Tuition Tax Credits and Deduction Programs

School tax credits refund expenses made toward education up to a fixed figure. Tax deductions minimize the expense of education by making them itemized deductions. The qualifying criteria cover educational expenses such as tutoring, texts, and computers, and, in the states that have them so far, private school tuition. State legislation determines the amount of credit and what can be included in the deductions. It also states whether private school tuition qualifies.

States with tuition tax credit and deduction programs include:

• Arizona
• Florida
• Illinois
• Iowa
• Louisiana
• Minnesota
• Pennsylvania
• Rhode Island

States that have recently reviewed or are currently reviewing the idea include South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Idaho, Missouri, Oregon, and Maryland.

For more information about current state programs, including resource links, check out Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Tuition Tax Credit and Deduction Programs.

If you need more help or if you are interested in helping to bring a school choice program to your area, contact The Center for Education Reform at 1-800-521-2118.