Indy Standard

State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) is urging families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the September 1 deadline.

Prescott highlighted that the program offers monetary scholarships to students with disabilities, which can be used for various educational resources tailored to their learning needs. These funds are applicable toward pre-approved educational programs, therapies, services, tuition and fees at private schools, curricular materials, and other education-related expenses.

"This scholarship helps parents provide the best schooling for their children with disabilities," Prescott stated. "I urge eligible families to take advantage of this great opportunity and receive support to access high-quality education resources tailored to their child's needs."

Scholarships are available for students aged 5 to 22 who reside in Indiana, require special education services, and meet specific financial criteria. The scholarship funds are not considered income and do not affect other financial aid such as Medicaid that students may already receive.

During the 2024 legislative session, Prescott supported a new law expanding ESAs to include siblings of students with disabilities, even if those siblings do not have a disability. Students without a disability requiring special education services can receive state tuition support up to $8,000, while those requiring special education services can receive up to $20,000.

Applications for eligible students are open until September 1. For more information on providers and qualified schools or to apply, visit in.gov/tos/inesa.