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Students First Education Savings Account

Education Savings Account in Iowa

2023
Year Established
25,000
Students Enrolled
$7,600
Max Award
K-12
Grade Levels

About This Program

Iowa's Students First ESA program launched in 2023 with phased income eligibility, reaching universal access by the 2025-26 school year. Funds can be used for private school tuition, tutoring, curriculum, technology, and other approved educational expenses.

Eligibility Requirements

All students in the state are eligible

Funding Details

Maximum Award
$7,600

Funding mechanism: Direct payment

Approved Expenses

Tuition & FeesTutoringTechnology & DevicesTherapiesTransportationTextbooksCurriculumTesting & Assessments

How to Apply

Apply through the Odyssey portal at iowa-households.withodyssey.com. Create a household account, complete the application, and submit required documents including proof of Iowa residency. Email: studentsfirst@iowa.gov or help.ia@withodyssey.com.

Administered by: Iowa Department of Education (administered by Odyssey)
Phone: (515) 368-9564

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Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on publicly available program data. Always verify eligibility directly with your state's program administrator. Program rules, funding amounts, and application deadlines may change.