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posted Feb 16, 2025 4:19:21 PM

I don't see the option for 529 contributions within the IL return. Where do I find that?

In past years, I was able to take a deduction for 529 contributions for the State of Illinois. I don't see the option now, even though it's qualifies as a deduction.

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Expert Alumni
Feb 16, 2025 4:31:14 PM

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