Hal_Al
Level 15

Education

Q.  Is this all correct? 

A.  Yes, basically.

 

I don't see where you said how much was in box 2 of the 1099-Q.  But apparently you used that amount the calculate the $1800 taxable income. 

 

Technically,  the $1800 it is not subject to a penalty because the $3300 (not $1800)  is smaller than the AOTC.  Yes, you avoid the 10% penalty if you have either scholarships or a tax credit covering the unqualified portion of the distribution