How the Arizona ESA operates.
Under Arizona law, families sign an agreement to educate their child in at least reading, grammar, mathematics, social studies, and science, in exchange for state education funding deposited quarterly.
Spending Guide
Arizona ESA ClassWallet Guide: What's Approved in 2026–27
Navigate ClassWallet direct vendor pay, debit card receipts, approved computer hardware, and how to prevent account holds.
Read guideArizona ESA vs. Florida PEP.
Both Arizona and Florida operate major universal education accounts, but key spending rules differ significantly:
| Feature | Arizona ESA | Florida PEP |
|---|---|---|
| Administering Agency | Arizona Department of Education (State agency) | Scholarship Funding Organizations (Step Up / AAA) |
| Online Account System | ClassWallet | Education Market Assistant (EMA) |
| Laptops & Tablets | Permitted under A.R.S. § 15-2402(B)(4)(p) for educational use | Prohibited for out-of-pocket reimbursement |
| Traditional Homeschool Status | Parents unenroll from public school without filing a homeschool affidavit | Students register with an SFO, not county home education |
For full Florida details, see our [Florida PEP scholarship guide](/florida/pep-scholarship/).
Arizona ESA FAQ.
- Who is eligible for an Arizona ESA?
- Any Arizona student in kindergarten through 12th grade who is eligible to attend an Arizona public school and withdraws from the public school system is eligible to apply for a universal ESA account.
- How do Arizona ESA families spend their scholarship funds?
- Funds are disbursed into ClassWallet quarterly. Parents can either make direct purchases from approved vendors in the ClassWallet marketplace or pay out-of-pocket and submit itemized receipts for reimbursement.
- Can I buy computers, laptops, or educational technology with Arizona ESA?
- Yes. A.R.S. § 15-2402(B)(4)(p) allows computer hardware and technological devices primarily used for educational purposes, including laptops, personal computers, calculators, tablets, and microscopes.