A blessed opportunity
Students at Holy Family Catholic School smile and participate in a Q&A with Bishop Michael Olson. (NTC/Juan Guajardo)
What is TEFA?
The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) provide $1 billion in funding to give parents greater freedom in choosing the best educational environment for their children.
Parents receive more than $10,000 per child for a Catholic school education or other private school. Students with certain disabilities qualify for $30,000.
Am I eligible?
Texas residents who are U.S. citizens or have been lawfully admitted into the U.S. may apply. Children with disabilities and lower income households will be prioritized.
How do I apply?
Go to educationfreedom.texas.gov. The process takes around 15 minutes.
What if I need help?
The Catholic Schools Office has a step-by-step guide and other resources on the website, catholicschoolsfwdioc.org.
When do I apply?
Applications are accepted through March 17, and the timing of the application will not affect your eligibility or prioritization.
When will I know?
Parents will be notified if their children will receive funding in early April.