Q: Where do I apply for ESA?

You can read more about how to apply for ESA programs here .

Q: Do I qualify for Flexible Tuition if I qualify for an ESA?

Yes! We subtract the approved ESA amount from the annual tuition amount. That number is then considered when we review for Flexible Tuition.

Question 1

What are ESAs?

Accepted Answer

Education savings accounts (ESAs) allow parents to use public funding for things like private school tuition, online education tutoring, and future educational expenses. It’s important to note that there are different eligibility categories for each state, so it’s always good to confirm eligibility.

Question 2

Will Sora accept any new ESA program funds?

Accepted Answer

Sora Schools currently accepts ESA funds from a handful of states to help families pay for tuition. As legislation and ESA programs quickly evolve around the country, we will update this information accordingly as a helpful resource to prospective and current Sora families.

Question 3

Is Sora listed as a ClassWallet vendor?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sora is approved and listed. For families to locate Sora in the vendor list, all they need to do is search our name in the vendor list within the ClassWallet platform.

Question 4

Where do I apply for ESA?

Accepted Answer

You can read more about how to apply for ESA programs here.

Question 5

Is the ESA paid to me or directly to Sora?

Accepted Answer

When you apply for ESA funds for your eligible student, the money will be given to you, not the school. In most cases, you will receive a special prepaid card just for your student’s education expenses. And with this card, you will pay the Sora tuition. You can review more information on how to access the funds from a specific state here.

Question 6

When can I expect to receive funding?

Accepted Answer

Different states have different processes for receiving the funding. You can review more information on how to access the funds from a specific state here.

Question 7

Do I qualify for Flexible Tuition if I qualify for an ESA?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We subtract the approved ESA amount from the annual tuition amount. That number is then considered when we review for Flexible Tuition.

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