Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES-EO) – Florida Private School Scholarship

A Florida scholarship, averaging about $8,000 per student per year, that helps families pay private school tuition and related costs. Managed by Step Up For Students.

Application Deadline

2026-27 applications are open – apply early, as the closing date is not posted

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 residents eligible to enroll in grades K–12 at a Florida public school. No household income limit is stated.

How to Get Started

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Apply online through Step Up For Students (one application covers FES-EO and the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship). Questions: 1-877-735-7837.

Information Needed

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

Helpful Tips

  • One application also considers your child for the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship