[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":7},["ShallowReactive",2],{"faq-standard-69":3},{"rec_id":4,"title":5,"text":6},"69","Do I need Form 1098-T from my child's college before I can claim the American Opportunity Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit?","For most taxpayers, you need to receive \u003Ci>Form 1098-T\u003C/i> in order to claim the \u003Ci>American Opportunity Credit\u003C/i> or \u003Ci>Lifetime Learning Credit\u003C/i>. \n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\n\u003Ca href=\"/freefile2025/answers?faq=7529\"> What if I don't have a 1098-T?\u003C/a>\n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\nIf you don't have a \u003Ci>1098-T\u003C/i>, but you know the amount of tuition paid to the college, you can enter that amount on the \u003Ci>Additional Tuition Expenses\u003C/i> screen. \n\u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>\nMenu Path: \u003Ci>Deductions/Credits > Common Deductions/Credits > College Tuition (1098-T)\u003C/i>",1777391527950]