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posted Jun 5, 2019 10:17:33 PM

Does being in medical school count as being a college student?

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New Member
Jun 5, 2019 10:17:35 PM

Yes, but as a graduate student. You are no longer eligible for the American Opportunity Tax credit, but may qualify for the Lifetime Learning Credit or the Tuition and Fees Deduction.

See this posting for a summary of Education Tax Credits:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3301953

For more information on the Tuition and Fees Deduction, see:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/3302271