1 The scholarship plus earned income is below the filing requirement of $13,850 so he should get a refund.
Due to the scholarship, your son has unearned income for purposes of the kiddie tax. It doesn't apply this year since he is below the filing requirement. Just something to keep in mind for future years. See What is the Kiddie Tax? so that you are aware of requirements. See also Topic No. 553 Tax on a Child's Investment and Other Unearned Income (Kiddie Tax)
2. Other Dependents Credit is often used by parents of college kids. From What You Need to Know about CTC, ACTC and ODC
- Know that for ODC:
- This is a non-refundable tax credit of up to $500 per qualifying person.
- The credit begins to decrease in value if your adjusted gross income exceeds $200,000 ($400,000 for married filing jointly).
The only reason to claim him would be because you can. In your case, with no credits or deductions allowed, it isn't necessary. It is necessary that your son mark that he can be claimed.
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