You'll have to reapply
Unfunded applicants don't roll over. The Legislature convenes January 12, 2027 and will decide year-two funding, and the Comptroller hasn't announced 2027-28 dates.
Siblings first
In year two, siblings of current participants are placed ahead of new applicants. If one of your children was funded and another wasn't, the second child's odds improve a lot.
Catholic families
The Diocese of Dallas Catholic Schools Office Tuition Assistance Program runs on its own calendar through FACTS. Last cycle the priority round for current families closed Dec. 20 and the regular round closed Mar. 20.
Other schools
Press schools on need-based aid, compare partner church schools, and keep an eye out for North Texas scholarship organizations under the federal tax credit beginning in January 2027.
Homeschool bridge
Dallas County homeschoolers past eighth grade can take tuition-waived dual credit at Dallas College, which keeps a high schooler moving while you wait.
Keep the seat
Many Dallas private schools hold re-enrollment in January and February. Tell your school you plan to reapply so it can plan around a mid-year award.
Next step
Start the funding check. It takes about two minutes, and an advisor will follow up with every source your family is eligible for and the deadlines attached to each.