How can I file return for dependants?

[hectorvillavi]

Hi guys, I am file my return for my wife and 3 dependent children over 18. I am looking for advice on how to transfer tuition amounts from them to me.  1) Do I need to first file their returns separately before I can include these tuition amounts?

[TurboTaxJennifer · Accepted solution]

Yes. The returns for the dependants must be prepared first as certain line entries from their returns are necessary to complete the tuition transfer.

After recording each student as a dependant on your return, there are two sections in the Deductions portion of your return which must be completed to enable the tuition transfer - A) Additional Dependant Information and B) Tuition Amount Transfer (under the Claims for Dependants heading).