Indy Standard

State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) is urging families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the September 1 deadline.

Hall explained 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 can cover pre-approved educational programs, therapies, services, tuition and fees at private schools, curricular materials, and other education-related expenses.

"Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed," Hall stated. "These scholarships give parents the ability to access the specialized tools and services their children need to thrive academically."

Scholarships are available for students aged 5 to 22 who live 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, Hall supported a new law that expanded 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 needing special education services support 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.

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