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The document provides instructions for Form 8863, which is used to claim education credits such as the American Opportunity Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit for the tax year 2016. It outlines eligibility requirements, including the necessity of receiving Form 1098-T from educational institutions, income limits for claiming credits, and details on qualified education expenses. The document also explains the differences between the two credits, their maximum amounts, and conditions under which they can be claimed.

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What is the Lifetime Learning Credit for 2015?

The Lifetime Learning Credit for any taxpayer for any taxable year is an amount equal to 20 percent of so much of the qualified tuition and related expenses paid by the taxpayer during the taxable year (for education furnished during any academic period beginning in such taxable year) as does not exceed $10,000.

How to claim the American Opportunity Tax Credit?

To claim the American opportunity credit complete Form 8863 and submit it with your Form 1040 or 1040-SR. Enter the nonrefundable part of the credit on Schedule 3 (Form 1040 or 1040-SR), line 3. Enter the refundable part of the credit on Form 1040 or 1040-SR, line 29.

What is the maximum income for the American Opportunity Credit?

What Are the Income Limits for the AOTC? Income Limits for the American Opportunity Tax Credit SingleMarried Filing Jointly Full Credit $80,000 or less $160,000 or less Partial Credit More than $80,000 but less than $90,000 More than $160,000 but less than $180,000 No Credit More than $90,000 More than $180,000

What are qualified expenses for Form 8863?

IRS Form 8863 qualified expenses These include tuition and mandatory fees necessary for enrolling or attending, such as lab or technology fees. The AOTC covers some additional qualified expenses, including books, supplies, and equipment needed, even if these items are not purchased directly from the school.

How to qualify for $2,500 American Opportunity Credit?

To be eligible for AOTC, the student must: Be pursuing a degree or other recognized education credential, Be enrolled at least half time for at least one academic period* beginning in the tax year, Not have finished the first four years of higher education at the beginning of the tax year,

Is form 8863 the same as schedule 3?

The American Opportunity Credit is calculated on Form 8863, Education Credits. The total credit amount goes to Form 1040. The total credits are carried to Schedule 3 then Form 1040 for the nonrefundable portion of the credit and Form 1040 for the refundable portion of the credit.

Why am I not getting full American Opportunity Credit?

why I dont get AOTC credit? The AOTC credit has 2 aspects--a non-refundable portion which is applied to tax due. You do not get that since you have no tax liability. The other portion is refundable--you get it whether you have a tax liability or not.

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