Utah

Active Programs

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ESA Program
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Max Award Amount
$8,500
Per student annually
Active Programs
1
Available to families

Utah Fits All Scholarship Program

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ESA
Program Started
2023
2 years active

πŸ’° Award Amounts & Funding

Standard Award Range

$4,000 - $8,000
Per student annually
Calculation: Private school students: $8,000. Home-based ages 5-12: $4,000. Home-based ages 13-18: $6,000
Disbursement Schedule
Managed through Odyssey platform with approved vendor payments
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πŸ“ How to Apply

Application Opens
Early year (typically January-February)
Application Closes
May 1 annual deadline
Processing Time
Varies; notifications typically sent by summer for upcoming school year
Step-by-Step Application Guide

1. Verify Utah residency and K-12 eligibility. 2. Access application portal at ufascholarship.com. 3. Create parent account. 4. Complete student application. 5. Submit by May 1 deadline. 6. Await approval notification. 7. Select approved vendors.

Required Documents

Proof of Utah residency, student birth certificate or age verification, proof of eligibility to enroll in Utah public school

πŸ›’ What You Can Buy with ESA Funds

Private school tuition and fees, curriculum and instructional materials for subjects with state core standards, educational materials and equipment, tutoring services, online courses, arts and music education. Extracurricular activities capped at 20% of scholarship. Physical education expenses capped at additional 20%

Private School Tuition
Homeschool Expenses
Tutoring Services
Curriculum Materials
Technology & Software
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Approved Vendor Marketplace
Browse hundreds of pre-approved education service providers
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πŸ“Š Academic Requirements

Testing & Assessments

Parents may request testing through program manager

Mandate: Parents may request testing through the program manager
Attendance Requirements

Must participate in approved educational program

Academic Progress Standards

Progress monitoring as required by state

Reporting Requirements

Purchases through approved vendors tracked via Odyssey platform

Renewal Process

Annual renewal application required by May 1. Returning students receive priority

πŸ“ž Contact & Resources

Get Help

Office Address
Utah State Board of Education, 250 East 500 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Office Hours
Monday-Friday business hours

Helpful Resources

Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
Odyssey help center, email and phone support, online FAQ, parent handbook, vendor marketplace
Recent Legislative Update
HB 455 (March 2025) reduced homeschool amounts, added 20% caps on extracurricular and PE expenses