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February 18, 2021
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How do i add education expenses other than tuition. i paid out a great deal for my sons tuition but its telling me i dont qualify

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where do i add education expenses?  i paid out tuition but it says i do not qualify to claim my sons tuition

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February 18, 2021

You can only claim a credit or deduction for education expenses if your son is your dependent. Your son is your dependent if he meets these requirements. Click here.

 

  • To see the qualifications for claiming the American Opportunity Tax Credit, click here
  • To see the qualification for claiming the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit, click here

To enter education expenses, enter them is the same place as you enter the 1098-T Tuition form.  After you finish entering the 1098-T form:

  1. On the Here's Your Education Summary screen, scroll down to Other Education Expenses and Start/Edit.
  2. Continue with the onscreen interview until complete.
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