Hundreds of families have already applied for new Missouri tax credit scholarships

Some Missouri parents can now apply for scholarships for their children to attend private schools or other alternatives to their local public schools. And hundreds already have.

It’s part of a new school choice program the Missouri legislature passed last year. The state just began accepting applications and donations to fund the program.

Low-income families and students with Individual Education Plans are eligible for the scholarships and could receive up to $6,375 to cover the cost of attending private schools, parochial schools or even some costs associated with virtual or home school.