I came to the U.S. in August 2022 on an F1 visa and I’m currently on STEM OPT. My wife joined me in 2024, also on an F1 visa, and I’m paying her tuition fees. I’m trying to figure out if I can claim any tax deductions for paying her fees. Also, I’ve heard that F1 students are considered non-resident aliens for the first five years, so we can’t file jointly — is that true? Any guidance or insights would be really appreciated.
