How much does private school cost in Indiana?

Average private school tuition in Indiana is $8,200/year. With financial aid, the average family pays significantly less. 58% of families receive some form of aid.

State Voucher / ESA Available

Private School Financial Aid in Indiana

Q: What financial aid is available for private school in Indiana?

Indiana has 3 financial aid programs for private school: Choice Scholarship (Voucher): Income-based at 400% FPL (~$111K/family of 4). Covers 50-90% of state per-pupil funding. School Scholarship Tax Credit: 50% tax credit for SGO donations. SGOs award need-based scholarships. Indiana tuition tax deduction: $1,000 deduction from state taxable income for tuition expenses. About 58% of private school families in Indiana receive some form of tuition reduction.

2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply

Indiana has a state-funded voucher or ESA program, plus 2 other aid sources. Average tuition is $8,200/year and 58% of families receive some form of tuition reduction.

Avg Tuition

$8,200

per year

Aid Programs

available

Families Aided

58%

receive some aid

Avg Aid Award

$5,200

need-based

Check Your Eligibility

Enter your household income to see which Indiana programs you might qualify for.

Annual household income ($)

School-age children

Gross income before taxes. Income limits shown for a family of 4; actual limits scale with household size.

Indiana Financial Aid Programs

All available programs for private school families in 2026

Choice Scholarship (Voucher)

Income-based at 400% FPL (~$111K/family of 4). Covers 50-90% of state per-pupil funding

Income limit: $111,000/year (family of 4)

$7,752

/year max

School Scholarship Tax Credit

50% tax credit for SGO donations. SGOs award need-based scholarships

Varies

by school

Indiana tuition tax deduction

$1,000 deduction from state taxable income for tuition expenses

$1,000

/year max

The Full Picture in Indiana

Indiana is a top-tier state for private school affordability. The Choice Scholarship covers up to $7,752/year for families under $111K. Stack it with an SGO scholarship and the $1,000 state tax deduction. Many Indiana families pay less than $1,000/year out of pocket. The Choice Scholarship has been running since 2011 and is well-established — over 40,000 students use it.

Want voucher-specific details? See our Indiana school voucher eligibility page for income thresholds by household size, application links, and enrollment deadlines.

How to Apply for Aid in Indiana

Apply for state programs first

Start with the state voucher/ESA. It's the biggest single award. Then apply for tax credit scholarships if available.

Apply for school-based aid at every school

Most schools use TADS, FACTS, or SSS for financial aid assessment. Apply by January-February for the following school year. School aid stacks with state programs.

Check private scholarship organizations

Local nonprofits, community foundations, and religious organizations often provide additional scholarships. Search "[your city] private school scholarships" for local options.

Claim your state tax deduction

Indiana offers a $1,000 state tax deduction for private school tuition expenses.