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Level 2
posted Jun 1, 2019 12:30:14 AM

As a college student and employee for 2018, would my son fill out a 1040EZ or 1040 form? Thank You.

My son is 18 years old and attending a university as a Freshman (2nd semester).  During his 1st semester in 2018 he worked a part-time job at the university and received financial aid in the form of Scholarships, Grants, and Loans.  As his father I will be claiming his as my dependent using TurboTax Deluxe.  Would my son fill out a 1040EZ or 1040 form?  Thank You.

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Level 2
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:16 AM

I just found out everybody will use the new 1040 form for 2018.  Will my son need to submit any additional forms based on his situation?

Level 2
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:18 AM

No, he will not. You are correct, everyone will use form 1040, the 1040-A and 1040-EZ have been discontinued. Based on the information in your question, he will only need his W-2 from his part time job. You will be reporting any forms related to his education (ex. 1098-T) as you are claiming him as your dependent. 

Level 2
Jun 1, 2019 12:30:20 AM

Thanks Jessica for your help.

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