Last verified: October 2026
What is the Ohio Autism Scholarship worth for a Cincinnati child in 2026-27?
$34,000 for fiscal year 2027, the same ceiling as the top Jon Peterson category. The family covers anything a provider charges above that and any service that is not part of the child's plan, and the full amount assumes a full year in the program.
Should a Cincinnati family with an autism diagnosis choose the Autism Scholarship or Jon Peterson?
Both top out at $34,000 for autism in 2026-27, so the deciding factor is usually the provider. Some Greater Cincinnati providers bill one program and not the other, and the applications are separate, so ask a provider which program it accepts before you start paperwork.
At what age can a child start the Autism Scholarship?
Age 3. As with Jon Peterson, the first step is enrolling with a participating provider, which then helps the family apply.
| What it is | What it isn't |
|---|---|
| Payment to a participating provider for planned services | Money sent to parents |
| Open from age 3 | Limited to school-age children |
| Capped at $34,000 for 2026-27 | Unlimited coverage of every therapy |