Music lessons with New Hampshire ESA and scholarship funds

What is covered, conditions and how to pay

Status

Covered with conditions. Lessons and instruments covered; concert tickets are not.

Conditions

Music lessons and instruction as an education program (RSA 194-F:2, II(j)); the teacher must be on the Approved Provider List. Musical instruments as instructional materials supporting the core knowledge domain of music appreciation. Private school music and band activity fees are covered as school fees.

Limits

No dollar cap stated for instruments or lessons.

Payment routes

Marketplace Orders, Direct Pay Orders, Reimbursement Orders

Documentation

Direct Pay invoice or receipt from the approved music teacher (dates of lessons, amount per pupil); Marketplace order or retailer receipt for an instrument.

Not allowed

Tickets for concerts, opera and similar live entertainment; music streaming services; karaoke machines and PA speakers; lessons from a parent or family member.

Example

Weekly music lessons from an approved instructor

Source

CSF NH EFA Parent Handbook, Allowable Use Categories, RSA 194-F:2 II.(e) instructional materials, p. 21; 'Education programs; tuition and fees pursuant to (RSA 194-F:2 II.(j))', p. 23 (version Updated August 2026). Checked 2026-10-19.

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