I was a college student until May 2016 and a dependent of my parents. I graduated and began taking community college classes that I paid for. How do I receive a deduction or credit for my community college classes?

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June 1, 2019
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TurboTax is saying I cannot claim an education deduction or credit because I was a dependent of my parents. I am only inputting the 1098-T form from my community college classes that I paid for. I spent about $1000 on these classes and I am hoping to receive a credit for this. Anyone know if this is possible?

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No, if you are a dependent, your parents would be able to claim the education credit. See If a parent claims me as a dependent, can I claim the education tax credit?

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No, if you are a dependent, your parents would be able to claim the education credit. See If a parent claims me as a dependent, can I claim the education tax credit?

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I realize that I cannot claim the education tax credit from when I was a dependent January-May but after May I became independent and supported myself financially and I don't see why I can't claim my tuition expenses from May-December on my taxes.