529 for K-12 tutoring and test fees
Up to $20,000/yr
Can You Write Off 529 for K-12 Tutoring and Test Fees?
Short answer: Yes: starting in 2026, 529 plans can pay up to $20,000 a year of K-12 costs including tutoring, books, and test fees, not just tuition.
Many states add a state tax deduction for 529 contributions.
Records to keep: Keep receipts, statements (1098, 1098-T, 1099, W-2G), and a note of what each cost was for. Compare itemizing to the 2026 standard deduction before you claim.
529 for K-12 tutoring and test fees
Typical range: Up to $20,000/yr
Individuals / Personal Taxes
Yes: starting in 2026, 529 plans can pay up to $20,000 a year of K-12 costs including tutoring, books, and test fees, not just tuition.
Business justification
Yes: starting in 2026, 529 plans can pay up to $20,000 a year of K-12 costs including tutoring, books, and test fees, not just tuition. Many states add a state tax deduction for 529 contributions.
Category
- Personal Tax Deductions