The Wyoming Education Savings Act was signed into law on March 21, 2024 and is governed by W.S. §§ 21‑2‑901 through 21‑2‑909. Applications for the 2025-26 school year will begin being accepted January 1, 2025.
ESA Family Application – Phase One
The first phase of the ESA family application will go live on January 1, 2025. At that time, applicants will fill out basic information that will save your place in line. This is a first come, first served program and funds are limited, so you will want to do your phase one application as soon as possible. Watch the Pre-Application Overview below to help you prepare. No documentation will be required for this first step. Applicants will be notified by email to confirm that their application has been received.
ESA Family Application – Phase Two
Phase two of the process will begin in April. Applicants will receive instructions via email to submit the necessary documentation to verify eligibility. Those who plan to apply can begin gathering their child’s birth certificate or other proof of age, financial records, and proof of residency. Applicants will be notified via email about the status of their application and with further instructions. ESA funds will be available for use in July 2025.
Who qualifies to receive an ESA?
- Wyoming residents age 4 years and in pre-k through grade 12.
- Families with a household income below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines (approximately $46,800 for a family of four).
- Students not enrolled in a public school for the 2025-26 school year.
- ESA Qualifying Income Level Table is below.
Household Size |
2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines |
Annual | Monthly | Twice per Month (24 pay periods) |
Every 2 Weeks (26 pay periods) |
Weekly |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | $15,060 | $22,590 | $1,883 | $941 | $869 | $434 |
2 | $20,440 | $30,660 | $2,555 | $1,278 | $1,179 | $590 |
3 | $25,820 | $38,730 | $3,228 | $1,614 | $1,490 | $745 |
4 | $31,200 | $46,800 | $3,900 | $1,950 | $1,800 | $900 |
5 | $36,580 | $54,870 | $4,573 | $2,286 | $2,110 | $1,055 |
6 | $41,960 | $62,940 | $5,245 | $2,623 | $2,421 | $1,210 |
7 | $47,340 | $71,010 | $5,918 | $2,959 | $2,731 | $1,366 |
8 | $52,720 | $79,080 | $6,590 | $3,295 | $3,042 | $1,521 |