AnnetteB6
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Education

No, if she was not enrolled as a student at least half-time in a program leading to a degree, certificate, or recognized credential, then she is not eligible for any education credit.

 

Repayment of a scholarship is not a qualified education expense and receiving a Form 1098-T showing that repayment is not enough to be considered a student if she was not actually enrolled and taking classes.

 

There is not a place on the tax return that she can claim the repayment as any kind of deduction.

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