Who can use Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF)?
Eligible South Carolina students in households at or below 500% FPL, subject to the program cap. The 2026-27 program is capped at 15,000 students and the current application is closed. ESTF participants cannot remain in an Option 1, 2, or 3 homeschool program; families should read SCDE enrollment guidance before changing status. The program is administered by South Carolina Department of Education.




