Personalized Education Program (PEP) – Florida Education Savings Account

An education savings account, averaging about $8,000 per student per year, for families who direct their child’s education outside full-time public or private school (for example, homeschool-style learning).

Application Deadline

2026-27 applications listed as open – check Step Up’s page for the current window

Provided by
Step Up For Students
Coverage
Florida
Cost to apply
No application fee
Last verified
Oct 2026
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Eligibility Criteria

Florida K–12 students not enrolled full time in a public or private school, in parent-directed education. No household income limit is stated.

How to Get Started

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Apply online through Step Up For Students and check the current application window on its scholarships page. Questions: 1-877-735-7837.

Information Needed

  • Your child’s information and proof of Florida residency
  • Step Up lists the documents during the application.

Helpful Tips

  • For parent-directed learning, not full-time school enrollment