Empower Your Child’s Education with a Scholarship Catered to their needs.

Supporting Utah Families of Students with Disabilities

Navigating educational choices for your child with disabilities can be challenging. The Carson Smith Opportunity Scholarship (CSOS), administered by the Children First Education Fund, offers financial assistance to help your child thrive in a learning environment that best suits their needs.

Is Your Child Eligible?

Your child may qualify for a scholarship if:

They are between the ages of 3 and 21.
They have a documented disability as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
They are not currently enrolled in a public or charter school.
They reside in Utah with a custodial parent or legal guardian.

Note: Students currently receiving the legacy Carson Smith Scholarship or the Utah Fits All Scholarship are not eligible for another scholarship in the same year.

What Can the Scholarship Cover?

Our scholarships provide funds that can be used for:

Tuition and fees at eligible private schools.

Homeschooling expenses, including curriculum and instructional materials.

Educational therapies and treatments related to your child's needs.

How Much Support Can You Expect?

Scholarship amounts are determined based on:

Household size and income.
The level of services required as outlined in your child’s eligibility documentation.

For detailed information on award amounts, please refer to our Scholarship Award Amounts.

Ready to Apply?

The application process is straightforward. To guide you through each step, we’ve prepared comprehensive resources:

Need Assistance?

Our team is here to support you. If you have questions or need help with the application process, please contact us at: