Your filing status. Every taxpayer who does not itemize their deductions is eligible to claim a standard deduction. Federal law determines the amount of these deductions each year and bases the amount you can claim on your filing status. In 2014, if you file single or married filing separately, your standard deduction is $6,200; if head of household the amount increases to $9,100.
A master's degree in education varies in tuition cost, depending on the university you attend. The average tuition cost for public (state) schools is around $15,000 (less for residents), while the average cost at a private school is $35,000, and online schools average $18,000. (All figures are as of 2011.).he Average Cost of a Masters Degree in Education. A master's degree in education varies in tuition cost, depending on the university...
What does a Bachelorâs Degree Really Cost? âThe average price of one year of college including tuition, fees, room, board, supplies, books, and transportation is nearly $40,000 at private 4-year universities and more than $19,000 for in-state students at public 4-year universitiesâ (Robinson, 2010, para. 16).