Hope Credit |
Lifetime Learning Credit |
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Amount of Credit | Up to $1,800 credit per eligible student 1 | Up to $2,000 credit per return |
When Available | Available ONLY until the first 2 years of post- secondary education are completed.1 | Available for all years of post-secondary education and for courses to acquire or improve job skills. |
Educational Pursuit | Student must be pursuing an undergraduate degree or other recognized education credential. | Student does not need to be pursuing a degree or other recognized education credential |
Enrollment Requirements | Student must be enrolled at least half time for at least one academic period beginning during the year. | Available for one or more courses |
Prior Legal Issues | No felony drug conviction on student |