Is internet a tax write off if im use it for my online classes

[mindyclinton]

I am an online student for most of my time at my college but I want to know since internet is a must to have for me to be an online student can I use internet as a tax write off? Also I have to purchase word 2013 for my classes and does it count as a tax write off?

[HelenaC · Accepted solution]

Yes, you can deduct internet fees and Word 2013 if you are claiming the American Opportunity Credit. You will have to figure out the portion you use for college versus the portion used for personal use. 

If you are claiming the Lifetime learning credit learning credit, you cannot deduct internet fees. You can only deduct Word 2013 if you purchased it directly from the school. Note: Students may be able to get Microsoft Word for free. Please see the following website: https://products.office.com/en-us/student/office-in-education

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