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School Choice in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania offers 2 school choice programs serving 85,611 students.

2
Programs
85,611
Students Enrolled

Available Programs

Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC)

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Pennsylvania's EITC is one of the nation's largest tax credit scholarship programs by participation. Businesses receive 75-90% tax credits (up to $750,000/year) for donations to Scholarship Organizations (SOs) or Educational Improvement Organizations (EIOs). Scholarships fund private school tuition for students from families earning less than $112,348 plus $19,775 per dependent, with enhanced credits for serving economically disadvantaged students.

66,838 students enrolledEst. 2001Grades PK-12

Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program (OSTC)

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The OSTC provides tax credits for businesses donating to Scholarship Organizations that serve students in low-achieving school zones. Students must reside in a school zone ranked in the bottom 15% of public schools on state PSSA assessments, and come from families earning less than the income threshold. Created by Act 85 of 2012.

18,773 students enrolledEst. 2012Grades K-12

School Choice in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania operates two major tax credit scholarship programs: the EITC (2001, 66,838 students, $590M annual cap) and the OSTC (2012, 18,773 students). Together they form one of the largest tax-credit scholarship systems in the nation, providing 75-90% business tax credits for donations to Scholarship Organizations serving income-eligible students.

Frequently Asked Questions

What school choice programs are available in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania offers 2 school choice programs: Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC), Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program (OSTC). These programs serve 85,611 students statewide.
Who is eligible for school choice programs in Pennsylvania?
Eligibility varies by program. Requirements may include income limits, student categories (special needs, foster care, military families), grade level restrictions, or prior public school attendance. Use our eligibility calculator to check your family's qualifications.
How do I apply for school choice programs in Pennsylvania?
Each program has its own application process and timeline. Visit the individual program pages above for specific application instructions, deadlines, and required documentation. You can also use our eligibility calculator to find which programs you may qualify for.

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