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Ohio EdChoice Scholarships: Improving Possibilities at MVS
With the expansion of Ohio EdChoice, all K-12 students in Ohio can use a state EdChoice scholarship to attend The Miami Valley School starting with the 2026-2027 school year. The EdChoice scholarship provides the opportunity for students to attend an approved private school at a reduced cost by taking their state-allocated funds with them. Ohio EdChoice makes an MVS education more accessible and affordable for families across the Dayton area.
With the expansion of Ohio EdChoice, all K-12 students in Ohio can use a state EdChoice scholarship to attend The Miami Valley School starting with the 2026-2027 school year. The EdChoice scholarship provides the opportunity for students to attend an approved private school at a reduced cost by taking their state-allocated funds with them. Ohio EdChoice makes an MVS education more accessible and affordable for families across the Dayton area.
What EdChoice Means for MVS
- Participation in the Ohio EdChoice program does not affect our curriculum, nor does it affect the selectivity of our admissions. MVS retains the same curricular freedom and high admissions standards that have set us apart in the Dayton area for over 60 years.
- Participation in the EdChoice program does not require MVS students to take one specific standardized test for eligibility.
- The program does require the school to administer some approved forms of testing. Some approved tests are already in place at MVS (for example, MAP assessments in the lower and middle schools).
- As an EdChoice provider, MVS retains its unique character as an independent school while also providing families in Ohio a leg up to afford Dayton's #1 education.
Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Application Process
List of 3 items.
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Step 1
Families of current and newly enrolled students submit the required documentation to MVS:- Completed Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program Request Form
- Child’s birth certificate
- Proof of current address (typically current utility bill).
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Step 2
MVS submits the EdChoice Scholarship application to the state on the family’s behalf. If the family is applying to the expansion program, then the caregiver completes the income verification step through the state portal. -
Step 3
Once the EdChoice Scholarship application is approved, families receive confirmation of scholarship awards and the funds are sent to MVS to be credited to students' tuition accounts.
Ohio EdChoice Maximum Scholarship - Special Designations
List of 3 items.
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Low-Income Status - At or Below 200% of FPL
Is your household's Adjusted Gross Income at or under 200% of the Federal Poverty Level? If so, your child automatically qualifies for the maximum EdChoice Scholarship and MVS does not charge your family any additional tuition. Any fees charged by the school (athletics, dining, etc.) still apply.
If your family qualifies for Low-Income Status through EdChoice, you should not apply for the MVS flexible tuition program through Clarity, since you will not have any more tuition charged to you.
Check your AGI (line 11 of your federal 1040 form) and cross-reference it with this chart from the State of Ohio to see if your family qualifies for a Low-Income Status designation. -
Assigned to Designated Underperforming School
If the public school that your child would attend is designated "Underperforming" by the State of Ohio, your child qualifies for the maximum Traditional EdChoice scholarship, even if they are already attending private school. You can use this tool to look up if your child is assigned to a Designated Underperforming School.
Families who fall under this designation can receive additional reduced tuition from MVS through the need-based flexible tuition program, merit scholarships, and other programs. You should apply for the flexible tuition program through Clarity if you need a further tuition reduction. -
Household Income 200-450% of FPL or higher
If your family's Adjusted Gross Income falls between 200% and 450% of the Federal Poverty Level, your child qualifies for the maximum EdChoice scholarship. Check your AGI (line 11 on your 1040) and reference this chart to estimate whether you are at or below 450% of the FPL.
Families who fall under this designation can also receive additional reduced tuition from MVS through the need-based flexible tuition program, merit scholarships, and other programs. You should apply for the flexible tuition program through Clarity if you need a further tuition reduction.
If your family's adjusted gross income is greater than 450% of the federal poverty level, the scholarship amount decreases with each percentage point to a minimum of 10% of the full scholarship amount. So all families qualify for some scholarship funds.
Ohio EdChoice FAQ
List of 10 frequently asked questions.
Have additional questions? Email edchoice@miamivalleyschool.org!
Optimizing Affordability at MVS
The Ohio EdChoice scholarship program is just one of the ways that MVS is accessible and affordable for your family. From our robust need-based flexible tuition program for all K-12 students, to our merit scholarship program for new students in grades 6-12, to the multi-child discount, an MVS education is within your reach.
The Ohio EdChoice scholarship program is just one of the ways that MVS is accessible and affordable for your family. From our robust need-based flexible tuition program for all K-12 students, to our merit scholarship program for new students in grades 6-12, to the multi-child discount, an MVS education is within your reach.
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