I dropped out of a certification program at Columbia university due to covid. I am paying the tuition. Can I claim the credit for the$7K that was paid in 2021?

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February 21, 2022
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KrisD15

Level 15

Yes, you can claim the expenses paid in 2021 even if the student did not attend class. or complete the course.

According to the IRS:

Student withdraws from class(es). You can claim an American opportunity credit for qualified education expenses not refunded when a student withdraws.

IRS Pub 970

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Hal_Al

Level 15

Q. Can I claim the credit for the$7K that was paid in 2021?

A. Yes, if the class you dropped out of was a 2021 class/course. If you are still paying, in 2021, for class you dropped put of, in 2020, then no; you cannot claim that.