Graham has accepted an offer to do graduate work in the chemistry department at State University.The chemistry department offered Graham a $5,000 tuition reduction and $3,500 toward the cost of room and meals.Under the terms of the scholarship Graham must work in the chemistry labs during the summer as a research assistant.What amount must Graham include in his gross income?

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The $3,500 for room and meals is taxable because it is not a qualified scholarship expense. The $5,000 tuition reduction is not taxable as it is a qualified scholarship expense.

Graham Has Accepted an Offer to Do Graduate Work in the Chemistry