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Scholarships

Awaken Christian Academy is approved for the Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program (Opportunity Scholarship), helping K–8 families make a Christ-centered education affordable.

Nevada Opportunity Scholarship

How the program works

  1. Businesses give

    Taxpayers who are required to pay Nevada’s Modified Business Tax receive a tax credit for donations made to Scholarship Grant Organizations (SGOs).

  2. SGOs award scholarships

    The SGOs use those funds as scholarships for kindergarten through 8th grade students who attend private school and fall within the income guidelines.

  3. Your child attends ACA

    Awaken Christian Academy is approved to be part of this program, so scholarship funds can be applied to your child’s education here.

Official program details: Nevada Department of Education →

2026–2027 Directory

Registered Scholarship Grant Organizations

Apply directly with any of these organizations. All 5 serve the entire state of Nevada.

Download the official listPDF · Nevada Department of Education

Tip: each organization has its own documentation, approval requirements and deadlines. Visit their websites or call them to confirm before applying.

Good to know

Scholarship questions

Quick answers about the Nevada Opportunity Scholarship and paying for school at ACA.

What is the Nevada Opportunity Scholarship?

The Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program (Opportunity Scholarship) lets businesses that pay the Modified Business Tax receive a tax credit for donations to Scholarship Grant Organizations, which then award scholarships to K–8 students attending private schools who fall within the income guidelines.

Is Awaken Christian Academy approved for the Opportunity Scholarship?

Yes. Awaken Christian Academy is approved to be part of the Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program.

How do I apply for a scholarship?

Apply directly with a Scholarship Grant Organization. Each SGO has its own documentation, approval requirements and deadlines, so please contact each organization for details. All 5 registered SGOs serve the entire state of Nevada.

Who can I talk to at ACA about scholarships?

Call our office at (702) 248-8879, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm.

Next Steps

Plan for your child’s education

Review this year’s tuition and fees, then start your application. Questions? Call (702) 248-8879.