Taxes
Taxes
Tax Filing for College Students
Students who are single and earned more than the standard deduction ($13,850 in 2024) are required to file a tax return. That $13,850 includes earned income (from a job) and unearned income (such as from investments). If your job withheld federal income tax and you earned under that amount we can file to get the money back to you. There are also tax credits for education that could be available.
Whether or not you can be claimed as a dependent on your parents' tax return is based on your age, your student status, and who is paying the bills. Generally, a parent can claim you as a dependent until age 19, but if you are a full-time student, they can claim you as a dependent until age 24.
Tax Information
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) helps low-to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. If you qualify, you can use the credit to reduce the taxes you owe --and maybe increase your refund.
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VITA SITESThe IRS's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. The VITA program has operated for over 50 years. Vita sites offer free tax help to people who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns, including:
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Taxes (International Students)International students and scholars, who receive income from a U.S. based source, are required to file federal tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by April 15, 2024. You may also be required to file state tax returns as well. Sources of U.S. income may include the following: on-campus employment, graduate assistantships (TA/RA/GA), scholarships, fellowships, grants, or earnings from OPT or CPT.
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