What financial aid is available for private school in Arizona?

Arizona has 3 financial aid programs for private school: Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA): Universal ESA — $7,200/student/year for any K-12 student. Individual Tax Credit Scholarship: $1,307 single / $2,609 joint. Donate to STO, get state tax credit. Corporate Tax Credit (Lexie's Law): Corporate donations to STOs fund scholarships for lower-income students. About 62% of private school families in Arizona receive some form of tuition reduction.

How much does private school cost in Arizona?

Average private school tuition in Arizona is $10,800/year. With financial aid, the average family pays significantly less. 62% of families receive some form of aid.

State Voucher / ESA Available

Private School Financial Aid in Arizona

2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply

Arizona has a state-funded voucher or ESA program, plus 2 other aid sources. Average tuition is $10,800/year and 62% of families receive some form of tuition reduction.

Avg Tuition

$10,800

per year

Aid Programs

available

Families Aided

62%

receive some aid

Avg Aid Award

$4,900

need-based

Check Your Eligibility

Enter your household income to see which Arizona programs you might qualify for.

Annual household income ($)

School-age children

Gross income before taxes. Income limits shown for a family of 4; actual limits scale with household size.

Arizona Financial Aid Programs

All available programs for private school families in 2026

Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)

Universal ESA — $7,200/student/year for any K-12 student

No income limit

$7,200

/year max

Individual Tax Credit Scholarship

$1,307 single / $2,609 joint. Donate to STO, get state tax credit

$2,609

/year max

Corporate Tax Credit (Lexie's Law)

Corporate donations to STOs fund scholarships for lower-income students

Income limit: $78,000/year (family of 4)

$5,500

/year max

The Full Picture in Arizona

Arizona is the best state for private school financial aid. The $7,200 ESA is universal. Stack it with a tax credit scholarship from an STO and school-based need aid, and many families pay under $2,000/year out of pocket. Arizona's School Tuition Organizations awarded over $200M in scholarships last year.

Want voucher-specific details? See our Arizona school voucher eligibility page for income thresholds by household size, application links, and enrollment deadlines.

How to Apply for Aid in Arizona

Apply for state programs first

Start with the state voucher/ESA. It's the biggest single award. Then apply for tax credit scholarships if available.

Apply for school-based aid at every school

Most schools use TADS, FACTS, or SSS for financial aid assessment. Apply by January-February for the following school year. School aid stacks with state programs.

Check private scholarship organizations

Local nonprofits, community foundations, and religious organizations often provide additional scholarships. Search "[your city] private school scholarships" for local options.