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Applying for the Program

Find information about how to apply, required documents, application status, verification, and what to expect during the application process.

12 articles
When will Applications Open?This article is intended for Texas families interested in applying for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program.
Texas TEFA: Step-by-Step Application InstructionsThis article includes a step by step video walkthrough of the TEFA parent application. The video shows how to complete each section of the application and what information you will…
What Documents or Information Do I Need for my Application?This article is intended for Texas parents and guardians preparing to apply for the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) Program.
Adding IEP to Student ApplicationThis article is intended for parents applying to the TEFA program who need to upload IEP information
Where Can a Parent Find Their Child’s Texas Student Unique ID (UID) Number if They Do Not Have It?A Texas Student Unique Identifier (UID) is a unique number assigned to a student in Texas. If you do not have your child’s UID, there are several ways to find…
Who Can Complete the TEFA Disability Certification Form?The TEFA Disability Certification Form may be completed by a licensed professional who is qualified to certify a child’s disability.
What Do the Texas IEP Instructional Codes Mean?This article helps Texas families understand what each Individualized Education Program (IEP) instructional code means, so they can select the correct one when applying.
What is The S-Number or Texas Unique Child Identification Number?This article is intended to help Texas families understand the S-Number and the Texas Unique Child Identification Number for their child.
Who is Eligible to Submit an Application on Behalf of a Child?This article is intended to provide clarity for Texas families to understand who can apply for the children.
I Have a Child with a Disability: What Do I Need to Do?This article provides information for Texas parents and guardians of children with disabilities.
Where Can I Find the TEFA Disability Certification Form That My Physician Needs to Complete for My Child With a Disability?This article is intended to help Texas families who have a child with a disability without an individualized education program (IEP) on file with the Texas Education Agency (TEA).
How to Apply for Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)Families interested in the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program can apply online through Odyssey during the program's application window.