You are able to claim a deduction for the amount that you repaid during 2016.
For repayments of less than $3,000:
- Federal taxes - Deductions & Credits - Check for More Tax Breaks - Other Deductions & Credits - Show more - Other Deductible Expenses
- When you get to the screen that shows Less Common Expenses, click Yes
- Enter a description and amount that you repaid; click Continue
