North Carolina Education Student Accounts Plus (ESA+) at a Glance
Families can receive either $9,000 or $17,000 annually, depending on the student’s documented disability, for tuition at eligible private schools, homeschooling expenses, educational therapies, tutoring, and other approved services.
Funding
$9,000 or $17,000 per Year
- Amount: $9,000 or $17,000, depending on the student’s documented disability
- Use it for: Private school tuition, homeschooling expenses, educational therapies, tutoring, and more
- ESA+ parent information
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- North Carolina residents with a documented disability who need special education or related services
- Applications: Annual priority window, typically February–March
- ESA+ application and portal
Qualifying educational expenses include private school tuition, online education, textbooks, curricula, computers, technology, and more.
Who runs this program? ESA+ is administered by the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA), which manages applications and disbursements through MyPortal and ClassWallet.
How to Use Your ESA+ with Veritas Press
ESA+ is managed through NCSEAA’s MyPortal and ClassWallet, which let families pay approved providers directly or request reimbursement for eligible out-of-pocket expenses.
North Carolina ESA+ Resources
Program Resources
Program Administrator
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA)
ESA+ Application and Portal
myportal.ncseaa.edu
ESA+ Parent Information
NCSEAA family resources
Website
ncseaa.edu
Phone
(919) 549-8614
Payments
Payment Manager
ClassWallet
Email
[email protected]
Phone
(877) 969-5536
Live Chat
classwallet.my.site.com/classwallet
To learn more, explore NCSEAA’s Education Student Accounts page.
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 ESA+ and practical next steps for the school year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my ESA+ with Veritas Press?
Yes. In MyPortal, go to “Pay Vendor,” search for Veritas Press in ClassWallet, and submit your products or tuition items for review. Once NCSEAA approves, funds are released to Veritas.
Is my child eligible?
North Carolina residents with a documented disability who need special education or related services are eligible.
How much funding does ESA+ provide?
Either $9,000 or $17,000 per year, depending on the student’s documented disability.
When can I apply?
The annual priority application window is typically February–March. Apply through MyPortal.
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 North Carolina Plan Together
A single conversation with a Veritas Family Consultant can bring clarity to how your ESA+ can support a classical Christian education—one that prepares your child for college, for life, and for everything God has in store for them.
