There is no longer a tuition and fees deduction, so there is not an actual deduction for the purchase, however, it can be used in the calculation of the education credits.
A laptop is an eligible education expense to take the Lifetime Learning Credit or the American Opportunity Credit if you otherwise qualify for the education credits. Depending on what the accessories you purchased are, they may or may not qualify as education expenses. They would need to be required for your courses in order to be eligible.
Qualified Education Expenses
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