Use ESA & State Scholarship Funds for GameU Classes
Eligible families may be able to use ESA, scholarship, and other state education funds for qualifying GameU classes in coding, game design, digital art, animation, and more.
Find Education Funding Programs in Your State
Select your state to see which funding options GameU supports and how eligible families can use available funds. Funding options are currently available through select programs in Arizona and Florida, with additional states being explored.
Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA)
Use eligible ESA funds for qualifying GameU classes through ClassWallet.
Explore Arizona ESAStep Up For Students Scholarships
Use eligible scholarship funds for qualifying GameU programs.
Explore Florida Step UpKeep Checking Back for New States
Additional states and funding options are on the way.
Don't See Your State Yet?
GameU is continuing to explore additional state education funding programs.
How to Use ESA or Scholarship Funds for GameU
Find Your State
See which GameU funding options are available where you live.
Review Your Funding Options
Check eligibility, payment requirements, and available services.
Choose Your GameU Program
Find the option that matches your student's interests and goals.
Use Your Available Funds
Follow your state's approved payment process.
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GameU welcomes students of all abilities, including students with disabilities, students with autism, and other students who are neurodivergent. Our personalized 1:1 instruction adapts to each student’s interests, strengths, goals, and learning needs.
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Build original projects through interests like game design, coding, Minecraft, Roblox, digital art, and animation.
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Education Savings Account & Scholarship FAQs
What is an Education Savings Account (ESA)?
Education Savings Accounts are state-administered programs that allow eligible families to use designated education funds for approved learning expenses outside or alongside traditional public-school options.
Specific rules, funding amounts, eligible expenses, and participation requirements vary by state.
What can ESA funds be used for?
Depending on the state and program, funds may be used for qualifying expenses such as curriculum, tutoring, educational services, online learning, instructional materials, therapies, assessments, or other approved educational expenses.
Families should always verify current requirements with the program administering their state's funds.
Can ESA funds pay for online classes?
Some state programs allow qualifying online classes, tutoring, instructional services, or other educational programs. Eligibility varies by state, provider, service, and program requirements.
Select your state above to see the GameU options currently available.
Can I use ESA or scholarship funds for GameU classes?
GameU participates in selected state education funding programs. Availability and eligible GameU services vary by state.
Use the state finder above to see the current funding options available where you live.
Can ESA or state scholarship funds be used for GameU classes for students with special needs?
GameU works with students with a range of learning needs, including students with disabilities, students with autism, and other students who are neurodivergent.
Whether ESA or scholarship funds can be used for a specific GameU class depends on the rules and eligible expenses of each state program.
Does every state offer an Education Savings Account?
No. Education funding programs differ significantly by state. Some states operate Education Savings Accounts, while others use scholarships, vouchers, tax-credit programs, reimbursements, or other funding structures.
Is GameU an ESA-approved provider?
GameU participates in selected ESA, scholarship, and state education funding programs. Provider status, approved services, purchasing requirements, and terminology vary between programs.
Select your state for current details.
How do I find ESA-approved providers or vendors?
Each state program determines how families locate participating providers. Some programs maintain marketplaces or vendor directories, while others allow direct payment, reimbursement, or other purchasing methods.
Your state's GameU page will explain the applicable process when available.
Can ESA funds be used for STEM or enrichment programs?
Some state programs allow qualifying STEM, enrichment, tutoring, or supplemental educational services. Whether a particular program qualifies depends on the state's rules and the service being purchased.
Can homeschool families use ESA funding?
Some Education Savings Account and scholarship programs are available to homeschool families, while others have different eligibility requirements. Families should review the current rules for their individual state program.
How do I pay GameU using state education funds?
The payment process depends on the state program. Families may use systems such as ClassWallet, program marketplaces, direct-pay processes, reimbursements, or other approved methods.
The individual state page will provide the appropriate instructions.
Are GameU classes personalized to my child’s interests and learning needs?
GameU’s personalized 1:1 instruction can adapt to each student’s interests, strengths, goals, pace, and learning needs.
Instructors can adjust projects, communication, and teaching strategies while students explore subjects such as game design, coding, Minecraft, Roblox, digital art, and animation.
State education funding programs, eligibility requirements, approved expenses, and payment processes vary by state and may change. GameU does not determine eligibility or purchase approval. Families should review current state program guidance before enrolling or making a purchase.
Ready to Use State Education Funding With GameU?
Whether you already have funding or are just getting started, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Complete the form below to tell us a little about your family and the education funding program you’re exploring. A GameU Program Coordinator will follow up to answer your questions, help determine which GameU programs may qualify, and guide you through the next steps for enrollment and payment.
General State Funding Lead
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