turbotax icon
cancel
Showing results for 
Search instead for 
Did you mean: 
Announcements
Close icon
Do you have a TurboTax Online account?

We'll help you get started or pick up where you left off.

How do I claim the purchase of a laptop for school?

The course was fully online and required particular functions on the laptop.
x
Do you have an Intuit account?

Do you have an Intuit account?

You'll need to sign in or create an account to connect with an expert.

1 Best answer

Accepted Solutions
DianeW
Expert Alumni

How do I claim the purchase of a laptop for school?

If this purchase for required to enroll in the class and your are using it for higher education (above the 12th grade) you can use this as part of your education expense for the education credit if you qualify.

  • Select Federal in the black navigation panel on the left
  • Search (upper right) for education expense
  • Jump to education expense
  • Continue through the questions to see if you qualify and enter your expenses
  • Click the image attached to enlarge and view

View solution in original post

1 Reply
DianeW
Expert Alumni

How do I claim the purchase of a laptop for school?

If this purchase for required to enroll in the class and your are using it for higher education (above the 12th grade) you can use this as part of your education expense for the education credit if you qualify.

  • Select Federal in the black navigation panel on the left
  • Search (upper right) for education expense
  • Jump to education expense
  • Continue through the questions to see if you qualify and enter your expenses
  • Click the image attached to enlarge and view
message box icon

Get more help

Ask questions and learn more about your taxes and finances.

Post your Question