Frequently Asked Questions

Clear, organized answers about how Well Planned Education works

Browse common questions about eligibility, taxpayer participation, school involvement, and program oversight. Select a category below to quickly find the information you need.

Household income is calculated using federally recognized methods that consider total annual income for all qualifying members of the household.

Specific calculation rules will follow federal ECCA guidance and may include adjusted gross income or other standardized measures. Detailed instructions will be provided during the application process to help families report income accurately.

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Program Framework

Start here for an overview of how ECCA works

Taxpayer Participation

Guidance for individuals and businesses redirecting taxes

Family Eligibility & Scholarships

Who qualifies and how scholarship funding works

School Participation

What public and private schools need to know

Marketplace & Vendor Participation

How education providers and vendors can qualify

State Participation

Understand how state opt-in affects availability

Governance & Trust

Oversight, compliance, and program transparency

Timeline & Next Steps

Key dates and how to prepare for rollout

Educational Philosophy & Impact

The long-term vision behind ECCA