When filling out dependant information and it asks if your defendant was a student. Does that include elementary school or just tuition based school?

jazzy1029- · ‎February 10, 2022

My children are we’re 5 and 4 in 2021 and attended public school. Do I check yes that they are students?

Tweetynae25 · ‎February 17, 2022

No, your children are not considered students who can deduct any education tax credits. Only a child of at least 17 years old and enrolled in a qualifying college, university, or educational institution, is eligible for the tuition credit. Please see our TurboTax article for further information. Deducting Your Child’s School Tuition From Your Taxes?

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When filling out dependant information and it asks if your defendant was a student. Does that include elementary school or just tuition based school?

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