Ohio
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Mike DeWine
Governor , R
EFTC Status in Ohio
Governor Mike DeWine confirmed Ohio's participation by late January 2026. Exact announcement date not publicly reported.
Great news!
Ohio has opted in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit.
Governor signed on to the program; specific mechanism not publicly detailed.
EFTC Readiness Checklist for Ohio Schools
Ohio has opted in to the EFTC. Use this 7-step checklist to prepare your school for participation.
Confirm Eligibility
Verify your school is an eligible K-12 institution (private, religious, or homeschool cooperative) under EFTC program rules.
Identify SGOs
Research which Scholarship Granting Organizations operate in Ohio. Contact them to understand application processes and timelines.
Estimate Family Eligibility
Use the EFTC Income Eligibility Calculator to estimate how many of your families fall within the 300% median income threshold.
Open CalculatorPrepare Documentation
Gather documentation of qualifying educational expenses: tuition, fees, tutoring, curriculum materials, and educational therapy costs.
Designate a Coordinator
Assign an EFTC coordinator to manage scholarship applications, SGO partnerships, and family communications.
Develop Communication Plan
Create materials to inform families about EFTC eligibility, the application process, and covered expenses. Plan for information sessions and one-on-one support.
Build SGO Relationships
Establish relationships with at least one SGO before the application window opens. Understand their requirements, reporting expectations, and disbursement timelines.
Recent News
School Choice Ohio thanked Governor DeWine for signing onto the federal tax credit program.
January 27, 2026 · NBC4 WCMH-TV
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