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Tax filing guide For college students<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Taxes can be tricky for any taxpayer. Filing taxes as a college student can make things all the more intimidating, especially if you\u2019re new to taxes. To be honest, there\u2019s a lot to cover. That\u2019s why we\u2019re here\u2014to make filing taxes as a student and all the relevant topics\u2014a little easier to absorb.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Student taxes resource hub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Tax benefits<\/h2>\n

Student filing tips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

American Opportunity Tax Credit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lifetime Learning Credit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tax forms<\/h2>\n

Form 8863<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form 1098-T<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form 1098-E<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Financial aid & taxes<\/h2>\n

Student aid taxability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scholarships<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAFSA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Work Study Income<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Free tax filing for students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know some students can file taxes for free with H&R Block? It\u2019s true! The most common tax forms students need can be filed absolutely for free this tax year with H&R Block Free Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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File online<\/a><\/h2>

Do your taxes from a smartphone or computer. We’ll be with you every step of the way. <\/p><\/div>

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Tax benefits for students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Student tax credits and deductions can help make higher education more affordable. Get an overview of the tax benefits for students from our tips for filing as a student<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

American Opportunity Credit<\/span>Up to $2,500<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lifetime Learning Credit<\/span>Up to $2,000<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Keep in mind, what counts as a qualified education expense for these tax benefits<\/a> varies, and IRS rules keep you from using more than one at a time. Sound tough? Don\u2019t worry, our program can help you figure out which tax benefit helps you most.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Common tax forms for college students<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Forms cover all the nitty gritty details the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) needs. Luckily, you don\u2019t need to be a tax form expert to take care of filing taxes as student. That\u2019s where we come in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form 8863<\/span>For the American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form 1098-T<\/span>For the Tuition and Fees Deduction.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form 1098-E<\/span>For the student loan interest deduction.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Scholarships, financial aid, & taxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most financial aid is taxable and must be reported on your tax return. What\u2019s more, your taxes can affect the aid you receive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To get a bird\u2019s eye view, check out our post on student aid taxability<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scholarships<\/span>Find out what’s taxable for your situation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FAFSA<\/span>Review the form requirements and how to file one without a tax return<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Work study<\/span>Learn how the IRS treats income. <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Have income from a side job?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re working as an independent contractor (ex. working for Lyft or DoorDash), then your taxes may be more complex and might not qualify for H&R Block Free Online. But don\u2019t worry, we\u2019re still here for you. Find out what gig workers need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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