The COST SALT Basics School is designed to provide opportunities for new state tax professionals (0 to 3 years of experience) to significantly upgrade their knowledge base. The School is a great educational opportunity for tax professionals with 0 – 3 years of experience; tax professionals transitioning between transactional and income taxes and vice versa; and or tax professionals who may have been out of the “tax world” and want a refresher. It incorporates separate modules covering income tax theory, sales tax theory, income tax compliance and sales tax compliance.  No prerequisites required.

The COST SALT Basics Course Tuition for full paying students includes:

  • A private, fully equipped hotel room for arriving on Sunday, May 17th and departing on Friday, May 22nd.
  • 5 days of meals and snacks beginning with dinner on Sunday, May 17th and ending with lunch on Friday, May 22nd. Dinner from the 19th through 22nd are not included.
  • Comprehensive study and reference materials.
  • 5 days of small group training by recognized leaders in the state and local tax field.
  • Evening Activities.
  • In-Room Internet (passcode will be given at hotel check-in on Sunday, May 17th).

The COST SALT Basics Course Tuition for commuter paying students includes:         

  • 5 days of meals and snacks beginning with breakfast on Monday, May 18th and ending with lunch on Friday, May 22nd. Dinner from the 19th through the 23rd are not included.
  • Comprehensive study and reference materials.
  • 5 days of small group training by recognized leaders in the state and local tax field.
  • Evening Activities.
  • 1 parking pass per day starting on Monday, May 18th.

Registration Fees:

  Before December 31, 2025 Before April 17, 2026 After April 17, 2026
COST Industry Member $3,095 $3,295 $3,495
COST Practitioner Partner $3,295 $3,495 $3,695
Non-COST Industry Member $3,695 $3,895 $4,095
Non-COST Practitioner Partner $4,095 $4,295 $4,495
Commuter Attendees $2,495 $2,695 $2,895
Spouse/Guest who may be traveling with the School attendee may register with COST to attend all food events   $450   $450   $450