ESA in South Carolina

South Carolina families can use ESA funds for homeschool curriculum.

Q: How much is the South Carolina ESA for homeschool families?

South Carolina's Education Scholarship Trust Fund provides $7,500/year per student (2025-26), expanding to a projected $7,634 in 2026-27. Eligibility is income-based at or below 300% FPL in 2025-26, expanding to 500% FPL in 2026-27. The program hit its 10,000-student cap in February 2026.

Q: Can I use my South Carolina ESA for Wizkoo?

Wizkoo is not yet listed on ClassWallet. We're working on it. Families in states that allow direct reimbursement for educational software may be able to submit a receipt for Wizkoo. Check with the South Carolina Department of Education before purchasing.

At $7,500/year, your ESA covers curriculum, tutoring, testing, and more. Wizkoo is $499/year — one line item, not the whole budget.

As of April 2026

Program details

South Carolina's Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF)

Program Name

Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF)

ESA Amount (Homeschool)

$7,500/year per student (2025-26); projected $7,634 (2026-27)

Marketplace Platform

ClassWallet. You browse approved vendors and purchase directly using your ESA funds through ClassWallet.

Eligibility

Income-based. At or below 300% FPL in 2025-26; expanding to at or below 500% FPL in 2026-27. Priority for prior participants, military families, and students switching from public school.

Application

2025-26 cap of 10,000 reached February 2026. 2026-27 renewals open. ed.sc.gov

Participating Students

10,000 (statutory cap reached February 2026)

Program Launched

2024

Using your South Carolina ESA for Wizkoo

One line item in your ClassWallet account.

Wizkoo is a personalized weekly learning platform for families with children ages 2 to 12. One theme connects every subject. Every child at the table gets a plan matched to their age and reading level.

At $50/month or $499/year, Wizkoo fits within South Carolina's ESTF funding for homeschool families.

Wizkoo is not yet listed on ClassWallet. We're in the approval process and will update this page when approved.

In the meantime, families in states that allow direct reimbursement for educational software subscriptions may be able to use ESA funds for Wizkoo by submitting a receipt. Check with the South Carolina Department of Education before purchasing.

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This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal or financial advice. ESA program details, eligibility, and funding amounts change frequently. Always verify current information directly with your state's education department before making financial decisions. Last verified: April 2026.