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Is the purchase of academic regalia (cap, gown, and hood) a deductible item? We are required to go and to wear this at graduations and convocations.

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Yes, this could be considered work clothes if you are a college professor and required to wear these items for your job. They are not suitable for wear outside of work.

These are not deductible for graduating students.

See this link for a discussion of Work Clothes, and be prepared to document your expense.

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In order to get more AOTC, if I include $2000 grant/scholarship as taxable income, Is this income earned income or unearned income? more specifically, will the student have to file tax return if students total income is $3500 work study + this $3000?

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Is the purchase of academic regalia (cap, gown, and hood) a deductible item? We are required to go and to wear this at graduations and convocations.

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