Tuition, aid and the federal scholarship tax credit

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• What is the federal scholarship tax credit, and when does it start?
• How does the $1,700 credit work, and can married couples claim $3,400?
• Who can receive a scholarship under the federal credit, and what can it pay for?
• Does my state have to opt in, and what should my family do in 2026 to be ready for 2027?
• Can homeschool families use the federal scholarship credit?
• How much does Christian school tuition cost on average?
• What financial aid do Christian schools themselves offer?
• Can I use a 529 plan for K-12 Christian school costs?
• Can I claim the federal credit and a state tax-credit scholarship for the same gift?
• What should a donor check before giving to a scholarship granting organization?