Question about American Opportunity Credit

Hello,

 

I have completed two associate's degrees at a community college. 2015-2019, started and then stopped again in 2021. Now picking back up again in 2024-2025. 

 

I am currently working on a bachelors but I am still taking a few courses at the same community college as it is cheaper to transfer credit.  I have not officially started courses at the college that offers bachelors degrees.

 

Am I still eligible for the AOC? I have never claimed credit for AOC. This four year rule seems so confusing!

 

EDIT: I was a dependent from 2015-2016 but have been independent since then.