Utah

Opted In

Spencer Cox

Governor , R

“We're expanding opportunity for families and empowering parents to choose the best education.”

Governor Spencer Cox (Yes Every Kid)

EFTC Status in Utah

Governor Spencer Cox confirmed participation by January 2026.

Great news!

Utah has opted in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit.

Governor's executive decision; confirmed through federal reporting.

EFTC Readiness Checklist for Utah Schools

Utah has opted in to the EFTC. Use this 7-step checklist to prepare your school for participation.

1

Confirm Eligibility

Verify your school is an eligible K-12 institution (private, religious, or homeschool cooperative) under EFTC program rules.

2

Identify SGOs

Research which Scholarship Granting Organizations operate in Utah. Contact them to understand application processes and timelines.

3

Estimate Family Eligibility

Use the EFTC Income Eligibility Calculator to estimate how many of your families fall within the 300% median income threshold.

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4

Prepare Documentation

Gather documentation of qualifying educational expenses: tuition, fees, tutoring, curriculum materials, and educational therapy costs.

5

Designate a Coordinator

Assign an EFTC coordinator to manage scholarship applications, SGO partnerships, and family communications.

6

Develop Communication Plan

Create materials to inform families about EFTC eligibility, the application process, and covered expenses. Plan for information sessions and one-on-one support.

7

Build SGO Relationships

Establish relationships with at least one SGO before the application window opens. Understand their requirements, reporting expectations, and disbursement timelines.

Recent News

Utah confirmed participation in the education freedom tax credit program.

January 27, 2026 · Ballotpedia

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