Fiscal Analysis of the West Virginia Hope Scholarship Program: Year 2 Results

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Title: Fiscal Analysis of the West Virginia Hope Scholarship Program: Year 2 Results
Language: English
Authors: Marty Lueken, Cooper Conway, EdChoice, Fiscal Research & Education Center (FREC), Cardinal Institute for West Virginia Policy
Source: EdChoice. 2025.
Availability: EdChoice. 111 Monument Circle Suite 2650, Indianapolis, IN 46204. Tel: 317-681-0745; e-mail: info@edchoice.org; Web site: http://www.edchoice.org
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 15
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Reports - Research
Descriptors: School Choice, Scholarships, State Programs, Educational Finance, School Districts, Public Schools
Geographic Terms: West Virginia
Abstract: This brief conducts a fiscal analysis of the West Virginia Hope Scholarship Program for fiscal year (FY) 2024, the program's second year in operation. The analysis estimates the net fiscal effects of the program on state and local taxpayers statewide and for each school district. It also provides fiscal context and basic data to help inform the potential financial impact on school districts. Findings show the net fiscal impact on the state is very small and negligible, and the program helps optimize education funding by directing resources more efficiently.
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Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: ED677216
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