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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 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. Additionally, it includes information on adjustments to qualified expenses due to scholarships or refunds.

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Begin with Part I, where you will enter your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) on line 3. This is crucial for determining your eligibility for education credits.
Proceed to Part II, where you will calculate the nonrefundable education credits. Enter the total qualified education expenses paid for each student in line 9.
In Part III, provide detailed information about each student claiming an education credit. Ensure that you include their names and social security numbers accurately.
Complete the Adjusted Qualified Education Expenses Worksheet to determine the amounts to enter on lines 27 and 31 for American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits respectively.

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What disqualifies you from claiming the American Opportunity Credit?

There are a few situations which may exclude you from taking the credit. You cant take the AOTC if any of the following apply: Your filing status is married filing separately (MFS). You are claimed as a dependent on another persons tax return (such as the taxpayers parents return).

Who needs to fill out form 8863?

If youre a student hoping to take advantage of one of the IRS education tax credits youll have to file Form 8863 with your tax return, and there are a few things you should know before you begin.

Who cannot take an education credit on their tax return?

Who cannot claim an education credit? You cannot claim an education credit when: Someone else, such as your parents, list you as a dependent on their tax return. Your filing status is married filing separately.

How does form 8863 affect my tax refund?

The completed form transfers your credit amount to Schedule 3 of Form 1040, where it reduces your tax liability dollar-for-dollar. For the American Opportunity Credit, up to $1,000 can be refundable, meaning you can receive it even if you owe no taxes.

What documentation do I need to claim the AOTC?

To claim AOTC, you must complete the Form 8863 and attach the completed form to your tax return. To be eligible for AOTC, the law requires the student to have received Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, from an eligible educational institution, domestic or foreign.

Who qualifies for the American Opportunity Tax Credit?

To be eligible for AOTC, the student must: Be pursuing a degree or other recognized education credential in a post-secondary educational institution eligible to participate in a US Department of Education student aid program. Be enrolled at least half-time for at least 1 academic period* beginning in the tax year.

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