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Texas Releases Second School Choice Funds Payment
Texas sends second round of school choice funds to private students.
In brief
Texas sends second round of school choice funds to private students. Texas provides second 25% payment of $10,474 to private school students enrolled in the Education Freedom Accounts program for the 2026-27 school year. Originally reported by Dallas Express.
Texas Releases Second School Choice Funds
Texas released second round of school choice funds Thursday, October 1, 2026.
25% Payment for Private School Students
Private school students receive 25% of their annual award in the first payment, with the remaining 50% due February 1, 2027.
Standard Award Amount
The standard Education Freedom Account award for a private school student is $10,474 for the 2026-27 school year.
Disability Students Receive Higher Awards
Students with qualifying disabilities may receive up to $30,000 based on their local public school district's funding.
Homeschool Students Get Different Payment
Homeschool students receive $2,000 annually in a single payment, not through the private school installment schedule.
Over 100,000 Awards Issued
More than 100,000 students have received awards after initial demand exceeded available resources.
Waitlist Students Continue Receiving Funds
Students on the waitlist can still receive awards as funding becomes available or when families change educational settings.
What matters most
Texas provides second 25% payment of $10,474 to private school students enrolled in the Education Freedom Accounts program for the 2026-27 school year.
