Texas Scholarship Information
—Texas Freedom Scholarship—
Program for Students In Texas
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How To Use Your Texas Freedom Scholarship
Use Your Texas ESA Funds at NFC Academy
Families in Texas may be eligible to use the Texas Freedom Scholarship (Texas Education Freedom Accounts – TEFA) to pay for accredited online education through NFC Academy.
NFC Academy is an accredited online private school serving students nationwide, including families throughout Texas who want a flexible, high-quality education from home.
Whether your student needs a full-time accredited diploma program or individual online courses, Texas ESA funds may be used at NFC Academy.
What Is the Texas Freedom Scholarship?
The Texas Freedom Scholarship (Texas Education Freedom Accounts) is a state program that helps families pay for educational options outside of traditional public schools.
Eligible families may receive approximately:
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Up to about $10,000 per student per year for private education
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Approximately $2,000 per year for homeschool families
Funds can typically be used for approved education services such as:
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Private school tuition
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Accredited online schools
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Individual courses
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Curriculum and educational programs
These funds are managed through the official Texas ESA marketplace platform, where families can search for approved education providers.
How Texas Families Can Use the Freedom Scholarship
Using Your Freedom Scholarship
Step 1 — Apply for the Texas Freedom Scholarship
Step 2 — Receive ESA Approval
Step 3 — Log Into the ESA Marketplace
Step 4 — Search for NFC Academy
Step 5 — Select Your Academic Program for K-12
Step 6 — Pay Using ESA Funds
Step 7 – At any time you need help contact NFCA Admissions
Serving Students Across Texas
NFC Academy serves students from:
- Houston
- Dallas
- Austin
- San Antonio
- Fort Worth
- And communities across Texas
Because our school is fully online, students can learn from anywhere while receiving accredited instruction and support.
Families Select NFC Academy
Parents choose NFC Academy because we offer:
- Accredited private school programs
- Flexible online learning from home
- NCAA-approved high school course
- A structured diploma pathway
- Christian worldview curriculum
- Support for homeschool families
Students can learn anywhere in Texas while receiving a high-quality education.
Funding Through the Texas Freedom Scholarship
What is Odyssey?
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, approved students may receive scholarship funding that can be used through the Odyssey platform.
Once families receive access to their Odyssey ESA account, they can:
- Log into the Odyssey marketplace
- Search for NFC Academy
- Select the program or courses they want
- Use their ESA funds to complete the purchase
The Odyssey platform then processes the payment directly to the approved education provider. Odyssey is the platform selected by the State of Texas to manage the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (Texas Freedom Scholarship) program. Through the Odyssey system, families can apply for their scholarship, access their Education Savings Account (ESA), and use their funds to pay approved education provider for their products—like online schools such as NFC Academy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NFC Academy available to Texas students?
Yes. NFC Academy serves students nationwide, including families across Texas.
Can Texas homeschool families enroll?
Yes. Homeschool families can enroll in NFC Academy prograns
Will my student receive an accredited diploma?
Yes. Students enrolled in our full-time high school program can earn an accredited diploma from NFC Academy.
Are classes self-paced?
Most courses are designed to be flexible and allow students to progress at a pace that works for their schedule. NFC Academy keeps families informed about the pace of work as they keep their mind on the finish date.
Information on this page is intended for informational purposes for homeschool families in the specific state. The information supplied does not, nor is it intended to, provide specific legal advice. For specific legal advice, we recommend you consult an attorney. Membership with Homeschool Legal Defense may provide legal information for your situation, but you may prefer a local private attorney to review your situation to provide specific legal advice.Â