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February 9, 2020
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Education deduction

  • February 9, 2020
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My daughter has decided to return to college.  I am paying for her tuition.  Can I deduct any of this even if she is no longer a dependent?

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    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    February 9, 2020

    No, you cannot.  If the student is not your dependent you cannot claim any education expenses for the student on your tax return.

    Level 2
    February 9, 2020

    Thanks,