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zmcdonald11
February 12, 2023
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Does a computer and or notebooks/materials count as the books and materials "not required" to be purchased from the school?

  • February 12, 2023
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MAK70
February 13, 2023

Yes, but remember they can be used as expenses only if you were required to buy it in order to attend class, and they only apply to the American Opportunity Credit.  

 

For example: If you're enrolled in an online program, you may be required to have a computer, which means you could deduct it. However, if you're using the computer simply out of convenience, then it most likely doesn't qualify as a deduction.  

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