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    May 14, 2008, 02:32 PM
    Can I deduct college application fees?
    Hello Forum and Experts,

    I spent a lot of money in TY 2006 applying to medical school -- test preparation class, application fees, secondary application fees, plane tickets for interviews, etc. Can I claim these expenses? I've spent at least $3,000, so needless to say it would be nice to deduct. Thanks in advance for your help.

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    May 14, 2008, 03:56 PM
    No, you can not deduct them.
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    May 15, 2008, 06:49 AM
    Agreed. Such costs are considered expenses for INITIAL QUALIFICATION for a profession and are therefore NOT deductible.
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