Earn a Georgia Tax Credit
Turn Your State Taxes into Tuition Scholarships
Redirect part—or all—of what you already owe and keep it working in Georgia classrooms. A two‑minute online application reserves your 2026 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.
2025 Contribution Limits
Filer
Maximum Election
Net Cost
Single / MFS
$2,500
$0
Married Joint
$5,000
$0
Pass‑Through Owner
$5,000
$0
C‑Corp / Trust / Electing PTE
$5,000
$0
Insurance Premium Taxpayer
$5,000
$0
Participants receive Form IT‑QEE‑SSO1 for hassle‑free e‑filing.
So Simple It’s Three Steps
1
Apply with GOAL online—no SSN required.
2
Wait for Georgia DOR approval (letter arrives inside 30 days).
3
Send your contribution within 60 days and claim the credit next filing season. GOAL reminds you of every deadline.
Why Accountants Love It
Zero net cost
you’re pre‑paying taxes you owed anyway.
Possible federal deductions
for many pass‑through entities (check with your CPA)
Local targeting
designate one or more partner schools to receive the funds.
Verified $56.5 million annual savings for Georgia taxpayers.
Your Dollars at Work
- 82,631 scholarships funded so far, averaging $4,508 each.
- 79 % of recipients live in households below $48 k AGI.
- 231 private schools empowered to serve students who otherwise couldn’t attend.
Apply early—the statewide $120 million cap has filled on Day 1 several years running.
Quick Answers for Donors
- Carryforward? Yes—unused credit rolls for three years.
- Designate a student? Not permitted by law, but you may pick a school.
Need help? Reach GOAL’s donor team at 770‑828‑4625 or [email protected]. For deeper detail see the full Donor FAQ.
