Can I deduct my Laptop if I had to go remote for the remainder of my 2020 Spring Semester and Full 2020 Fall Semester in order to attend my classes?

[thest0ryofemily]

I had to do school remotely due to my living circumstances for part of Spring 2020 and all of the Fall 2020 Semester. All my classes/ materials were online, would I be able to deduct the laptop that I needed to complete my school work and attend classes?

[Bsch4477]

The cost could be added to the other qualified education expenses if you are eligible for the American Opportunity Credit if you are not claimed as a dependent or for someone who claims you if they are eligible. 

[ColeenD3]

Yes, but only if you're required to buy it for class (for example if you're enrolled in an online-only course).

If you bought a school computer out of convenience (in other words, you could complete the class without it), you cannot deduct it.

Note: For the Lifetime Learning credit, you can only deduct equipment expenses that were purchased directly from the education institution.