Taxes for F1 student worked in CPT & OPT
I am an Indian student worked full time during CPT(Curricular Practical Training) and OPT for almost an year. I worked as an independent contractor for the entire time. I made around $97,000 which is now reported on the 1099-misc form. I will be filing 1040NR and Schedule C. I have also incurred expenses of around $14,000 in car, food and travel. Now my question is can I claim itemized deduction of $5,150 and a standard exemption of $3,300(for f1 student under tax treaty) + the expenses under schedule C.
Am I in a legal situation with regards to filing taxes or should I have worked on W2 for the entire time?
Thanks!