Last verified: October 2026
Can EdChoice be used at Christian schools in Columbus?
Yes, at the chartered ones. 37 of the 46 Christian schools in our directory are on Ohio's chartered list; 2 appear on the state's non-chartered list, where EdChoice does not apply.
Why are some church schools non-chartered in Ohio?
Ohio lets schools that, because of truly held religious beliefs, choose not to be chartered operate as nonchartered nonpublic schools. They file an annual report with DEW between July 1 and September 30, but their students are not entitled to state transportation or auxiliary services, and they do not enroll EdChoice students.
What other help do Christian school families use?
Congregation-member rates, sibling discounts, school aid and SGOs such as the Ohio Christian Education Network SGO and Northside Christian Scholarship Fund.
| Chartered | Non-chartered (NCNP) | |
|---|---|---|
| EdChoice | Can enroll scholarship students | No |
| State operating standards | Must comply | Certifies minimum standards to parents |
| State transportation | Eligible | Not entitled |
What is the next step?
Complete the two-minute funding check, and a tuition counselor will confirm which programs your family qualifies for and which dates apply.