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Third-level tuition tax relief: practical guide
This guide explains how to use the Count.ie third-level tuition tax relief. Apply per-course caps and the single annual full-time or part-time disregard. Follow the inputs, method and worked example below, then compare your own scenario.
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Open the Third-level tuition tax relief calculatorWhat to prepare
- Collect fees, grades, course details or household information appropriate to the question.
- Check the relevant academic or tax year and official eligibility conditions.
- Distinguish a weighted assessment result from a financial-support estimate.
Understand the inputs
- Net qualifying tuition fees per course (€)
- One net eligible fee per course; commas or new lines. Exclude grants and non-tuition charges.
The calculation method
Cap each course at €7,000, aggregate, subtract one €3,000 full-time or €1,500 part-time disregard, then apply 20%.
Worked example
Illustrative inputs and their result.
Example inputs
- Net qualifying tuition fees per course (€)
- 6000, 4000
- At least one qualifying full-time course
- Yes
- Income Tax available to offset (€)
- 5000
- I have verified approved course, college and fee eligibility
- No
Calculated example result
- Tuition Tax Relief
- €0.00
- Allowable Fees
- €7,000.00
How to interpret the result
A calculated grade or funding estimate does not override an institution's rules or establish award eligibility. Use the stated weighting or official scheme definitions.
Keep the same course, grading basis or scheme year while changing an input. Confirm a consequential result with the institution or official source.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Do not assume all assessments have equal weight.
- Keep eligible fees separate from accommodation or other costs when relief rules distinguish them.
- Check income definitions and boundary conditions against the specific scheme.
Assumptions and sources
Rates/conditions reviewed against the linked official sources on 5 October 2026. Confirm the stated scope before relying on the result.
Rules checked . This date comes from the tool’s review notes and applies only to its documented scope, not to every selectable scenario.
Sources and further information
If your case falls outside this scope, use a more suitable calculator or contact us about an unclear method.