Question: Can an International Student Claim Taxes?
I am an International Student and I’ve been receiving scholarships , for tuition and medical insurance purposes, from the United States… Can I claim Taxes on that even though I’m not working?
(international student medical insurance)

Best answer:

Answer by v b
If your scholarships are used for more than tuition like room and board, that portion is taxable. If the amount that is taxable is more than $ 3400, then you have a filing requirement because you could OWE taxes.

At best you do not need to file; at worst, you owe.