Scholarship Opportunities

The Ohio Autism and Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarships significantly reduce tuition costs for all JB families. All students utilize one of these scholarships which are awarded by the state of Ohio through assistance from the Julie Billiart Schools Admissions team.

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To receive the Ohio Autism or Jon Peterson Special Needs scholarship, the child will need to meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Current ETR (Evaluation Team Report) and IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or
  • Current AEP (Autism Education Plan) and medical diagnosis

Ohio Autism Scholarship

  • Over 70% of our student body currently qualify for and utilize the Ohio Autism Scholarship.
  • Children who are at least three years old but less than twenty-two, who qualify for special education under the autism category, and have a current IEP/AEP with their district of residence will qualify for the scholarship.
  • The Ohio Autism Scholarship for the 2026-27 school year is $34,000.
  • Once your child has been offered a seat at one of our campuses, we will share the scholarship application link with you. The scholarship application is separate from the financial aid application.
  • More information on the Ohio Autism Scholarship

Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

  • About 30% of our student body currently qualify for and utilize the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship.
  • Children who are at least three years old but less than twenty-two, who qualify for special education services and have a current IEP with their district of residence will qualify for the scholarship.
  • Once your child has been offered a seat at one of our campuses, we will share the scholarship application link with you. The scholarship application is separate from the financial aid application.
  • More information on the Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship