Mississippi ESA for families
Mississippi's Education Scholarship Account reimburses families of students with an IEP who move to an eligible private school.
Checked against the program's own sources on Oct 14, 2026. Each fact links to its source.
How much does Mississippi ESA pay?
- Up to $8,421 in reimbursements per student for 2026-27.1
Who qualifies for Mississippi ESA?
- Mississippi residents with an active IEP from a public school district within the last three years, accepted at an eligible private school. Homeschool programs don't count.2
What can Mississippi ESA pay for?
- Tuition at an eligible school and other approved costs. Families submit original receipts and proof of enrollment every quarter; purchases from before the award aren't reimbursed.3
When can you apply for Mississippi ESA?
- Families of current ESA students don't need to reapply each year.4
How do you apply for Mississippi ESA?
Families apply through the program itself, not through ChoicePaid.
Mississippi ESA program pageTrack your award for free
One budget across every provider, with receipts and reimbursement packets.
Are you a provider?
How to get approved and paid by Mississippi ESA.
Sources
- 1. Understanding the Education Scholarship Account (FAQ), mdek12.org, checked Jun 30, 2026
- 2. Understanding the Education Scholarship Account (FAQ), mdek12.org, checked Jun 30, 2026
- 3. ESA Reimbursement Request Form 2026-2027, mdek12.org, checked May 12, 2026
- 4. Education Scholarship Account program page, mdek12.org, checked Oct 14, 2026
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