Hal_Al
Level 15

Education

I don't see where, above, that we have yet determined whether  any of  her 1099-Q earnings ($1396) are taxable or not.

If the whole $8004 was used for educational expenses, including room and board; then yes, she is not required  to file either state or federal.

 

Since $1396 is more than the $350/$1100 filing requirement (for unearned income), she may be  required to file if any of the distribution is taxable. Furthermore, even if the taxable amount is less than $350, she has to file if the 10% penalty comes into play