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The D.C. Opportunity Scholarship Program (OSP) has specific requirements that are outlined in the law that created the program. In this section, you will learn how to apply to the OSP for your child.

The Trust will begin accepting school year 2012-13 applications 
2nd OSP Application Event!
Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 11am to 3pm
Fort Davis Recreation Center
1400 41st Street SE (Nearest Metro Bus: M6, F14, W4, J13)

DC OSP children at school

How to Qualify 

  • You and your child must be current D.C. residents
  • Your child must be five-years-old by September 30th
  • Your household currently receive SNAP benefits (formerly known as Food Stamps) OR meet the income eligibility guidelines

2012 Income Guidelines

Household Size

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

185% of Poverty

$27,991

$35,317

$42,643

$49,969

$57,295

$64,621

$71,947

 

To apply, the guardian of the child must fill out an application in person. Check our calendar for upcoming application events in your community!

Along with filling out an application, you will need to provide documentation to prove that your child meets the residential, financial, and age requirements for the program. It is important to remember that if your child is deemed eligible by the Trust, he/she will be entered into a lottery. Applying for an Opportunity Scholarship does not mean your child has automatically been awarded a scholarship.

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Private School Search 

Applying for the OSP is not the same as applying to a school. After you have filled out an OSP application, you should begin  applying to participating schools for your child which is a separate application process for admission at the school. Don't delay applying to schools - being proactive now will give your child a strong chance of being admitted to their first choice. Visit our choosing a school page to help you with your search.

Current OSP Families

If your child is currently participating in the OSP, you must renew and prove eligibility each school year for your child’s scholarship. You can download the renewal form directly from our document library.

If you would like to apply for a scholarship for one of your children currently not participating in the program, please fill out a scholarship application in person.