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Question

College Tuition Expenses

Forum|Forum|4 years ago
April 7, 2022
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When entering college tuition expense amount on my state tax return for my daughter who is my dependent, should I enter what was paid out-of-pocket, or the total out-of-pocket plus what was paid with FAFSA loans? Does it matter who paid the out-of-pocket expenses, parent or child, as to what amount is entered here. Also, same question for entering expenses for books/computer/fees, etc.

Thanks!

Level 15

No it does not matter who paid, the Taxpayer that claims the student claims ALL education payments for a dependent student.

Even payments made by a family member or friend would be claimed by you.

Loans are the same as cash.

The ONLY expenses not reported are those that were paid with TAX-FREE funds, such as a tax-free scholarship.

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