Yes, the clerk is correct. You can use your student school account statement and enter the pertinent information from it.
Make sure you keep a copy with your tax records.
Report what was paid in tax year 2016 for education expenses incurred for tax year 2016 and/or the first 3 months of 2017 (if paid in 2016).
Also report all tax-free assistance.
According to the IRS:
" a taxpayer may claim one of these
education benefits without a Form 1098-T if the taxpayer
otherwise qualifies, can demonstrate that the taxpayer (or
a dependent) was enrolled at an eligible educational institution,
and can substantiate the payment of qualified tuition
and related expenses."
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