The family budget desk

Texas private school cost & TEFA calculator

Compare school costs with and without funding, then preview the basic Texas voucher rules. This screening does not determine eligibility, selection, an award, or admission. No income or child information leaves this calculator.

No sign-up. Your financial and eligibility answers stay in this page and are cleared when you leave.

Your school budget

Plan for one child at a time. Start with a school’s actual quote, then compare the effect of aid and funding.

School reference (optional)

Annual tuition

Required school fees

Other annual costs

Meals, transport, uniforms, care, activities, or other expenses.Confirmed school aid / discounts

Use aid confirmed after the school considers any TEFA award. Do not assume aid stacks.

Voucher scenarioMonths to spread your family budgetBudget planning only. This does not create a school payment plan.

Sources & last checked

Texas TEFA: family eligibility, awards and application status ↗ · Checked 2026-09-08
Texas TEFA: school aid, tuition and fee guidelines ↗ · Checked 2026-09-08
HHS: 2026 poverty guidelines used for 2026–27 priority estimates ↗ · Checked 2026-09-08