Dependent son in college out of state

eiuasa · ‎March 16, 2025

My dependent son goes to college in Iowa, we live in Illinois. He did not have income in Iowa, his only income is a 1099-DIV from his investment account. When it asks if he lived in another state during 2024 should he say yes or no?

MinhT1 · ‎March 16, 2025

You can answer No.

Time away for college is considered by the IRS as a temporary absence.

Please read this IRS document for more information.

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MinhT1 · ‎March 16, 2025

You can answer No.

Time away for college is considered by the IRS as a temporary absence.

Please read this IRS document for more information.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎March 16, 2025

Say no. He is your dependent and living away at school is a "temporary absence." He did not earn any income in the "school" state so you do not need to enter anything about that state on his tax return.

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