Oklahoma
Opted in on January 27, 2026
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Kevin Stitt
Governor , R
“Every Oklahoma child deserves access to the best education possible, no matter their zip code or family income.”
Governor Kevin Stitt, January 27, 2026 (OCPA)
EFTC Status in Oklahoma
Governor Kevin Stitt announced Oklahoma's opt-in on January 27, 2026, alongside the creation of the Oklahoma School Choice Hub.
Great news!
Oklahoma has opted in to the Education Freedom Tax Credit.
Executive order establishing Oklahoma School Choice Hub plus opt-in to federal tax credit program during National School Choice Week.
EFTC Readiness Checklist for Oklahoma Schools
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma. 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
On June 8, 2026, the IRS announced in release IR-2026-76 that 27 states, including Oklahoma, had elected to participate in the new federal scholarship tax credit program created by the One Big Beautiful Bill, confirming Governor Kevin Stitt's opt-in. States opt in by filing IRS Form 15714, and beginning January 1, 2027 donors may claim a federal credit of up to $1,700 for contributions to qualified scholarship granting organizations.
· Internal Revenue Service (IR-2026-76)
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