Your 1099Q is less than the cost of tuition so it does not need to be included. You are right, the IRS would never get them matched up. If your son only has the scholarship income, then he does not need a return. His scholarship plus 1099Q is still less than the education costs.
Be sure to add any additional expenses paid for supplies, books, etc.
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