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posted Apr 3, 2020 1:35:46 PM

Should I enter my 1098T and other ed expenses if my parents did on their taxes? They made too much for any additional credits or deductions?

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Expert Alumni
Apr 3, 2020 1:50:21 PM

No, if you are their dependent then you cannot enter the education expenses on your return. It can only be entered on your parent's return.

Level 15
Apr 3, 2020 5:25:51 PM

DanaB27's answer is correct, in most situations. 

 

However, if your tax liability is over $500* (line 12b of form 1040), there is a provision to allow you to claim a tuition credit, on your return.  However, it requires your parents to not claim you and lose the $500 other dependent credit. 

 

*$500 isn't a rule, it's just the point at which this technique becomes practical.