Alabama CHOOSE
At Miacademy, we’ve been hard at work partnering with various state funding agencies across the country. Our goal is to make a quality education accessible for every student, and we’re accomplishing our goal one state at a time.
If you’re homeschooling in Alabama, we have some exciting news to share with you!
As of December 2024, Miacademy is now an approved purchase for the Alabama CHOOSE ESA!
You can now access Miacademy’s accredited online homeschool curriculum with ESA funding provided by the Alabama CHOOSE program.
What is the CHOOSE Act in Alabama?
Governor Kay Ivey signed the Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education (CHOOSE) Act into law on March 7, 2024. This act created education savings accounts (ESAs) to support K-12 students in Alabama.
Managed by the Alabama Department of Revenue, the program provides financial assistance to families at approved service providers.
Eligible students enrolled in participating schools can receive up to $7,000, while those in home education programs are awarded up to $2,000 per student. For homeschooled students, Alabama families can accept a maximum of $4,000 per family.
Homeschool students may use their ESA funding for tuition, fees, and other qualified educational expenses from the list of education service providers, provided by the CHOOSE Act.
Who Qualifies for Alabama CHOOSE?
To apply for Alabama’s CHOOSE Act ESA for the 2025-2026 school year, eligible families must:
- Provide proof of Alabama residency
- Have a student in grades K-12
- Provide proof that their household income does not exceed 300% of the federal poverty level for the 2024-2025 tax year
The first 500 ESAs will be awarded to students with special needs, followed by dependents of active-duty service members enrolled in priority schools and siblings of participating students.
You can find a list of the Alabama CHOOSE Act’s participating schools by clicking the link or visiting the Alabama Department of Revenue.
Please note that if your student is currently receiving a scholarship under the Alabama Accountability Act for the 2025-2026 school year, they will not be eligible to receive the CHOOSE ESA for the same period. In the future, you can apply to both programs but may only accept assistance from one.
The CHOOSE Act of Alabama: How to Apply
Online applications are open from January 2 to April 7, 2025. Award notifications are expected in May, with funds available for use beginning in July.
There are three steps to apply:
- Provide the right documents. You will need:
- Your student’s birth certificate
- Proof of Alabama residency
- Proof that your income does not exceed the Choose Act of Alabama’s income limits (See Step 2)
- Confirm your income does not exceed 300% of the federal poverty guidelines for the 2024-2025 tax year:
| Persons in Family/ Household | 300% of the 2024 Federal Poverty Guideline |
| 1 | $45,180 |
| 2 | $61,320 |
| 3 | $77,460 |
| 4 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $109,740 |
| 6 | $125,880 |
| 7 | $142,020 |
| 8 | $158,160 |
Note: If your family exceeds eight people, add $16,140 for each additional person.
- Begin your application online by clicking Apply Now.
How do I use my funding to get Miacademy?
Once funds are awarded, simply purchase Miacademy using your ESA and then submit the invoice via Classwallet to be reimbursed.
FAQ
What is the income limit for the CHOOSE Act in Alabama?
To be eligible for the CHOOSE Act, your income must not exceed 300% of the federal poverty guidelines:
| Persons in Family/ Household | 300% of the 2024 Federal Poverty Guideline |
| 1 | $45,180 |
| 2 | $61,320 |
| 3 | $77,460 |
| 4 | $93,600 |
| 5 | $109,740 |
| 6 | $125,880 |
| 7 | $142,020 |
| 8 | $158,160 |
If your family exceeds eight people, add $16,140 for each additional person.
Can you get money for homeschooling in Alabama?
Yes! Through the Alabama CHOOSE Act, homeschooled students can get $2,000 to spend on qualified educational expenses from pre-approved vendors.
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