Last verified: October 2026
What is the deadline for a new Orlando family to apply for the 2026-27 Private School Scholarship?
New-family application deadline for the 2026-27 Private School Scholarship (FTC/FES-EO) and Unique Abilities (FES-UA).
When must a new Orange County student accept the award?
Deadline for new 2026-27 students to accept the award in EMA, for the school to enter Quarter 3 enrollment and for the parent to approve it.
When does the federal scholarship tax credit start?
Federal scholarship tax credit begins; Florida opted in and Step Up For Students is setting up the administering fund.
When does the 2027-28 application season open?
2027-28 application season: this year's window opened Feb 1, but Step Up had not posted 2027-28 dates as of Oct 28, 2026. Renewal and PEP application close in the 2026-27 pattern; 2026-27 PEP applications are already closed.
Dates Step Up has confirmed versus dates still expected
The table lays the options side by side.
| Status | Dates |
|---|---|
| Confirmed on Step Up's 2026-27 calendar | Nov 15, 2026 · Dec 15, 2026 · Jan 15, 2027 · Feb 15, 2027 |
| Expected, not yet posted | Feb 1, 2027 · Apr 30, 2027 |
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How do I start?
Complete the two-minute funding check and an advisor will call with the amounts and dates that apply to your family.