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kattykp
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Why I need form 8917

 
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BarbaraW22
Expert Alumni

Why I need form 8917

Form 8917 is used to calculate the Tuition and Fees Deduction. If you have qualified education expenses, the tuition and fees deduction can reduce the amount of your income subject to tax by up to $4,000.

 

You can claim the tuition and fees deduction if you meet the following requirements:

  • You pay qualified education expenses for higher education
  • You pay the education expenses for an eligible student
  • The student is you, your spouse, or your dependent

There are also two credits available for qualified education expenses: the American Opportunity Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit. TurboTax will help you determine which education credit or deduction provides the greatest benefit.

 

Please click on this TurboTax article for more information.

 

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rianna135
New Member

Why I need form 8917

I already filed my taxes, but TuboTax just notified me today that they received my Form 8917. What should I do? 

KarenM90
Level 11

Why I need form 8917

Was your return rejected or did you receive a letter related to a prior year taxes?

 

Here is a link with more detailed information regarding form 8917:  Education Credits, Form 8917

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rianna135
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Why I need form 8917

My taxes were already excepted. Thanks for the link 

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