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If I'm a Teacher becoming certified through the Alternate Route Program should I enter the cost of tuition in the educator expense section AND the 1098-T section?

 
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KatrinaB
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If I'm a Teacher becoming certified through the Alternate Route Program should I enter the cost of tuition in the educator expense section AND the 1098-T section?

No. You will enter your tuition expenses in the 1098-T section only. The educator expense section is for claiming any classroom expenses that you incurred. It is limited to $250.00 per year. Please view the TurboTax FAQ below for information on how to enter form 1098-T. 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4194409

Please view the TurboTax link below for more information about the educator expense deduction.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/college-and-education/tax-tips-for-teachers-deducting-out-of-po...

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KatrinaB
Intuit Alumni

If I'm a Teacher becoming certified through the Alternate Route Program should I enter the cost of tuition in the educator expense section AND the 1098-T section?

No. You will enter your tuition expenses in the 1098-T section only. The educator expense section is for claiming any classroom expenses that you incurred. It is limited to $250.00 per year. Please view the TurboTax FAQ below for information on how to enter form 1098-T. 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4194409

Please view the TurboTax link below for more information about the educator expense deduction.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/college-and-education/tax-tips-for-teachers-deducting-out-of-po...

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