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FES-EO Guide

FES-EO reimbursement guide for Florida families

For private-school scholarship families using FES-EO, reimbursement prep starts with clear documentation: what was purchased, who it was for, when it was paid, and why it fits the current scholarship rules.

Last reviewed: May 27, 2026

Start with the scholarship structure

The handbook explains that FTC and FES-EO students use scholarship funds for full-time eligible private-school tuition and fees first. Any remaining funds may be used for other eligible expenses, which is why reimbursement documents still need to be category-specific and clean.

What to prepare for a reimbursement packet

  • Itemized receipt or invoice with a full cost breakdown.
  • Proof of payment showing the date, provider name, amount, and payment method.
  • Any category-specific support, such as provider credentials or service details.
  • Documentation showing the expense belongs to the specific scholarship student when the category requires it.

MyScholarShop and reimbursement can overlap

The FES-EO handbook makes an important distinction: an item can appear in MyScholarShop and still be something a parent later buys out of pocket. If the out-of-pocket purchase is for an identical eligible item at a lower price, the parent should still be reimbursed under the scholarship rules.

Common FES-EO issue: a packet may be denied not because the item is obviously ineligible, but because the wrong category was used or the payment documentation did not actually prove that the purchase was paid.

Related resources

Marketplace
MyScholarShop vs reimbursement Use this when you need to decide whether to buy through EMA or build a reimbursement packet.
Invoices
Provider invoice requirements Check the fields Step Up expects across services, tuition, and support documents.

Official sources to verify

Use the private-school family handbook and current purchasing guide as the official source of truth.

Step Up purchasing guides Step Up FAQ help center

Verification note: This page is general information, not official Step Up For Students guidance. Verify current rules, deadlines, and document requirements on the Step Up For Students website before submitting.