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posted May 31, 2019 11:07:08 PM

Can you receive the american opportunity credit if you go to a trade school?

Beauty school to be exact

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May 31, 2019 11:07:10 PM

Maybe.  If you meet all of the other requirements for the American Opportunity Credit and your school is an eligible institution you can claim the credit.

To determine if your school is an eligible school you can check with your school.  You can also look for them in this Department of Education link of accredited schools.   http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/

Another easy way to tell is if your school accepts Federal Financial Aid it is usually an accredited school.