If you have a 1098T, with expenses greater than scholarship, and no felony convictions, then you may qualify for education expenses.
A loan is something you will pay back, you are still paying for college. A loan has no effect on your education credits and deductions.
Please see the following links:
Why didn't I get an Education Credit or Deduction
IRS and the AOTC
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