What is the cutoff age for a dependent

[Gliebert49]

My son was 24 as of Dec31, 2024 in college and supported by me. Can I claim him as a dependent?

[Vanessa A]

It depends.  He would not be considered a qualifying child as the cut off age is 23 (UNDER 24)

If his total income was less than $5,050 you can still claim him as a qualifying relative.  If his income was greater than that, then you would not be able to claim him at all. 

[Gliebert49]

Where is the option on your return for qualifying relative?

[Vanessa A]

When you walk through and answer the questions on your son, it will give you determine if he qualifies for the Other Dependent Credit.  It is not a checkbox on the forms. 

Basically, you do not do anything different than if he was a qualifying child, you just answer the TurboTax questions in regards to him and then you can claim the credit and head of household if he qualifies. 

Qualifying Relative