<p>We are preparing for a visit to the accountant. This will be the first time we have prepared taxes with a child in college. Any suggestions on what information we should take with us? I believe tuition is tax deductable and room/board are not? Books but not the laptop? What about dorm supplies or the parking pass? What impact will merit scholarships have on all this? Thank you!</p>
<p>I believe the correct answer to nearly all of your questions is, “It depends.” Isn’t that why you’re paying an accountant to do your taxes? Bring all your documentation of college expenses with you, that way you’ll have whatever he/she needs and you can bring the rest home.</p>