Overview
An Education Savings Account (ESA) is an account that holds funds to cover eligible education expenses for qualifying students. Iowa's Students First Act establishes the rules for how ESA funds are used in the state.
How It Works
ESA funds must first be used to pay tuition and fees at an Iowa-accredited nonpublic school. Once tuition and fees are covered, any remaining funds can be used for other approved educational expenses through the Odyssey Marketplace.
Important to Know
Applying for an ESA through the Odyssey portal is a separate process from applying for enrollment at an Iowa-accredited nonpublic school. School enrollment is strictly between the family and the school and is not managed through Odyssey.
For more information about the program visit the Iowa Department of Education Education Savings Account page.