AmyC
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Education

Yes, scholarship income in excess of tuition and other eligible expenses is taxable income. Be sure to include all eligible expenses. See Qualified Education Expenses - Internal Revenue Service

 

If someone else can claim you, you may also have to include the kiddie tax.

 

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Topic No. 421, Scholarships

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