Hath
Level 1

Claiming College expenses for Study Abroad

My son attended college in Australia last year.  We used the ISEP program but went with a direct application rather than a "exchange" as he wasn't likely to find someone from Australia to attend his school.  I paid all expenses through ISEP (Company who manages program), but never got a 1098-T for the semester ( since this didn't go through his school). 

 

Am I able to write off the costs of the tuition and housing?  If so, how would I do it (ie: just increase the amount of the 1098-T even though it is through a different university)?  The credits all transferred back to his University, so it should theoretically be eligible, but not sure if I am able to claim.

Any advice?

Thanks.