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posted Mar 31, 2025 6:18:45 AM

How do I get credit for 529 contributions on my Illinois State return?

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Expert Alumni
Mar 31, 2025 6:20:33 AM

Here is how you can enter your Illinois 529 contributions.

 

  1. Navigate to the Illinois section of TurboTax (State Taxes > Your State Returns > Illinois)
  2. Choose Income, Edit
  3. Expand Education
  4. Start or Revisit College savings and prepaid tuition plan contributions
  5. Enter the information from the 529 contribution

Here is some more information on deducting 529 contributions: 529 Plans and Taxes: Deductions, Tax-Free Withdrawals & More