Can we use the American Opportunity Credit if we are being reimbursed by the 529 College account for tuition, room and board, and or books

[JulieR · Accepted solution]

You may claim the credit for any un-reimbursed education expenses. 

[dogongulf]

Unfortunately, you may not. See that final two paragraphs of this excellent article from Forbes:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/troyonink/2015/05/31/coordinating-529-plan-withdrawals-with-the-america...