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Private School Financial Aid in New Hampshire

2026 programs, income limits, and how to apply

New Hampshire has no state voucher program, but 36% of private school families still get aid through tax credit scholarships and school-based financial assistance. Average tuition: $14,200/year.

Avg Tuition
$14,200
per year
Aid Programs
2
available
Families Aided
36%
receive some aid
Avg Aid Award
$5,600
need-based

Check Your Eligibility

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

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

New Hampshire Financial Aid Programs

All available programs for private school families in 2026

Education Freedom Account

State-funded ESA. Income limit: 350% FPL (~$105K/family of 4). ~$4,700/student/year

Income limit: $105,000/year (family of 4)

$4,700

/year max

School-based financial aid

New Hampshire private schools and academies offer institutional aid

Varies

by school

The Full Picture in New Hampshire

New Hampshire's Education Freedom Account is technically an ESA, not a voucher — families get an account funded at ~$4,700/year for approved education expenses. The income limit is generous (350% FPL, ~$105K for family of 4). The gap between the $4,700 EFA and $14,200 average tuition is significant — you'll need school-based aid to close it. New Hampshire's boarding schools (Phillips Exeter, St. Paul's) meet full need but are highly selective.

How to Apply for Aid in New Hampshire

1

Apply for state programs first

Apply through your state's scholarship-granting organizations (SGOs) for tax credit scholarships. These have the biggest awards.

2

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.

3

Check private scholarship organizations

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