We’re thrilled to announce that the Education Freedom Account (EFA) program has empowered the families of over 14,000 students to make the best educational choice for their children! This strong participation is a testament to the power of school choice in Arkansas. At this time, the 3% participation cap for the 2024-2025 school year, as defined by law, has been reached, and applications are now closed. 

We want to remind families that applications will reopen in early spring. Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, all Arkansas students will be eligible to participate in the EFA program. This expansion will provide even more families with access to a growing range of educational options.

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The Education Freedom Account program is a school choice initiative that empowers parents by funding students in private or home schools.

Information for Families Family Onboarding Webinar Student Applications   Application Portal

Information for Private Schools School Onboarding Webinar School Applications   New Private School Application

Information for Service Providers Provider Applications   Service Provider (Individual)   Service Provider (Organization)

 

Who do I contact for help with the EFA program?

Office of School Choice and Parent Empowerment
Arkansas Department of Education
Division of Elementary and Secondary Education
Four Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
Phone: 501-683-1876
Email: ade.efa@ade.arkansas.gov