Yes, the amount entered in "NJ Tuition Deduction" is normally taken from Box 1 of Form 1098-T, which shows the total payments received for qualified tuition and related expenses. While Box 1 may contain related expenses, NJ notes:
- Tuition alone. NJ instructions page 24 states:
- Line 37c – If you, your spouse, or your dependent enroll in or attend a New Jersey institution of higher education, you can deduct up to $10,000 for tuition costs paid during the year
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