College Expenses

American Opportunity Credit: An Educational Tax Credit
The American Opportunity Credit (AOTC) is a partially refundable tax credit designed to assist taxpayers in covering education costs for the first four years of post-secondary education.
Cost of Attendance (COA): Understanding Educational Expenses
An in-depth look at the total amount required for a student to attend a college or university, including all essential expenses such as tuition, room, board, books, and other costs.
Financial Need: Understanding Educational Cost Gaps
Financial Need refers to the gap between the Cost of Attendance (COA) and the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), representing the amount a student needs to cover their educational expenses.
American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC): Definition, Benefits, and Eligibility
An in-depth look at the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC), which offsets up to $2,500 of annual college expenses such as tuition, school fees, and books, and is partially refundable.

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