Can I deduct college tuition that was paid by a family member? I am not claimed by anyone as a dependent.

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Yes. When a third party pays your tuition, it is counted as if you paid it.

Qualified education expenses must be paid by:

• You or your spouse if you file a joint return,
• A student you claim as a dependent on your return, or
• A third party including relatives or friends.
• Note.
  Qualified education expenses paid by a dependent for whom you claim an exemption, or by a third party for that dependent, are considered paid by you.

Education Credit