Indiana Choice Scholarship

Background

The Indiana Choice Scholarship program was established in 2011 to provide every Indiana student access to the school that best meets their learning needs. The Choice Scholarship program provides scholarships to qualified students to offset tuition costs at a non-public school of their choice.

How to Qualify

There are two components in determining eligibility for a voucher.

Step 1

Families must meet the income requirement of 300% of the federal Free or Reduced-Price School Meals (FRL):

Step 2

There are different tracks that enable a student to be eligible to participate in the Choice Scholarship Program. The tracks are listed below.

1. If your child received a Choice Scholarship in a previous school year
2. If your child received a SGO Scholarship in a previous school year
3. If your child was enrolled in a public school in Indiana for at least two semesters immediately preceding their enrollment at St. Gabriel
4. If your child’s sibling received a Choice Scholarship or a SGO Scholarship in a previous school year
5. If your child has a disability that requires special education services and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or a Service Plan (SP) has been developed.
6. If your child would be required to attend a specific public school based on his/her residence that has been assigned a “F” grade.

To Apply

To apply for a Choice Scholarship, a family must:

1. Complete an application form in the school office.
2. Submit a copy of the first 2 pages of your most recent tax return.

If you have questions regarding eligibility or completion of these forms, please contact the school office at 765-825-7951.