South Carolina Education Scholarship Trust Fund at a Glance
The program allows families to use scholarship funds on approved education expenses so they can create a learning experience that best fits their child’s needs.
Funding
$7,500 Average
- Average amount: $7,500
- Use it for: Private school tuition, online education, textbooks, curriculum, and more
- ESTF Participant Handbook (PDF)
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- South Carolina residents in grades K–12 enrolled outside of their zoned public school
- Household income at or below 500% of the federal poverty level (about $160,750 for a family of four)
- Prior public school attendance is no longer required
- Applications: ESTFSC.com, with tiered application windows
Qualifying educational expenses include private school tuition, online education, textbooks, curriculum, and more.
When do funds arrive? Once you’re approved, the first disbursement typically arrives in late July, and you’ll access your funds through ClassWallet.
How to Use Your ESTF Scholarship with Veritas Press
ESTF funds are managed through ClassWallet’s Family Wallet platform. You can purchase Veritas Press materials directly, pay tuition with an invoice, or submit for reimbursement.
South Carolina ESTF Resources
Program Resources
Program Administrator
South Carolina Department of Education
Applications
ESTFSC.com
ESA Parent Handbook
ESTF Participant Handbook (PDF)
Payments
Payment Manager
ClassWallet
Email
[email protected]
Phone
(877) 969-5536
Live Chat
classwallet.my.site.com/classwallet
To learn more, explore the ESTF FAQ.
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 ESTF scholarship and practical next steps for the school year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my ESTF scholarship with Veritas Press?
Yes. Shop Veritas Press curriculum in the ClassWallet Marketplace, pay for online tuition with a Veritas invoice using “Pay Vendor,” or submit a reimbursement for a past purchase.
Is my child eligible?
South Carolina residents in grades K–12 who are enrolled outside of their zoned public school, from households earning at or below 500% of the federal poverty level (about $160,750 for a family of four). Prior public school attendance is no longer required.
How much funding does ESTF provide?
About $7,500 on average.
How do I pay for Veritas Scholars Academy tuition?
Select “Pay Vendor” in ClassWallet and submit an invoice from Veritas that includes provider details, the student’s name, and the specific service. Just ask us for the invoice.
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 South Carolina Plan Together
A single conversation with a Veritas Family Consultant can bring clarity to how your ESTF 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.
