07/14/2026
๐ Paying for College? Two Federal Tax Credits Can Help. Here Is What Each One Does.
Higher education can be expensive, but federal tax credits may help reduce some of those costs for eligible taxpayers.
What to know:
๐น The American Opportunity Tax Credit may provide up to $2,500 per eligible student during the first four years of higher education
๐น The Lifetime Learning Credit may provide up to $2,000 per tax return for eligible education expenses
๐น Income limits and eligibility requirements apply to both credits
๐น You cannot claim both credits for the same student in the same tax year
Choosing the right education credit depends on your income, your student's educational status, and your qualified expenses. Understanding the differences can help you maximize your tax savings.
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P.S. The right education tax credit could make a meaningful difference in the cost of higher education.