Georgia GOAL
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Empower Marist Students With Your Tax Dollars
The Georgia Education Expense Credit program makes an extraordinary impact at Marist School by providing resources for need-based tuition assistance for qualified students seeking a Marist education.
The program allows Georgia residents to redirect a portion of their state income tax liability to Marist School for financial aid purposes.
Questions About Georgia GOAL?
Ally Hinojosa, Annual Giving Manager
The Georgia Department of Revenue received more than $246 million in tax credit applications on the first business day of 2026. Therefore, the $120 million of available credits for the year are divided among the approximately $246 million in applications, so that each applicant is allowed a tax credit of approximately 48.68% of their requested amount. Please check your email for your approval email which includes the amount your application was approved for. All payments are due by March 13, 2026.
Applications for the 2027 Georgia GOAL Program will become available June 1, 2026.
Your support is vital as Marist's mission is continually advanced by offering more families the opportunity to be a part of our exceptional school community.
Georgia GOAL is the primary vehicle for school choice in Georgia. Georgia GOAL has provided thousands of deserving families and kids with the option of attending the school that best fits their needs. We are proud, longtime supporters of school choice and Georgia GOAL!
Doug MacGinnitie '85, Board of Trustees Member and Advancement Committee Chair
Impact of Georgia GOAL at Marist School
$15 million
Redirected to Marist for financial aid since 2008
900
Scholarships awarded to Marist students since 2008
$12,000
Average GOAL scholarship award for qualified Marist students
$1.1 million
in GOAL scholarships awarded each academic year
How Much Tax Credit Can I Take?
| Tax Filing Status | Tax Credit Limit |
|---|---|
| Single Filer | $2,500 |
| Married Separate Filer | $2,500 |
| Married Joint Filer | $5,000 |
| Individual Pass-Through Owner | $25,000 |
| C Corp, Trust, or Electing Pass-Through | 75% of annual tax liability |
| Business that pays insurance premium tax | 75% of annual tax liability, but credit shall not exceed $1 million |
For Business Owners: Talk to your tax advisor about this powerful and popular tax credit. Depending on how you pay your 2026 taxes, pass-through businesses may have two ways to support our community through GOAL-while receiving a state income tax credit and potentially a federal tax deduction.
Georgia GOAL Application Process
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Georgia Education Expense Credit?
- How does it work?
- How do I sign up and secure my tax credit?
- Who qualifies for the scholarship?
- How Much Tax Credit Can I Take?