topic I have a Felony Drug conviction from 2012, am i disqualified from the American opportunity tax credit? in Education

I have a Felony Drug conviction from 2012, am i disqualified from the American opportunity tax credit?

mshiple4 — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:22:06 GMT

KrisD15 — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 00:23:26 GMT

Correct, that would disqualify you for the American Opportunity Tax Credit, however you might be eligible for the Lifetime Learning credit.

According to the IRS:

"As of the end of 2021, the student had not been convicted of a federal or state felony for possessing or distributing a controlled substance."

Miss MCJ2 — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 18:14:54 GMT

Yes, you could be a convicted murderer and still qualify but a felony drug conviction will disqualify you for life. Thank your congress members.