The IRS did not specifically mention that returns claiming Education Credits would be delayed this year. However, returns claiming a refundable portion of the American Opportunity Credit will most likely see a delay as well, just like in past years.
Click this link to check out the IRS announcement about Refund Timing for the 2018 filing season.
You can click this link to check the status of your tax refund: Where's My Refund? at IRS.gov.
