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Where do I indicate that I am not a dependent so I may deduct a 1098-T on my return?

Forum|Forum|3 months ago
April 16, 2026
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In the personal info section. You will be asked if you CAN be claimed as a dependent. If you answer yes, you will then be asked if you will be claimed. Answer no.

There's a new urban myth among college students that says they can get a $1000 from the government just for filing a tax form. For most of them, they simply aren't eligible. A full time unmarried student, under age 24, even if you don't qualify as a dependent, is only eligible for the refundable portion of the American Opportunity Credit if he supports himself by working. You cannot be supporting yourself on parental support, 529 plans or student loans & grants. It is usually best if the parent claims that credit.

.Reference: Line 7 instructions for form 8863.

Here's a post on the five main points on form 1098-T:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/college-education/discussion/re-what-do-i-do-with-form-1098t/01/3760212#M63114

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Refer to the TurboTax article: How do I indicate that I can be claimed as a dependent on someone else's return?

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