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Tennessee Education Freedom Scholarship providers: 294 registered schools for 2026–27
Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship (EFS) program lists 294 registered school providersfor the 2026–27 school year. This guide explains how to read the list, what “registered” means, the key program dates, and how the $7,530 scholarship is distributed.
What the 294 registered schools number means
Tennessee’s EFS school provider list for 2026–27 contains 294 schools registered to participate. This is a current-year snapshot, not a permanent list. Schools register each year — a school on the list this year may not be registered next year, and new schools may join. The official Tennessee EFS page is the only authoritative source for current registered schools.
What “registered” means vs. what it does not mean
- Registered means: The school has met Tennessee’s EFS program participation requirements and filed registration for the current program year. The school is eligible to receive EFS scholarship funds for enrolled students.
- Registered does not mean: The school is accredited by a regional body, has unlimited seats for scholarship students, or is guaranteed to be on the list next year.
- Families should verify: Whether the school has seats available for new scholarship students, whether the school re-registers each year, and whether the school’s tuition fits within the scholarship amount (or what family copay is expected).
Key Tennessee EFS dates for 2026–27
| Date / window | What happens |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | School and family applications open |
| April 30, 2026 | School applications close |
| June 2026 | Award decisions begin; school enrollment due dates |
| August 15 (first disbursement) | 50% of $7,530 scholarship disbursed to participating families |
| October 15 | 20% disbursement |
| January 15 | 20% disbursement |
| March 15 | 10% final disbursement |
Tennessee EFS scholarship amount: $7,530 for 2026–27
The Tennessee EFS scholarship amount for 2026–27 is $7,530, disbursed in four installments. Families should confirm with their school whether tuition is within the $7,530 amount, and what the school’s process is for receiving scholarship payments.
How to find and verify a registered Tennessee EFS school
- Go to Tennessee’s EFS program page. The registered school list is published there for the current program year. Do not rely on informal lists or word of mouth.
- Search by county, school name, or grade level. Confirm the school is on the current-year list, not last year’s.
- Contact the school directly. Confirm they are accepting new scholarship students, what the enrollment process is, whether they expect a family copay, and what the deadlines are.
- Verify the scholarship process at the school. Some schools require families to apply to the school before the scholarship is officially awarded. Start early.
Tennessee EFS eligibility and enrollment cap
- The program may serve up to 20,000 students
- Lottery priority and income thresholds apply to initial award decisions
- Apply during the open family application window — do not wait
- Verify current income thresholds on Tennessee’s EFS page for the current year
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Frequently asked questions
How many Tennessee EFS providers are registered for 2026–27?
Tennessee's EFS school provider list for 2026–27 includes 294 schools registered to participate in the program. That list is official and publicly accessible on Tennessee's ESA program page.
What does 'registered' mean for Tennessee EFS school providers?
A registered EFS school is one that has filed the required registration with the state for the current program year. Registration is not the same as accreditation. It means the school has met the state's EFS program participation requirements and is eligible to receive EFS scholarship funds for enrolled students. A school may be registered one year and not the next if they do not re-register.
What is the Tennessee EFS scholarship amount for 2026–27?
Tennessee's EFS scholarship amount for 2026–27 is $7,530. Disbursements follow a schedule: August 15 (50%), October 15 (20%), January 15 (20%), and March 15 (10%).
What are the Tennessee EFS key dates for 2026–27?
Tennessee's EFS 2026–27 key dates include: school applications open in January 2026, family applications open in January 2026, school applications close April 30 2026, awards decisions begin June 2026, and school enrollment due dates in June 2026. The exact dates can change — always verify with the Tennessee EFS program page.
What is the enrollment cap for the Tennessee EFS program?
The Tennessee EFS program was created with a cap. Tennessee's EFS page says the program may serve up to 20,000 students. Lottery priority and income thresholds apply to initial award decisions. Families should apply during the open window to avoid missing the lottery.
Who is eligible for the Tennessee EFS scholarship?
Tennessee's EFS eligibility includes Tennessee-resident students who meet the household income thresholds and other criteria set by the program for the applicable year. Income thresholds have changed since the program launched. Verify current eligibility requirements on Tennessee's EFS page before applying.