Should i report spring tuition for 2017 from box 2 on 1098? Not looking for a tax credit. I just don't want to over report tuition,

[rachelco]

should i report spring tuition for 2017 from box 2 on 1098? Not looking for a tax credit. I just don't want to over report tuition, because it exceeds the amount of my full scholarship and now looks like i paid tuition, when I didn't

[Hal_Al · Accepted solution]

No. You report what was actually paid. In the 1098-T screen, click on the link "What if this is not what I paid the school" underneath box 2. You will then be able to enter the actual amounts paid. 

The 1098-T is only any informational document. The numbers on it are not required to be entered onto your tax return. If you are not claiming a tuition credit, or reporting scholarship income, do not bother with the education interview or entering the 1098-T.