Ohio EdChoice Income-Based Expansion Scholarship
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Summary
The Ohio Income-Based Scholarship, also known as EdChoice Expansion, aims to increase educational options and school choice for Ohio families by providing state-funded scholarships for K-12 students to attend participating private schools based on their household income level. There are over 450 participating private schools that accept scholarship students.
Student Funding
Funding Type: Voucher
Students whose family’s adjusted gross income is at or below 450% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPL) are eligible to receive:
- Grades K-8: $6,165
- Grades 9-12: $8,407
Private schools must accept the scholarship as full tuition for families with incomes below 200% of the FPL.
Students whose family’s adjusted gross income is above 450% FPL will receive a reduced scholarship based on the family’s adjusted gross income level and will be responsible for any additional tuition.
The scholarship will pay up to the designated amount, or the amount of the school’s tuition, if less. The program’s annual funding allocation from the state limits the number of scholarships.
Student Eligibility
Any Ohio student entering grades K-12 can apply, unless they are eligible for the traditional EdChoice or the Cleveland Scholarship
To confirm your child is eligible for this scholarship or any other Ohio educational scholarship program, use the School Choice Ohio site.
Rules & Requirements
- Families qualify at different levels:
- At or below 450% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPL) are eligible to receive the full scholarship
- Incomes above 450% FPL receive prorated scholarship amounts.
- Residency: Applicants must be residents of Ohio.
- Educational Status: Students entering K-12 grades.
- School Requirements: Families can use funds at eligible private schools that meet state standards.
- Application Window: Refer to the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship page on the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce site for deadlines.
Using Your Funds
The scholarship can only be used for tuition. Parents and/or guardians may have to pay additional tuition amounts, registration fees, material fees and other similar types of fees.
How to Apply
- Check Eligibility: Review the How to Apply for EdChoice Expansion page on the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce site. You can find additional resources on the EdChoice Expansion Scholarship Resources page.
- Gather Documentation: Collect required documents, including proof of income and residency. Remember to set up an account on the Parent Portal site.
- Choose an Eligible Private School: Select an eligible private school by selecting Educational Choice Scholarship Expansion from the left hand menu. Apply to the private school through their regular admission process and confirm your child has been accepted.
- Complete the Application: Once your child is accepted by the school, the school can submit a scholarship application on your child’s behalf. You will need to send your income verification form and copies of supporting documents to the Ohio Department of Education (either online or through the mail).
For other Ohio School Choice Programs: Refer to our Ohio State Summary.