What Are ESAs and Similar Programs?
State-run initiatives that give families direct access to education funds so they can choose the best learning tools for their child.
Key Points:
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Funded by the state, directed by parents
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Can be used for tuition, tutoring, curriculum, textbooks, and approved learning tools
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Some states allow games, monthly box sets, and hands-on materials; others limit to core curriculum
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Known by different names: Education Savings Accounts, Empowerment Scholarship Accounts, Scholarships
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Designed to personalize education and meet each student’s needs, interests, and pace
Is Your Family Eligible for an ESA or Scholarship Program?
Eligibility for Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) and similar scholarship programs varies by state, but many are expanding access to include more students each year. In some states, every K–12 student is eligible; in others, the programs focus on:
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Students leaving public school for private or home educ.
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Children with special needs or disabilities
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Military families
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Low- to middle-income households
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Students in low-performing school districts
How to Find Out if You Qualify:
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Check your state’s Department of Education website – Search for ESA or Educational Scholarships.
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Look for program guidelines – Read the rules for who qualifies and what funds can be used for.
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Apply through the official state portal – Each program has an application process, usually online.
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Contact approved providers – They can often guide you through the process and help you submit an application.
If your state offers ESAs or similar scholarships, taking the time to check your eligibility could open the door to funding that personalizes your child’s education.
Turn Your ESA into an Epic Learning Adventure
Many states let you use Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) for textbooks, curriculum, and—even better—engaging educational tools like games and monthly box sets. Some states allow it all, others just textbooks—that’s why we built this page: to help you match Historical Conquest to your state’s rules.
Why Use ESA Funds for Historical Conquest?
• Make learning stick with hands-on, game-based history
• Blend history with math, reading, science, and critical thinking
• Choose from textbook-only or full game/curriculum sets
• Keep your child engaged with resources they’ll use again and again
Your ESA isn’t just funding education—it’s fueling a love of learning.