EOFY Guide: What Online Students Can Claim on Tax This Financial Year

If your course at Kirana Colleges is directly related to your current employment (for example, upskilling or gaining qualifications in your field), the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) allows you to claim certain self-education expenses. These can include:

1. Course Fees (for non-HECS/FEE-HELP funded studies)

If you’re paying out of pocket for your course and it’s related to your job, these fees may be deductible. Note: courses funded by HECS or FEE-HELP aren’t eligible.

2. Textbooks, Study Guides, and E-books

Digital or hardcopy learning materials directly related to your coursework can be claimed.

3. Stationery and Office Supplies

Notebooks, pens, highlighters, and even printer ink used for assignments and study prep may be deductible.

4. Computer Equipment and Software

If you’ve purchased a laptop, monitor, keyboard, headset, or educational software, you may be able to claim the depreciation (a portion of the cost) or the full amount, depending on the item’s value.

5. Internet and Phone Bills

A portion of your home internet and mobile phone use related to your study (e.g. attending online classes or communicating with trainers) can also be claimed.

6. Home Office Expenses

If you study from home, you might be eligible to claim a portion of your electricity, furniture, and equipment expenses.

7. Travel Costs

Travel expenses between your workplace and study location (or place of assessment) can be deductible, but not travel from home to college.

💡 Tip: Use the ATO’s Self-Education Expenses Calculator to estimate your potential tax deductions and check your eligibility—it’s a quick and easy way to stay on track this EOFY.

To support your claims, you’ll need to keep:

• Receipts for all purchases
  
• Invoices for course fees and software
  
• A logbook or diary if you’re calculating work-related use of internet or phone
  

A summary of hours spent studying from home, if claiming home office expenses

• Tuition costs covered by government loans (HECS-HELP/FEE-HELP)
• Everyday clothing (even if worn to class)
• Travel between your home and study location

Meals or accommodation (unless away from home overnight for a course-related event)

Every student’s situation is different. To ensure you’re maximising your deductions (and staying within ATO guidelines), it’s best to consult with a tax agent or accountant. They can help you navigate deductions specific to your job and study setup.

EOFY is more than just a deadline, it’s an opportunity to reward yourself for investing in your education. So, dig out those receipts, check your course details, and see what you might be able to claim.

Kirana Colleges, we’re here to support you every step of the way, in and out of the classroom. If you have questions about your enrolment, course relevance, or need a statement of fees, don’t hesitate to contact our team.

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