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  • Can Debt Forgiveness Cause a Student Loan Tax Bomb?

    Find out how student loan forgiveness can impact your taxes, including a breakdown of specific situations that are likely and not likely to cause a tax bomb. Understanding how student loan forgiveness works can help individuals on income-driven repayment plans avoid tax bombs.

  • Are Contributions to Nonprofit Schools Tax Deductible?

    Taxpayers are allowed to claim a deduction for donations they make to qualified organizations.

  • Video: What Is the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit?

    The Lifetime Learning Credit helps offset higher education costs for anyone who takes at least one class during the year at a post-secondary school. Learn how this flexible student tax credit can lower your liability dollar-for-dollar. Watch this TurboTax video to discover eligibility and filing rules.

  • What is Form 1098-E: Student Loan Interest Statement?

    The 1098-E form is used to report student loan interest that you’ve paid during the year. If you paid over $600 in interest, you can potentially deduct it on your taxes, which can reduce your taxable income. Learn more about Form 1098-E and find out if you qualify to save on your taxes with this deduction.

  • Taxes for Grads: Do Scholarships Count as Taxable Income?

    Are scholarships taxable? Find out when college scholarships and grants could count as taxable income based on their use. Learn about the conditions that determine taxability and how to report them.

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