Expenses for tuition, registration fees, and other required fees are qualifying expenses for the Tuition and Fees Tax Deduction. Do not include the cost of books, supplies, software, room and board, or other miscellaneous expenses for schooling. Qualifying expenses are reported to you and to the IRS using Form 1098-T. Limits The maximum amount of tuition and fees deduction you can claim is $4,000 per year. If your income is over $65,000 but under $80,000 (unmarried), then the maximum amount you can deduct is $2,000.