Jarrod receives a scholarship of $18,500 from Riggers University to be used to pursue a bachelor's degree. He spends $12,000 on tuition, $1,500 on books and supplies, $4,000 for room and board, and $1,000 for personal expenses. How much may Jarrod exclude from his gross income?

Jarrod exclude from his gross income of $13,500

Explanation:

The following items which are excluded from the gross income are:

1. Tuition = $12,000

2. Books and supplies = $1,500

The total amount would be equal to

= $12,000 + $1,500

= $13,500

These items would be excluded because the deduction is allowed for these items. Whereas, the room and personal expenses are taxable. Hence, it would be included in the gross income