So, after cross-referencing my tax documents, I believe I received Form 1098-T three times, but have only claimed it on the last two tax returns (2023 and 2024). I know you can claim it up to 4 times, but the part I'm not sure about is the "Did the student complete the first 4 years of postsecondary education before 2025?" question.
I recently graduated from community college with an Associate of Science degree. It took me from Fall 2021 to Fall 2024 because I was mostly doing half-time.
This semester, Fall 2025, I entered the 2-year sonography program at the same community college, which is a non-transfer AS degree program for an Associate of Science degree in diagnostic medical sonography.
Question 1: Would I select YES or NO to "Did the student complete the first 4 years of postsecondary education before 2025?"
Question 2: Will I still be allowed to claim the American Opportunity Credit for 2025 and later for 2026?
I know the Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) exists, but it's non-refundable, and I don't owe any taxes to require its use.
