Brian Keegan: Tax credits offer some cushion for looming college fees

Many third-level course fees qualify for tax relief of up to €1,400 per annum

Many students will hope to get on to a third-level course, while many of their parents and guardians will hope that they can afford to fund it. Tax relief of up to €1,400 per annum or in some cases more is available when it comes to funding education.

Leaving Cert results and college offers are imminent. Academic achievement is not the only element of the secondary school experience, and formal third-level education is not suitable for everyone.

Yet, many students will hope to get on to a third-level course, while many of their parents and guardians will hope that they can afford to fund it.