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pcorpus80
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Can I deduct education expenses for a relative?

 
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HelenaC
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Can I deduct education expenses for a relative?

No, you cannot claim an education credit for a non-dependent. In order for you to claim an education credit, the student must be a dependent claimed as an exemption on your tax return.

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HelenaC
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Can I deduct education expenses for a relative?

No, you cannot claim an education credit for a non-dependent. In order for you to claim an education credit, the student must be a dependent claimed as an exemption on your tax return.

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