The Expansion of School Vouchers in North Carolina
The state of North Carolina has taken a significant step forward in its education reform efforts by expanding its school voucher program.
The Opportunity Scholarship Program is a taxpayer-funded program that provides grants to students in need of financial assistance to attend private schools. The program is funded by the state’s base budget, which includes $600 million for Opportunity Scholarship awards this fall. The Opportunity Scholarship Program is designed to help students from low-income families access better educational opportunities. The program provides grants to students who are eligible for the program, which are typically students from low-income families who are struggling in public schools. The taxpayer-funded grants are worth between $3,458 and $7,686 per student.
Eligibility Criteria
The Opportunity Scholarship is available to students who are currently enrolled in a public school in North Carolina and are facing financial difficulties. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
The Opportunity Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students who are struggling to afford the costs of attending a private school.
Tier 4: The Most Eligible Applicants
Tier 4 applicants are those with household incomes above $267,000 for a family of four. This tier represents the most eligible applicants, as they are the ones who are most likely to benefit from the Opportunity Scholarship. • Key characteristics of Tier 4 applicants:
The Benefits of the Opportunity Scholarship
The Opportunity Scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students from low-income families.
