Earn a Georgia Tax Credit
Redirect part—or all—of what you already owe and keep it working in Georgia classrooms. A simple online application reserves your 2027 credit.
How the Education Expense Credit Works
Since 2008, Georgia taxpayers have been allowed to contribute to an approved Student Scholarship Organization (SSO) like GOAL and claim a dollar‑for‑dollar credit on their state return.
Contribution Limits
Tax Filing Status
Tax Credit Limit
Single Filer
$2,500
Married Separate Filer
$2,500
Married Joint Filer
$5,000
Individual Pass-Through Owner
$25,000
C Corp, Trust, or Electing Pass-Through
75% of annual tax liability
Business that pays insurance premium tax
75% of annual tax liability, but credit shall not exceed $1 million
Participants receive Form IT-QEE-SSO1 (tax receipt) for filing purposes.
Participating Takes Just Three Steps
1
Submit your Georgia GOAL tax credit application online.
2
Receive approval from GA Department of Revenue.
3
Make payment within 60 days of approval and claim the credit next filing season. GOAL reminds you of every deadline.
Why Georgians Love It
Zero net cost
Possible federal deductions
for many businesses (check with your CPA)
Keep taxes local
Verified $56.5 million annual savings for Georgia taxpayers.
Your Dollars at Work
- 95,000 scholarships funded so far, averaging $4,600 each.
- 79% of recipients live in households below $48,000 AGI.
- 230+ private schools empowered to serve students who otherwise couldn’t attend.
Apply early—the statewide $150 million cap will be met on the first business day of January 2027.
Quick Answers for Donors
- Carryforward? Yes—up to three years for individual taxpayers.
- Designate a student? Not permitted by law, but you may pick a school.
Need help? Reach GOAL’s team at 770-828-4625 or [email protected]. For deeper detail see the full Donor FAQ.
