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States With Universal Pre-K | State Information Request

A governor's education policy advisor asked how states offer universal pre-K (rather than pre-K based on income eligibility). Our response identifies four states and the District of Columbia that offer universal pre-K programs, in addition to eight states that have universal eligibility policies.

To provide timely assistance to our constituents, State Information Requests are typically completed in 48 hours. They reflect an issue scan versus a comprehensive analysis.

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Sept. 8, 2025

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