At a glance
Indiana has one of the older, larger voucher programs — the Choice Scholarship — and it recently removed its income cap, making it broadly available. Indiana also has an Education Scholarship Account (ESA) and a public charter sector.
This state's choice programs
The Choice Scholarship voucher helps eligible families pay private-school tuition; with the income cap removed, it is now available to a broad range of Indiana students. The Education Scholarship Account (ESA) serves students with special needs, providing a flexible account for approved expenses.
Eligibility
With the income cap removed, Choice Scholarship eligibility is now broad (most students qualify), though other criteria may apply. The ESA has its own (special-needs) eligibility. Confirm current rules.
Applying
Apply for the Choice Scholarship through a participating private school; apply for the ESA through the state program. Confirm windows and requirements.
Public school choice, too
Remember: “school choice” also includes public options available in every state:
- Open enrollment / transfersAttend a public school outside your zone, where allowed (see our finding-your-school guide)
- Charter schoolsTuition-free public schools of choice (where available)
- Magnet schoolsTuition-free public schools with a specialized focus
- HomeschoolingLegal in all 50 states (rules vary)
Tips for families
- Confirm the current programThis area changes fast — verify eligibility, amounts, and deadlines
- Watch the deadlines & capsMany programs have windows and funding caps
- Understand what’s coveredESAs are flexible; vouchers usually cover tuition only
- Check your school participatesNot every private school accepts every program
- Combine with school aidChoice funds can stack with a school’s own financial aid
Frequently asked questions
- Does Indiana have a private-school-choice program?Yes — Indiana has the Choice Scholarship voucher (income cap removed) plus an ESA for special needs.
- What’s the difference between an ESA and a voucher?A voucher pays a private school directly; an ESA is a flexible parent-managed account for many approved expenses.
- What is a tax-credit scholarship?Donors get a tax credit for giving to organizations that fund private-school scholarships.
- Is there public school choice too?Yes — open enrollment, charters, and magnets (plus homeschooling).
- Where do I confirm the details?On the official state program site (see below).
At a glance
- FlagshipChoice Scholarship (voucher)
- ChangeIncome cap removed — broadly available
- AlsoEducation Scholarship Account (ESA)
- PlusPublic charters
- Confirm withThe state program
Where to confirm
Confirm current programs and eligibility with the official source: