Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts at a Glance
Established in 2021, MOScholars uses tax credit funds through certified non-profit organizations to award scholarships to eligible students for personalized education.
Funding
On Average $7,145
- Average amount: $7,145
- Use it for: Private school tuition, online education, textbooks, curriculum, and more
- ESA Parent Handbook (PDF)
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Public school students with an IEP or from a household earning at or below 300% of the federal poverty level
- Applications: Apply directly through a certified Educational Assistance Organization (EAO)
- List of certified EAOs
Qualifying educational expenses include private school tuition, online education, textbooks, curriculum, and more.
Homeschooling? Yes—families can use MOScholars funds for home education expenses (curriculum, tutoring, online programs, and more) as long as the student is officially enrolled in the ESA program and not in public school. All spending must be through approved vendors or pre-approved by your EAO.
How to Use MOScholars with Veritas Press
Missouri’s program is unique! Scholarships are managed by Educational Assistance Organizations (EAOs), and payments are made through the MOScholars online platform. Once your child is awarded a scholarship, you’ll work with your assigned EAO to access your online spending account.
MOScholars Resources
Program Resources
Program Administrator
Missouri State Treasurer
Homepage
treasurer.mo.gov/MOScholars
ESA Parent Handbook
Parent Handbook (PDF)
MOScholars FAQs
treasurer.mo.gov/MOScholars/ParentsStudents
Payments
Payment Managers
Various Educational Assistance Organizations (EAOs)
Marketplace Portal
app.classwallet.com
EAO List
treasurer.mo.gov/MOScholars/EAOs
To learn more, explore the MOScholars FAQs.
What to Expect from Your Consultation
Tell Us About Your Student
We’ll start with the essentials: your child’s grade, learning style, and where they are academically.
Tell Us About Your Goals
We’ll dig into what you’re hoping to accomplish, what’s worked, and what hasn’t.
Get a Clear Recommendation
You’ll leave with a concrete plan for using your MOScholars scholarship and practical next steps for the school year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my MOScholars scholarship with Veritas Press?
Yes. Log in to the ClassWallet family portal provided by your EAO, find Veritas Press using the “Pay” tab, and submit your receipt or invoice. Once approved, ClassWallet sends the payment directly to Veritas Press.
Is my child eligible?
Public school students with an IEP or from a household earning at or below 300% of the federal poverty level are eligible.
Can I use MOScholars for homeschooling?
Yes, as long as your student is officially enrolled in the ESA program and not in public school. All spending must be through approved vendors or pre-approved by your EAO.
How do I apply?
Apply directly through a certified Educational Assistance Organization (EAO). The list of EAOs is on the Missouri State Treasurer’s website.
Is this a sales call?
It isn’t. Choosing an education for your child is a deeply personal decision, and our goal is to help you find the right path, not to push you toward a particular one. Our consultants are here to listen, ask good questions, and give you honest guidance.
Let’s Build Your Missouri Plan Together
A single conversation with a Veritas Family Consultant can bring clarity to how your MOScholars scholarship can support a classical Christian education—one that prepares your child for college, for life, and for everything God has in store for them.
