Solved: I'm filing as head of household (divorced). Software says to qualify for American opportunity Credit, must file as joint but is allowing credit . Seems contrary to rules

I'm filing as head of household (divorced). Software says to qualify for American opportunity Credit, must file as joint but is allowing credit . Seems contrary to rules

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The American Opportunity credit is not available to taxpayers filing as Married filing Separately.

It is available to other filing statuses including Head of Household if you otherwise qualify.

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The American Opportunity credit is not available to taxpayers filing as Married filing Separately.

It is available to other filing statuses including Head of Household if you otherwise qualify.

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I am a full-time student and am eligible to be claimed as a dependent by my parents. Can I claim an Am Opp Credit on my return if my parents do not claim me as a dependent?

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I'm filing as head of household (divorced). Software says to qualify for American opportunity Credit, must file as joint but is allowing credit . Seems contrary to rules

I'm filing as head of household (divorced). Software says to qualify for American opportunity Credit, must file as joint but is allowing credit . Seems contrary to rules

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