Impact of tax education in higher education on tax consciousness and tax awareness: The case of Balikesi̇r university

Today, taxes are considered as the main source of income in financing public services. Taxes have caused disagreements between the state and individuals from the past to the present. In order to resolve these disagreements, individuals must first develop tax awareness and tax consciousness. Individuals' attitudes and behaviors towards taxes affect their ability to pay the taxes they are liable for in full and on time. In this context, individuals need to be informed about taxes in order to develop tax awareness and tax consciousness. This study aims to determine the factors affecting the tax consciousness of students studying at Balıkesir University. In addition, the research reveals how receiving any tax education that will inform the participants about taxes affects their attitudes and tax consciousness. The research results Show differences in students' attitudes and behaviors towards taxes according to their demographic characteristics. In addition, it was determined that tax awareness and tax consciousness of students who have tax courses are higher than those who do not take tax courses.