The Utah Fits All Scholarship Program has several key requirements for students and families to be eligible for the $8,000 scholarship:
Student Eligibility
- Student must be a resident of Utah
- Student must be in grades K-12 during the 2024-2025 school year
- Student cannot be enrolled in a public district or charter school at the time of using the scholarship funds
Family Income Preferences
While the scholarship is open to all Utah K-12 students regardless of family income, there are preferences given to lower income families:
- Students from families with income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level will be prioritized first
- Students from families with income between 200-555% of the federal poverty level will be prioritized second
The federal poverty level varies based on household size. For a family of 8, the income limits are:
Application Process
- Pre-application period: Open now until February 28, 2024
- Official application window: February 28, 2024 – April 22, 2024
- Required documents: Proof of Utah residency, family income documentation (if applicable), information about child’s current educational setting
- Award notification: By May 3, 2024
Eligible Expenses
Scholarship funds can be used for a variety of qualified educational expenses, including:
- Tuition and fees for private schools, technical colleges, and other qualifying providers
- Supplies, equipment, and instructional materials
- Tutoring services
- Fees for after-school or summer education programs
- Educational software, applications, and technology devices
- Services for students with disabilities
- Fees for national assessments and college entrance exams
In summary, the Utah Fits All Scholarship is open to all Utah K-12 students, with priority given to lower income families. Families must apply during the designated window and can use the funds for a wide range of educational expenses. The scholarship amount is $8,000 per student per year.
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