Maine Town Tuitioning Program
Voucher in Maine
About This Program
The nation's second-oldest school choice program (1873). Students in Maine towns that do not operate public schools at their grade level receive public funding to attend any public or approved private school. Following the landmark Carson v. Makin Supreme Court ruling (2022), religious schools must be included. Tuition rates are capped at state-determined per-pupil averages, and sending towns pay directly to receiving schools.
Eligibility Requirements
Funding Details
Funding mechanism: Town-funded tuition paid directly to receiving schools
Approved Expenses
How to Apply
Town tuitioning is administered at the local level. If your town does not operate a public school at your child's grade level, the town pays tuition for your child to attend another public school or an approved private school. Contact your local school administrative unit (SAU) or town office to learn about available options and the enrollment process.
Disclaimer: This tool provides estimates based on publicly available program data. Always verify eligibility directly with your state's program administrator. Program rules, funding amounts, and application deadlines may change.