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Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
Learn how this powerful resource benefits students and families interested in applying at Marian University Preparatory School.
Marian University Preparatory School (MU Prep) proudly participates in Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program. Through this state-funded scholarship program, eligible Arizona families can use ESA funds to help cover MU Prep tuition and other approved educational expenses, giving students access to a more flexible and personalized private school experience.
What is the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)?
Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program gives families access to state education funding that can be used outside of the traditional public school system.
Eligible students receive scholarship dollars that may be used toward approved educational expenses such as private school tuition, tutoring, curriculum, online learning programs, educational therapies, and instructional materials. Most participating students receive approximately 90% of the state education funding that would otherwise be allocated to their child through the public school system.
Arizona’s ESA program is universally available to K–12 students eligible to enroll in an Arizona public school, helping families access more personalized educational opportunities across the state.
Visit our FAQ page for more information on Marian University Preparatory School’s tuition and costs.
How Can Arizona’s ESA Program Benefit My Family?
Arizona’s ESA program empowers families to create an education experience that aligns more closely with their student’s unique needs, learning style, and goals.
Key benefits include:
• Scholarship dollars that can significantly reduce or fully cover MU Prep tuition costs
• Flexibility to personalize a student’s educational experience
• Funding for approved educational expenses beyond tuition
• Expanded learning opportunities outside of the traditional public school model
• Additional scholarship funding opportunities for students with special needs
• A simple application process with year-round availability
Overall, the program helps families take a more customized approach to education while expanding access to flexible learning environments like MU Prep.
What Can I Use Arizona ESA Funds For?
Arizona ESA funds may be used for a variety of approved educational expenses, including:
- Private school tuition and fees
- Tutoring services and academic support
- Curriculum and homeschool materials
- Online courses and virtual learning programs
- Educational therapies and specialized services
- Instructional materials and school supplies
- Other approved education-related expenses
Approved expenses are determined by the Arizona Department of Education and managed through the ESA program platform.
Does My Child Qualify for Arizona’s ESA Program?
Arizona’s ESA program is available to all K–12 students who reside in the state of Arizona and are eligible to enroll in a public school.
Additional scholarship funding may be available for students with qualifying disabilities, special education needs, or accommodation plans, including students with IEPs, MET evaluations, or 504 plans.
Our enrollment consultants can help families confirm eligibility and answer questions about the application process.
How Do I Apply for Arkansas’s EFA Program
Arizona’s ESA program is available to all K–12 students who reside in the state of Arizona and are eligible to enroll in a public school.
Additional scholarship funding may be available for students with qualifying disabilities, special education needs, or accommodation plans, including students with IEPs, MET evaluations, or 504 plans.
Our enrollment consultants can help families confirm eligibility and answer questions about the application process.
Does Arizona’s ESA Program Support Students with Special Needs?
Yes. Arizona’s ESA program provides additional scholarship funding opportunities for students with qualifying disabilities and specialized educational needs.
Funding amounts may vary depending on a student’s eligibility category and documented support needs. Families may use ESA funds toward approved educational therapies, specialized instruction, tutoring, and other services designed to support their student’s learning experience.
Documentation such as an IEP, MET evaluation, or 504 plan may be required to qualify for additional funding levels.
How Do I Apply for Arizona’s ESA Program?
Families can apply for Arizona’s ESA program year-round through the Arizona Department of Education.
As part of the application process, families may be asked to provide documentation such as:
- Proof of Arizona residency
- Student birth certificate or identification records
- Guardianship documentation, if applicable
- Special education documentation for students seeking additional funding support
Once approved, families receive access to ESA funds through the state’s approved payment and account management system.
MU Prep’s enrollment consultants are available to help families navigate both the scholarship application and school enrollment process.
How Do I Use My ESA Funds for MU Prep?
Once approved for Arizona’s ESA program, families can use ESA funds to pay tuition at Marian University Preparatory School.
MU Prep’s enrollment team can help families understand the tuition payment process, provide required documentation, and guide them through applying ESA funds toward eligible school expenses.
After enrollment and tuition requirements are completed, students are officially enrolled and families receive onboarding support ahead of the school year.
Get Started with MU Prep and Arizona’s ESA Program
Learn more about enrolling at Marian University Preparatory School through Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account program, or request additional information to connect with an MU Prep enrollment consultant.