Education Credits and Deductions – Cost of a Computer
For purposes of the education credits and tuition deduction, the cost of a computer qualifies as an education expense if it is needed as a condition of enrollment.
For more information on qualified education expenses, go to IRS Instructions for Form 8863 Education Credits (American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits) or Form 8917 Tuition and Fees Deduction.
Related Links
- Form 8863 – Education Credits
- American Opportunity Credit
- Lifetime Learning Credit
- Publication 970 Tax Benefits for Education
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