In my scenario we are better not claiming our son. He doesn't claim himself but, he gets to reduce his tax liability to 0 with the education tax credits. In your sons scenario with only $8k in income, depending on your income levels, it most likely is better for you to claim them.
**I don't work for TT. Just trying to help. All the best.
***Say "Thanks" by marking as BEST ANSWER and clicking the thumb icon in a post and that I solved your question
**Mark the post that answers your question by clicking on "Mark as Best Answer" I am NOT an expert and you should confirm with a tax expert.
