Is the American Opportunity Tax Credit part of the turbo tax deluxe questions? I don't see it specifically mentioned.

[MayaD]

Yes. You can claim the credit in TurboTax Deluxe.

 When you report the 1098-T form and enter the education expenses in the education section, TurboTax will automatically generate form 8863.

Taxpayers use Form 8863 to figure and claim their education credits, which are based on qualified education expenses paid to an eligible postsecondary educational institution. 

To report form 1098-T:

1. Login to your return.
2. Select Search and enter Form 1098-T
3. Select Jump to form 1098-t

To check if you qualify for the American opportunity credit please check TurboTax help article: Who is eligible to take the American Opportunity Tax Credit?