To claim the American Opportunity Credit, you have to be an eligible student enrolled at least half-time. An eligible student is defined as a student who:
- Is enrolled at least half-time in a program leading to a degree, certificate, or other recognized credential
- Had at least one academic period beginning during the year
- Didn't claim the American Opportunity Tax Credit for more than three previous years
- Didn't complete the first four years of post-secondary education before the beginning of the year
TurboTax will ask you questions about your enrollment status when you start the Education section under Deductions and Credits.
And you can't take the Saver's Credit if you are a full-time student. You can go back and check your answers to your enrollment status by visiting the Retirement Savings Contribution Credit section, also under Deductions and Credits.
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