You are correct, tuition counts as an education expense.
However, you cannot claim an education credit if claimed as a dependent on someone else's return.
If you are eligible, then to claim qualified education expenses, follow these steps:
- Inside TurboTax with your return open, go to the search box and enter 1098t.
- Select the Jump to link in the search results.
- The payments will be listed in Box 1, which will report tuition and related expenses.
- Report Form 1098-T exactly as it was received.
- Complete the rest of the interview.
For more information, see: Where do I enter Form 1098-T?
For more information about what education expense tax breaks are available, see:
The Lowdown on Education Tax Breaks - TurboTax Tax Tips & Videos
