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Level 2
April 14, 2026
Question

Should tuition amounts paid decrease the tax return amount?

  • April 14, 2026
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My tax return decreased from $1900 to $160, after entering my full-time eligible tuition fees.

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    Level 6
    April 14, 2026

    Yes, unfortunately, once you do add your tuition, your refund amount does decrease. Many times it is because it calculated a credit such as the Canada Workers Benefit credit, and then once you entered your tuition, you no longer qualified for this credit, which made your refund go down. 

     

     

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    rmhurteauAuthor
    Level 2
    April 17, 2026

    Makes sense! Thank you

    Level 6
    April 17, 2026

    You're welcome!