Box 1 and 2 empty on 1098-T

Here are some of my details:

1. Boxes 1 and 2 are empty on my 2018 1098-T.

2. Box 1 is empty, 2 is filled out on my 2017 1098-T. Box 7 is checked.

3. I did not file taxes in 2017. My parents don't file taxes because they are non-US citizens living outside the US.

4. I graduated in May 2018.

Then for my tax returns this year, in box 1, should I do the "what if this is not what I paid to this school?' and enter the amount that's in box 2 of the 2017 1098-T?

Thank you in advance!

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Level 15

Jun 3, 2019 1:14:34 PM

enter the amounts you actually paid in calendar year 2018.
you should have statements to back it up.
You do not enter amounts paid in 2017.

Level 15

Jun 3, 2019 1:14:34 PM

enter the amounts you actually paid in calendar year 2018.
you should have statements to back it up.
You do not enter amounts paid in 2017.

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Box 1 and 2 empty on 1098-T