AOTC Key Messages

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These are the key messages for this filing season. The messages center on reaching those who are eligible for an education credit.

 

2023 Filing Season Education Credit Key Messages

  • In general, a student is required to have Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, to be eligible for an education tax credit. The student receives this form from the school attended.
  • If you claim the American opportunity tax credit, the law requires you to include the school’s Employer Identification Number (EIN).
  • If you paid for college or other post-secondary education in 2022, you may receive some tax savings on your federal tax return or receive a refund, even if you’re enrolled in an online program or studying outside of the United States.
  • A student can only be claimed for the American opportunity tax credit for four tax years. However, the years don’t have to be consecutive and courses can be taken online.
  • You may qualify for the American opportunity tax credit for your dependent’s post-secondary education expenses if you and the student each have a taxpayer identification number (TIN) issued by the due date of the return (including extensions). The TIN can be a Social Security number, an individual taxpayer identification number or an adoption taxpayer identification number.
  • You may qualify for the American opportunity tax credit for your post-secondary education expenses if you have a taxpayer identification number (TIN) issued by the due date of the return (including extensions). The TIN can be a Social Security number, an individual taxpayer identification number or an adoption taxpayer identification number.

 

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