Information for Parents

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Steps to Apply, Get Approved and Spend ESA Funds

This user-friendly platform is designed to help you navigate the diverse landscape of Education Savings Accounts across different programs. As a parent, this tool will show you a an easy to understand outline on the steps you need to take in order to set up an ESA and how to access the funds.

Directions

From the list of state programs below, simply select the specific program you would like to explore. The results will show you a simplified overview of the steps to apply, get approved and spend ESA funds. Where available, we also provide links to applications and other resources.

With this tool, you can compare state programs, analyze program features, and make informed decisions.

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WEST VIRGINIA: Hope Scholarship Program

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  • APPLICATION AND APPROVAL: APPLICATION AND APPROVAL
  • Application And Approval Steps:
    • Step:

      Create online account with EMA portal 

    • Step:

      Fill out online application with student information

    • Step:

      Upload student's birth certificate 

    • Step:

      Document West Virginia residency

    • Step:

      Provide student's grade level

    • Step:

      Provide student's WVEIS ID number 

    • Step:

      Submit Notice of Intent Form to county superintendent
  • SPENDING ESA DOLLARS: SPENDING ESA DOLLARS
  • ESA dollars steps:
    • Step:

      Use EMA portal to confirm school enrollment

    • Step:

      Invoices for tuition and fees to a participating school are initiated by the participating school, and Account Holders will receive a notification in their EMA portal to confirm their child’s enrollment at the school and tuition amount before payment is made to the school.  

    • Step:

      Purchases of educational services (other than tuition and fees) are made through the Find Providers function in the portal.

    • Step:

      Purchases of goods and commodities are made through the MyScholarShop electronic marketplace.