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The Autism Scholarship Program (ASP) gives the parents of children with autism who qualify for a scholarship the choice to send the child to a special education program other than the one operated by the school district of residence to receive the services outlined in the child's individualized education program (IEP). Section 3310.41 of the Revised Code establishes the Autism Scholarship Program and requires the Ohio Department of Education to adopt rules prescribing procedures to implement the program.
The Autism Scholarship Program for 2009-2010 begins July 1, 2009 and continues through June 30, 2010.
- Autism Scholarship Program Current Provider List (PDF | Word)
- Autism Scholarship Program 2009-2010 Guidelines (includes the parent and provider applications) (PDF | Word)
- Autism Scholarship Program 2009-2010 Questions and Answers (PDF | Word)
Please note that individuals/entities approved as registered private providers for the purpose of the Autism Scholarship Program may not provide all services required by a child’s IEP. Parents should ensure that all services included on their child’s IEP will be/are being provided by a registered private provider(s) approved to provide services under the Autism Scholarship Program.
Rules and Related Documents
The rules ensure parents of children with autism are informed about the requirements and process to obtain a scholarship, inform prospective providers of the requirements to become a program provider, inform providers of their responsibilities and inform school districts of their responsibilities for children residing in the district who participate in the program.
Autism Scholarship Program Rules Effective July 1, 2009
Summary of Major Rule Changes
For more information on the Autism Scholarship Program, contact:
Office for Exceptional Children
(614) 466-2650
Toll-free: (888) 644-6338
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