How Do I Get Started
Getting Started with the Choice Scholarship
Five clear steps from checking eligibility to your child's first day at the best choice school for them.
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Check your eligibility
Starting with the 2026-27 school year, eligibility is universal for Indiana K-12 students, with no income cap. Confirm school participation and current requirements with the Indiana Department of Education. Gather proof of Indiana residency so you're ready.
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Research and visit the best choice schools
List what matters most for your child, then explore participating schools, including online options. Tour, ask questions, and compare total costs.
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Apply to the school
Complete the school's admissions process. Your child must be accepted by a participating school before the scholarship can be awarded.
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Complete the scholarship application through the school
Apply to and be accepted by a participating school first. The school typically submits your Choice Scholarship application to the Indiana Department of Education on your behalf. Watch for requests for documents and respond quickly.
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What happens next
The scholarship is paid directly to the participating school on your child's behalf, not to the family. Review any remaining costs, and remember to renew each year.