โ† ESA vs 529 vs Voucher Guide

School Voucher Programs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin pioneered school vouchers with the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program in 1990. The state now offers voucher programs in Milwaukee, Racine, and statewide.

Milwaukee Parental Choice Program

Voucher

Award Amount

Up to $8,399 (K-8) / $9,045 (9-12)

Eligibility

Milwaukee residents, income-based

Students Served

28,000+

Racine Parental Choice Program

Voucher

Award Amount

Up to $8,399 (K-8) / $9,045 (9-12)

Eligibility

Racine residents, income-based

Students Served

3,500+

Wisconsin Parental Choice Program

Voucher

Award Amount

Up to $8,399 (K-8) / $9,045 (9-12)

Eligibility

Statewide, income-based

Students Served

12,000+

ESA vs Voucher: What's the Difference?

Wisconsin's voucher programs fund private school tuition directly. Unlike ESAs, voucher funds cannot be used for homeschool curricula, tutoring, or therapy services outside of the school.

Other States with Voucher Programs