Search Results

The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) is a credit for qualified education expenses paid for an eligible student for the first 4 years of higher education.

Education credits like the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) and the Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) can help with the cost of higher education. See if you qualify.

Find additional information and resources to learn more about education credits.

Learn how to avoid common errors when claiming the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) or the Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC).

Information about Form 1098-E, Student Loan Interest Statement (Info Copy Only), including recent updates, related forms and instructions on how to file. File this form if you receive student loan interest of $600 or more from an individual during the year in the course of your trade or business.

Insights into the operations of a tax-exempt organization.

May 1, 2025 — Christina Moles, a.k.a. Tina Lashley, of Redkey, Indiana has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to wire fraud and aiding and assisting the making of a false federal income tax return. Moles has also been ordered to pay $567,010 in restitution.

Frequently asked questions about higher education emergency grants.

IRS Tax Tip 2022-123, August 11, 2022 — Anyone pursuing higher education, including specialized job training and grad school, knows it can be pricey. Eligible taxpayers who paid higher education costs for themselves, their spouse or dependents in 2021 may be able to take advantage of two education tax credits.

Tax Tip 2022-38, March 10, 2022 — Higher education is important to many people and it’s often expensive. Whether it’s specialized job training or an advanced degree, there are a lot of costs associated with higher education. There are two education tax credits designed to help offset these costs - the American opportunity tax credit and the lifetime learning credit.