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mariannasigno
Apr 1, 2010, 07:31 PM
I'm on a J1 scholar visa and I'm doing research in life sciences.
I started taking classes at NYU for a professional certificate in translation (to become a scientific translator) as an alternative option to an academic career.
Would I be eligible for the lifetime learning credit?

MukatA
Apr 3, 2010, 04:49 AM
No, nonresidents do not get education credit.

mariannasigno
Apr 3, 2010, 02:49 PM
Im a resident alien

AtlantaTaxExpert
May 6, 2010, 11:42 AM
If you are a resident alien, then you can claim the Lifetime Learning Credit.