Thank you kevinko11 - I was able to get the answer by posting the question here: <a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="
https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/4601595-i-ve-1098t-with-amount-in-box1-paid-in-2018-box-7-checked-...>
I am going to say yes to at least half-time student so I can claim the credit and avoid the extra workload in 2019 having to amend 2018 tax return.
