Tuition

We are accepting the ESA for Arizona students for the school year 2025-26. Future states to come!

The ESA fully covers Stellar Virtual Private School tuition costs, with AZ students receiving private education at 100% tuition-free.

Grade Kindergarten: $5,999 per year

Grades 1-12: $6,999 per year

What is the ESA?

Tailored for qualified students, ESAs empower parents to choose the education that best suits their child's needs. Experience the joy of personalized learning and take the reins of your child's educational journey. It's not just about school choice; it's about empowering families for a brighter future. Embrace the potential of ESAs today!

  • Covers 90% of what a public school would receive

  • Funds are paid quarterly

  • Contracts renewed annually

Apply for an ESA  

Step 1: Submit Your ESA Application

Begin by creating an account on the Arizona Department of Education’s ESA portal (https://www.azed.gov/esa). During the application, you'll need to upload:

  • Your child’s birth certificate

  • Proof of Arizona residency in your name (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or Arizona ID)

Once submitted, applications are typically processed within 30 days. You'll receive an email notification with the Arizona Department of Education’s (ADE) decision.

Step 2: Sign the ESA Contract

If approved, you'll receive an ESA contract from the ADE. Review and sign this contract, which outlines your responsibilities, including:

  • Utilizing ESA funds for core subjects: reading, grammar, mathematics, social studies, and science

  • Not enrolling your child in a public school while receiving ESA funds

  • Maintaining receipts and documentation for all expenditures

    Note: If your child is currently enrolled in a public school, do not withdraw them until after signing the ESA contract and receiving confirmation from the ADE.

Step 3: Access and Manage ESA Funds via ClassWallet

After signing the contract, your ESA funds will be deposited into a virtual account managed through ClassWallet, a third-party platform. This allows you to:

  • Pay approved vendors and educational providers directly

  • Receive reimbursements for eligible expenses

  • Use a prepaid debit card linked to your ESA account

Funds are typically dispersed quarterly, with each deposit covering a portion of the annual scholarship amount.

ESA Video Resources