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TEFA for homeschoolers: the basics
Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) give families state money for education costs. Here is what matters if you homeschool. Last reviewed November 1, 2026.
Key facts, with sources
- Homeschool students receive $2,000 per year for 2026–27. Private-school and disability tiers are larger.Source: Texas Comptroller, June 30, 2026
- Nearly 73,000 accounts received initial funding on July 1, 2026.Source: Texas Comptroller, June 30, 2026
- Funds can only be spent through the TEFA Marketplace run by Odyssey. Purchases made outside the marketplace are not reimbursed.Source: Texas Comptroller, June 30, 2026
- The marketplace launched with more than 54,000 approved products and services from nearly 2,400 vendors.Source: Texas Comptroller, June 30, 2026
- Schools, parents and vendors are not charged fees to list, buy or sell through the TEFA Marketplace.Source: Texas Comptroller, June 30, 2026
- The state's Provider Finder lists certified providers, but you buy inside Odyssey. A provider can appear in the Finder before its Odyssey listing is ready.Source: Outschool TEFA guide (vendor-published)
- Vendors are reviewed by Odyssey and the Texas Comptroller before they appear in the marketplace.Source: Odyssey help center
Common questions
How much do homeschool students get from TEFA?
For 2026–27, homeschool students receive $2,000 per year. Students in private school and students with disabilities receive larger amounts.
Where can I spend TEFA funds?
Only in the TEFA Marketplace run by Odyssey. Purchases you make outside the marketplace are not reimbursed.
What is the difference between the Provider Finder and the marketplace?
The state Provider Finder is a public list of certified providers you can browse. You buy inside the Odyssey marketplace. A provider can appear in the Finder before its marketplace listing is ready, so check both.
Does it cost anything to use the marketplace?
No. The Comptroller says schools, parents and vendors are not charged fees to list, buy or sell through the TEFA Marketplace.
Your next steps
- Read the official TEFA family information for current dates and eligibility.
- Browse homeschool vendors and the state Provider Finder.
- Sketch your year in the $2,000 planner.
- Buy inside the Odyssey marketplace, checking each item.
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