How is tuition fees relief worked out?

Each course's fees (less grants) count up to €7,000 for the college year. Add them up and take away €3,000 (€1,500 if all courses are part-time). You get 20% of the rest.

Do I get relief on the student contribution?

Yes, it counts. But for one full-time student paying only the student contribution, the first €3,000 not counted usually cancels it out. A second student's fees get full relief.

What changes in 2027?

The Finance (No. 2) Bill 2026 cuts the amount not counted to €2,350 full-time and €1,175 part-time, so more of the fees get relief. It would apply to 2026 too. Until the Bill is passed, Revenue uses €3,000 and €1,500.

Refunds

Tuition fees relief

Tax back on college fees you paid for yourself or others, after the first €3,000 that isn't counted, for 2022 to 2026.

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Common questions

How is tuition fees relief worked out?: Each course's fees (less grants) count up to €7,000 for the college year. Add them up and take away €3,000 (€1,500 if all courses are part-time). You get 20% of the rest.
Do I get relief on the student contribution?: Yes, it counts. But for one full-time student paying only the student contribution, the first €3,000 not counted usually cancels it out. A second student's fees get full relief.
What changes in 2027?: The Finance (No. 2) Bill 2026 cuts the amount not counted to €2,350 full-time and €1,175 part-time, so more of the fees get relief. It would apply to 2026 too. Until the Bill is passed, Revenue uses €3,000 and €1,500.

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