Florida is currently Outschool’s largest public funding opportunity, serving hundreds of thousands of scholarship-funded learners.

To make live classes and tutoring services available through Florida’s Education Market Assistant (EMA) marketplace, educators must complete a separate approval process through Step Up for Students.

Why Florida Matters

Florida scholarship programs currently serve more than 478,000 learners.

Funding can range from approximately $8,000 to more than $25,000 annually depending on the scholarship program and learner needs.

Florida’s Two Purchase Paths

Education Market Assistant (EMA)

Families can purchase Outschool credit bundles and use those funds to enroll in approved live classes and tutoring services.

Educators must be approved through Step Up for Students to participate in EMA.

MyScholarShop (MSS)

Families can enroll in eligible self-paced Outschool classes through Florida’s self-paced catalog.

How to Apply

To participate in Florida’s public funding programs, you’ll need to apply directly through Step Up For Students’ Education Market Assistant (EMA) platform. 

Start your application here: http://apply.stepupforstudents.org 

For detailed instructions and screenshots, review our step-by-step guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I still need to upload credentials to Outschool?

Yes. Uploading credentials to Outschool helps determine your eligibility for other public funding opportunities and improves visibility for funded families

Can families still use Florida funds if I’m not EMA-approved?

Some Florida families may seek reimbursement independently, but EMA approval provides access to Florida’s approved provider pathway.

How do I know if I’m approved?

Florida will notify you through the EMA system once your application has been reviewed and approved. After approval, you can confirm that your eligible classes are available to Florida families by searching the EMA catalog on Outschool here: https://outschool.com/search?fundingPrograms=EMA. 

Next Steps

After approval, continue maintaining current credential information and monitor updates from Step Up for Students regarding program requirements.

Note: Funding schedules and award amounts vary by program and may change from year to year. Families should refer to their program administrator for the most current information.