Our rankings identify the leading Education Savings Account programs based on parent-centric factors like eligibility, funding, and flexibility.
To determine the best ESA programs, we use a scoring system that prioritizes features most beneficial to families. Our methodology focuses on three core areas:
Universal programs receive the highest scores as they provide access to all students.
Higher average award amounts provide families with more educational options.
Programs with a wider range of allowable expenses offer greater customization.
Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA)
Eligibility
Universal
Avg. Funding
$10,349
Flexibility
9 categories
Education Freedom Scholarship Act (+ IEA Program, ESA Pilot Program)
Eligibility
Universal
Avg. Funding
$8,500
Flexibility
10 categories
Family Empowerment Scholarship Programs (FES-EO, FES-UA)
Eligibility
Universal
Avg. Funding
$8,000
Flexibility
14 categories
Students First Education Savings Account Program
Eligibility
Universal
Avg. Funding
$7,826
Flexibility
6 categories
Louisiana Giving All True Opportunity to Rise (LA GATOR) Scholarship
Eligibility
Universal (Phased)
Avg. Funding
$9,533
Flexibility
9 categories