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In the Search box type 1098-t, then click the link that says "Jump to 1098-t."
Are you the student or the student's parent?
There's a new urban myth among college students that says they can get a $1000 from the government just for filing a tax form. For most of them, they simply aren't eligible. A full time unmarried student, under age 24, even if you don't qualify as a dependent, is only eligible for the refundable portion of the American Opportunity Credit if he supports himself by working. You cannot be supporting yourself on parental support, 529 plans or student loans & grants. It is usually best if the parent claims that credit.
Reference: Line 7 instructions for form 8863. https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i8863
It does not matter whether the parent or student actually paid the tuition. The parent may claim the credit, if the student is their dependent.
In TurboTax (TT), enter at:
Federal Taxes Tab (Personal for H&B version)
Deductions & Credits
-Scroll down to:
--Education
--Education Expenses and Scholarships (1098-T)
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