University of Illinois Tax School

Every filing season brings new questions.

Prepare for the Work Ahead

Each year, thousands of tax professionals choose Tax School to prepare for the filing season through practical federal tax education built around the realities of today's tax practice.

Learn from experienced tax professionals. Gain practical insights you can apply immediately. Leave with resources you'll continue using throughout the year.

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Why Tax Professionals Choose Fall Tax School

Built Around Real Tax Practice

A Different Learning Experience

Resources That Continue Working

Our content is developed around the questions, planning opportunities, and challenges tax professionals face every filing season.

Collaborative instruction, real-world examples, and experienced presenters create an engaging learning experience that helps you apply what you learn.

The Federal Tax Workbook, seminar recordings, and supporting materials become practical resources you'll use throughout the filing season.

2026 Topics Include

Attend Your Way

  • OBBBA implementation and new developments
  • Planning opportunities and potential pitfalls
  • IRS guidance, penalties, and compliance issues
  • Trusts, estates, and related parties
  • Agricultural issues and rural investments
  • Equity compensation and more
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What Attendees Value Most

Preparation

"Great starter for tax season."

Workbook

"The Federal Tax Workbook stays on my desk all year."

Team Teaching

"The presentation team works well together and makes it interesting to learn."

Practical Instruction

"The materials and topics were spot on for me this year."

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