Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account program provides significant tuition assistance for qualifying Arizona residents.
Annual discount for qualifying Arizona residents through the ESA program. This can significantly reduce your total cost of attendance at SSS Academies.
Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program is a school choice initiative that allows parents to use a portion of state education funding for their child's educational expenses at qualified private schools.
In 2022, Arizona expanded the ESA program to make all K-12 students eligible, regardless of prior public school attendance. This means any Arizona resident student can now apply for ESA funds to attend SSS Academies.
The ESA program empowers families to choose the educational environment that best fits their child's needs, whether that's a traditional public school, charter school, private school, or homeschool setting.
Average annual award for high school students
Arizona students currently enrolled in ESA
The student must be an Arizona resident. Proof of residency is required, such as utility bills, lease agreements, or other official documents showing an Arizona address.
Students must be between ages 5-18 and eligible for enrollment in a K-12 educational program. SSS Academies accepts students in grades 9-12.
Parents must submit an ESA application through the Arizona Department of Education's online portal. Applications are accepted year-round.
SSS Academies is a qualified private school under the ESA program. ESA funds can be used directly toward tuition at our academy.
Visit the Arizona Department of Education ESA portal and create a parent account.
Complete the ESA application with student information and proof of Arizona residency.
Once approved, you'll receive a ClassWallet debit card loaded with ESA funds.
Use ESA funds to pay SSS Academies tuition directly through the ClassWallet system.
| Cost Item | Standard Rate | With ESA Discount |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Tuition | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Boarding (9 months) | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Equipment & Uniform (avg) | $600 | $600 |
| ESA Voucher Discount | — | -$7,600 |
| Total Annual Cost | $45,600 | $38,000 |
* ESA award amounts may vary. Contact the Arizona Department of Education for current rates.
Our admissions team can guide you through the ESA application process and help you understand how to maximize your benefits.
