About Maryland BOOST
Learn more about BOOST Scholarships
Since 2016, the State of Maryland has offered Maryland families with limited incomes access to scholarships through the BOOST (Broadening Options & Opportunities for Students Today) Scholarship Program.
BOOST gives families of K-12 students the opportunity to select a non-public school for their children if that is the best educational fit for their children’s needs. BOOST puts more options within reach for Maryland families and children, particularly those who are most in need.
These scholarships have helped about 23,000 students since 2016.
STATE funding
BOOST scholarships have been part of the state budget since 2016.
- BOOST is funded by the Maryland legislature.
- In 2023, bipartisan support from the General Assembly resulted in $9 million in K-12 scholarships for families with limited incomes.
find a school
See participating schools for BOOST scholarship students.
- Families in 21 of 23 Maryland counties plus Baltimore City use BOOST scholarships.
- The Maryland State Department of Education accepts applications in early spring.
take ACTION Today
Tell your legislators to vote YES on BOOST
- BOOST funding depends on support from your elected officials.
- Join the statewide BOOST Coalition Action Network to advocate for continued funding of BOOST scholarships!
BOOST Coalition Action Network
If you are a parent or school with questions about BOOST or are interested in doing more to advocate for BOOST,
please contact us at the Maryland BOOST Scholarship Coalition.