If none of the usual reasons in the helper section apply to me so why didn't I get the American Opportunity Credit?

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April 6, 2024
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xmasbaby0

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No one can see your screener you tax return. We do not know what is keeping you from getting the credit since we can see none of your information.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/3383321-why-didn-t-i-get-a-credit-or-deduction-for-education-expenses

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/3262983-who-is-eligible-to-take-the-american-opportunity-tax-credi

https://www.irs.gov/help/ita/am-i-eligible-to-claim-an-education-credit

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Hal_Al

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There's a new urban myth among college students that says they can get a $1000 from the government just for filing a tax form. For most of them, they simply aren't eligible. A full time unmarried student, under age 24, even if you don't qualify as a dependent, is only eligible for the refundable portion of the American Opportunity Credit if he supports himself by working. You cannot be supporting yourself on parental support, 529 plans or student loans & grants. It is usually best if the parent claims that credit.

You cannot claim a credit if you are, or can be, claimed as a dependent by someone else.

Reference: Line 7 instructions for form 8863. https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i8863

If you are eligible, you have answered something wrong, in the interview. But, a lot of people are just not eligible.

https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/AOTC