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Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship Program (EFS) is sponsored by Tennessee Department of Education. State-funded school choice scholarship allowing K–12 Tennessee students to allocate funds toward education expenses at eligible non-public schools.
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2026-27 EFS Application Resources 2026-27 EFS Handbook (Arabic) 2026-27 EFS Handbook (Chinese) 2026-27 EFS Handbook (Spanish) EFS New Application Checklist (includes eligibility requirements, approved documentation) EFS New Application Checklist (Arabic) EFS New Application Checklist (Chinese) EFS New Application Checklist (Spanish) EFS Step-by-Step Application Guide Written Instructions EFS Step-by-Step Guide Video Instructions ESA Eligibility Worksheet for EFS (required only if applying for Priority 2 under ESA Eligibility) EFS Renewal Application Checklist (includes eligibility requirements, approved documentation) During the Tennessee General Assembly's extraordinary legislative session in January 2025, the Tennessee General Assembly passed Tenn.
Code Ann. 49-6-3501 et al . , and Governor Bill Lee signed the landmark legislation on February 12, 2025, to establish Tennessee’s universal school choice program into law.
The Tennessee EFS Program is also guided by State Board of Education Rule 0520-01-24 . Application Window Opens for 2026-27 EFS Renewal Applications (This is only for students receiving EFS funds at the time of application.) December 9, 2025, 12 p.
m. CT Application Window Opens for 2026-27 New EFS Applications January 13, 2026, 12 p. m.
CT EFS Quarter 3 Disbursement January 15, 2026 (Projected) Application Window Closes for ALL 2026-27 EFS Applications February 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT EFS Quarter 4 Disbursement March 15, 2026 (Projected) Click Here to Sign in to EFS Portal Email: EFS. Questions@tn. gov Phone: For questions related to all available school choice programs, please call (615) 741-5158 and select the prompts for Office of Programs and School Choice.
What are Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarships? Education Freedom Scholarships allow students who are residents of Tennessee and entitled to attend a public school in grades K-12 to use state funds toward education expenses, while enrolled in grades K-12 at registered Category I, II, or III non-public schools located in Tennessee, prioritizing tuition and fees. Which Choice program is right for me?
School Choice Programs Comparison How much is each scholarship worth? The scholarship amount for the 2025-26 school year is $7,295. Tennessee Educator Acceleration Model (TEAM) Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) Student Assessment in Tennessee Teaching Jobs in Tennessee Frequently Requested Contact Information 710 James Robertson Parkway
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Tennessee resident K–12 students applying for new or renewal EFS scholarships; non-public schools must be registered Category I‑III in TN. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $7,295 per student. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship Program (EFS) is funded by Tennessee Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Tennessee. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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