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The Hope Credit

The Hope Credit is a tax credit of up to $1,500 per year per eligible student. The credit is available for:

  • The first two years of post-secondary education
  • Only two years per eligible student
  • Students pursuing an undergraduate degree or other recognized educational credential
  • Students enrolled at least half time for at least one academic period during the year

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