That is correct. In your case, there is no taxable scholarship income. If the student had no other income, the student needn't file a Federal return.
Form 1098-T is used to determine taxable income and/or education credit.
If taxable scholarship income, that would be claimed by the student.
If education credit, that would be claimed by the Taxpayer that claims the student.
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