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gjm1730
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February 2, 2023
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1098-T for $25

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I received a 1098-T for $25, which is a technology fee.  I don't care about any related tax deductions for this amount. Tuition is waived, because I am a senior citizen and am not getting any credit for the course.  I am only auditing it.  Do I need to file this 1098-T?  My ss# is not printed on the form, which I understand can result in a $50 penalty.  Do I have to have the university amend the 1098-T?  Seems like a waste of time in my case.   I would appreciate any feedback; I have not been able to get through to the SSA.

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    Vanessa A
    Level 15
    February 2, 2023

    No, you do not need to include the 1098-T on your tax return since you are not taking any type of credit and would not be eligible for one since you are not getting any credit for the course. 

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    gjm1730Author
    Level 2
    February 5, 2023

    Will I be fined the $50 for not having provided my SSN for the University to include on the 1098-T?

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    KrisD15
    Level 15
    February 5, 2023

    No, the 1098-T is an informational form. 

    You were not obligated to provide  your Social Security number for your 1098-T since it is not reporting any sort of income. 

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