My employer paid $9,025 in 2018 towards my MBA and I have a 1098-T, but the has me sharing the expense and took $2,000 out of my check in p/r deductions. Can I claim?

[KrisD]

An employer can contribute up to 5,250 tax-free for an employee's education. Anything over that amount is taxable income for the employee. 

This means that any expenses over 5,250 can be claimed by you. 

CLICK HERE for IRS Pub 970 Tax Benefits for Education