For the student loan interest credit, do I have to have paid a minimum of $600 to qualify? Or does paying under $600 still qualify?

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For the student loan interest credit, do I have to have paid a minimum of $600 to qualify? Or does paying under $600 still qualify?

There is no minimum amount requirement.

For the student loan interest credit, do I have to have paid a minimum of $600 to qualify? Or does paying under $600 still qualify?

Any amount qualifies.

The $600 thing applies to the loan company. They MUST send you a form 1098-E if you paid at least $600. You may claim the deduction even if you don't have a 1098-E. Many loan companies will sent a 1098-E for less.

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