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posted Mar 18, 2025 5:26:23 PM

Does 3 credit college hours count as half time

I went with just 1 classes this last fall that was 3 credit hours. Can I claim the education credit on this tax return? 

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Expert Alumni
Mar 18, 2025 5:30:40 PM

No, three credits is not normally considered at least half-time, but you might be eligible for the Lifetime Learning Credit.

 

Enter everything in the Education section under Deductions & Credits 

 

IRS Pub 970