Cross-state comparison
Browse every expense category
See where an expense is clearly allowed, conditional, prohibited, or still needs confirmation.
Private school, microschool & program tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees charged by participating private schools, microschools, hybrid programs, or qualifying education providers.
12 states clearly allow this02Curriculum, textbooks & books
Complete curricula, individual-subject programs, textbooks, workbooks, lesson plans, and required reading.
11 states clearly allow this03Online learning, software & subscriptions
Online courses, instructional platforms, educational apps, digital materials, and software subscriptions.
7 states clearly allow this04Tutoring, teaching & live classes
One-to-one tutoring, small-group teaching, live online classes, and contracted instruction.
11 states clearly allow this05Therapies & special-needs services
Education-related therapies, specialized services, and assistive supports, often subject to provider credentials or disability documentation.
7 states clearly allow this06Computers, technology & internet
Computers, tablets, printers, peripherals, internet access, assistive technology, and other devices used for education.
2 states clearly allow this07Testing, assessment & exam preparation
Standardized assessments, college entrance exams, placement tests, credential exams, and eligible exam preparation.
9 states clearly allow this08College, dual enrollment & postsecondary study
Eligible college courses, dual-credit tuition, postsecondary fees, and required materials.
6 states clearly allow this09Career, trade & life-skills education
Industry credentials, technical education, apprenticeship preparation, vocational courses, and related materials.
5 states clearly allow this10Art, music & creative learning
Lessons, classes, instruments, art materials, performance programs, and creative-production tools.
4 states clearly allow this11Sports, physical education & movement
Physical-education lessons, sports instruction, participation fees, and student equipment where the program permits them.
0 states clearly allow this12Camps, summer & after-school programs
Academic, enrichment, or specialized programs delivered outside the normal school day or during school breaks.
2 states clearly allow this13Transportation
Fee-for-service transportation to and from approved schools, providers, services, or activities.
2 states clearly allow this14School uniforms
Required school uniforms or program-specific clothing, often with strict vendor and item limits.
4 states clearly allow this15Supplies, equipment & educational kits
Consumable school supplies, subject materials, manipulatives, lab gear, educational equipment, and subscription kits.
5 states clearly allow this16Planning, portfolios & recordkeeping
Homeschool planners, gradebooks, portfolio tools, scheduling systems, and recordkeeping services.
0 states clearly allow this17Field trips, museums & educational memberships
Admission, field-trip fees, museum or library memberships, and educational experiences away from home.
0 states clearly allow this