New Hampshire’s Educational Freedom Accounts
New Hampshire has a program called Education Freedom Accounts (EFAs), which provide eligible students with a certain amount of money that they can use to pay for private school tuition or other educational expenses. EFAs are available to students who live in New Hampshire and whose family’s income is at or below 350% of the federal poverty level.
Once a student is approved for an EFA, the state deposits funds into the student's account. The amount of funding varies based on the student's circumstances, but most recipients will receive at least $3,400 each year. The funds can be used to pay for private school tuition, textbooks, online courses, and other educational expenses.
To use the funds, families must submit documentation of their expenses to the New Hampshire Children’s Scholarship Fund via ClassWallet. The organization then verifies the expenses and pays for the expenses using the student's EFA account. For the most part, accounts using EFAs are subject to the same billing policies as households using personal funds to pay for their student’s expenses. Please see below for special policies regarding discounts and households that pay directly from a voucher system.
The New Hampshire Children’s Scholarship Fund has many helpful resources for families that may be eligible for EFA. You can view information about how to apply and use an EFA here.
*Please note that while Enlightium Academy is approved to accept EFA funds for eligible students, it is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure that appropriate steps are taken for either direct voucher payment or reimbursement. If the necessary documentation is not requested or submitted properly, the parent or guardian bears the responsibility for their student’s tuition. In order to make sure your tuition payments are processed correctly and in a timely manner, please note on your student’s enrollment if you will be paying tuition with EFA funds.
Frequently asked questions:
Does Enlightium Academy qualify for New Hampshire EFA funds?
Yes. If students qualify for an EFA, those funds can be used to pay their tuition and fees at Enlightium Academy.
How can I get invoices to submit for payment or to provide to the EFA system?
Invoices or statements can be requested by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Quarterly and annual statements sent by Enlightium will be provided upon request free of charge and will fulfill the requirements for the state of New Hampshire. These requests will be processed in 3-7 business days.
How can I pay Enlightium Academy directly through my student’s EFA?
ClassWallet’s knowledge base has step-by-step instructions for paying vendors directly. You can view these instructions here. If you would prefer to watch a video tutorial, that can be found here.
If I have multiple students, can EFA funds be used for different students?
EFA funds are designated for the individual student they are awarded to. Even if a student has unused funds in their EFA, these cannot be transferred or used for another student's expenses, including siblings or students living in the same household. This rule, from the state of New Hampshire, ensures that funds are utilized strictly for the educational needs of the intended recipient, preserving the integrity and purpose of the EFA program."
How do I know if my payment from ClassWallet has been received?
Upon receiving payments from ClassWallet, Enlightium Academy’s billing team will email the primary parent of the household. A statement showing the original balance, the amount paid, and the balance or credit on each student’s account will be included. Please allow 5-10 business days for processing these payments.
Are there any fees for using EFA funds?
There is a $150 payment processing fee for payments made utilizing the EFA program This fee is only charged once per student per year.
Am I still eligible for discounts if I use EFA?
Yes. Any discounts will be applied to EFA students in the same manner in which they are applied to non-EFA students. Please note that prepayment discounts will only be applied if the full tuition balance is paid in a single payment within 30 days of beginning classes.
Will my tuition be scheduled differently if I use an EFA?
Yes. Due to additional processing requirements, tuition plans paying directly from the voucher system will be scheduled in a maximum of four installments throughout the school year.
Enlightium Academy is a private Christian online school that serves homeschooling families by offering a Bible-based, flexible, accredited, teacher-supported, and affordable education from the comfort of your home. For any other questions about Enlightium, please call (509) 319-2288, or visit EnlightiumAcademy.com.
