Most students get between $6,000 and $9,000 for grades 1-12, and $4,000 to $5,000 for kindergarten. For students with disabilities, the scholarship amount depends on their needs and can range from $6,000 up to $38,000.

Arkansas

The Education Freedom Account program helps parents get the money they need to support their child’s education, whether they’re in private school or homeschooling. For the 2024-25 school year, each family gets around $6,856 to help out.

California

In California, homeschool families who join virtual charter schools usually receive between $3,000 and $4,000 in funding. There are many virtual charter schools like Excel Academy, The Learning Choice Academy, and iLead.

Unfortunately, the state didn’t approve a plan in 2023 that would have provided $15,000 per student. Ouch, that stings.

Georgia

Georgia's Promise Scholarship is the state's newest program to help parents choose the best education for their kids. It offers $6,500 per student each school year to families who qualify. To be eligible, kids must be attending a public school that the Georgia Department of Education rates as low-performing. Plus, they need to be currently enrolled and have stayed in a Georgia public school for at least two consecutive terms, except of kindergarten.

Indiana

• Braintree Academy - Supplemental learning credits (points), equivalent of $1700 to be spent on approved educational resources.

• Private School/Homeschool Deduction - You could get a deduction for education costs for each child who is in private school or homeschooled. If you have these expenses, you might qualify for a $1,000 deduction for each child.

North Dakota

Braintree Academy - Supplemental learning credits (points), equivalent of $1700 to be spent on approved educational resources.

North Carolina

North Carolina's ESA+ program helps students with disabilities. Most students can get $9,000 a year, but those with certain disabilities might be able to receive up to $17,000 annually.

Montana

The Education Savings Account is a program that reimburses parents for expenses when their child has a disability. The amount is $500 - $800.

Tennessee

The Tennessee Education Savings Account Program offers different amounts based on the school district. For the 2023-2024 school year, students in Memphis-Shelby County and Metro Nashville get $9,069.80, while those in Hamilton County get $8,943.67. To be eligible, families need to earn less than about $78,000, which is 200 percent of the federal free lunch program limit.

Oklahoma

• braintree4me.com - $1700 supplemental learning fund

• Homeschool Tax Credit - in tax year 2024, a refundable income tax credit of up to $1,000 per student is allowed

Wyoming

braintree4me.com - $1700 supplemental learning fund

Utah

The Utah Fits All Scholarship Program offers $8,000 to 10,000 K-12 students in Utah through an education savings account. These funds can be used for various educational expenses, such as private school tuition, tutoring, testing fees, materials, curriculum costs, and other services.

OpenEd

Florida

Homeschool student can participate in Florida Tax Credit Scholarship as personalized education program (PEP) student. PEPs let students pick from different educational options that match their learning styles and interests.

For the 2023-24 school year, the average award amount is as follows:

• Grades KG – 4 – $8394

• Grades 5 – 8 – $7756

• Grades 9 – 12 – $7693

The program can serve up to 60,000 students in the 2024-25 school year and may grow by 40,000 students annually. The best part is that you can use it for Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, and more!

West Virginia

The scholarship amount for the 2024-25 school year will be $4,921.39. This program is not very popular because students must enroll in a West Virginia public school and attend full-time for at least 45 days to qualify.

Oregon

In Oregon, homeschool families who join charter schools can receive funding through the school.

• Oregon Family School Each high school student receives an allotment fund of $1500 per year Each K-8 student receives an allotment fund of $800 per year

• OpenEd

Louisiana

The homeschool expense deductions are deductions from Louisiana taxable income up to $6000 for tax year 2024

New Hampshire

In 2024, New Hampshire's Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs) are expected to offer about $5,255 per student. A proposal to raise the income limit for these accounts didn't pass in June 2024. To qualify, your family's income needs to be at or below 350% of the federal poverty level( $105,000 for family of 4).

Maine

Maine Children Scholarship provides financial support to low-income Maine families for their child's education includingr homeschool. The fund covers up to 75% of the tuition cost, with a maximum of $1,400. To qualify, families must meet the income guidelines for the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch program

Missouri

Individuals can be awarded MOScholars tax credits. In 2024, students can get scholarship funding of up to $6,375. To qualify, the household's total annual income must be at or below 100% of the income standard. ($30,000 for family of 4)

Virginia

K-12 Learning Acceleration Grants : Parents can apply for either a $1,500 K-12 grant or a $3,000 K-12 grant if they meet the income qualifications. Each school-age child in Virginia can receive one grant. To be eligible, families need to have an income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level. ( $90,000 for family of 4)