2012 IRS Tax Form 8863 - Education Credits

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If you're interested in claiming the American Opportunity Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit, you will have to complete this IRS Form 8863, Education Credits, and attach it to your income tax return. Note that you may not, in the same year, claim this credit and also claim a deduction for tuition and fees (Form 8917) for the same student. This form is supported by our free product, CompleteTax Basic and all of our products, which will automatically include the correct forms in your online tax return.

IRS Form 8863, Education Credits

Instructions for IRS Form 8863, Education Credits

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For more information, see our discussion of the American Opportunity Credit and Lifetime Learning Credit.



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