My 22-year-old daughter graduated with a BA degree from college (grand valley state university) on April 30, 2022 (full-time student), then took an additional class that spring to complete a minor degree with the same college, ending in June (part-time student). Can I still declare her as a dependent on my 2022 federal taxes since she was a student for at least six months even though not full time the entire six months? I'd like to go that route hoping I can still get the American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits (Form 8863) on her behalf for the full $2,500 like she did last year (I transfer the full amount to her when I get my refund). I'm thinking if she files on her own, she will only get $1,500 for that credit. I'm open to any advice I can get on claiming credits for college students. I have another daughter who is currently a full time student at the same college and I declare her as a dependent for the same reason. Both got $2,500 checks from me when my refund came through.
