Do I need to file a 1098t if my tuition was completely paid for and then some, by scholarships and grant money?

[mcclainkarrie]

I am a 20 year old full time student and I am filing on my own with no dependents. I was in school for one semester in 2017. All my tuition and books were covered with scholarships and I received grant money back that was left over. Do I need to wait to receive my 1098T and file it?

[JulieH1 · Accepted solution]

Yes.

The 1098T may have more information on it that you need for later questions.  As this is your first year, I would wait to be safe.

See this answer to the same question from Carl (a superuser) that goes into detail about why its best to wait.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/5157939