High school students taking college level courses at an eligible educational institution are eligible for the Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC). Follow these steps in TurboTax Online to generate the credit:
1) Go to the section Deductions & Credits>Expenses and Scholarships (Form 1098-T)
2) Add Student
3) For the question Was (student) working on an Associate, Bachelor's or Graduate degree? answer No
4) Was (student) enrolled in certificate or credential program? No
5) Was (student) taking college level courses? Select Yes if a high school student
These answers will generate the Lifetime Learning Credit instead of the American Opportunity Credit.
See this IRS article for more information:
Lifetime Learning Credit
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