I followed the instructions given in previous questions but I couldn't get to the screen to add the interest paid on my non-dependent children, just my husband and myself.
It's hard to tell what the issue is without knowing more about your return.
Note: For the box asking whose name the student loan is in, be sure to select that it is in your own name (if you've co-signed). Selecting the child's name will disallow it.
You can deduct student loan interest if:
If you still feel you qualify, there must be incorrect entry. If editing doesn't help, consider deleting and starting over. (See below.)
To review the Student Loan Interest entry:
1. Go to Federal Taxes (or Personal if using Self Employed version)
2. Click on Deductions and Credits
3. Click on I’ll choose what I work on
4. Scroll down to Education
5. On Student Loan Interest Paid (Form 1098-E), click the start or update button
To delete the Student Loan Interest: