Tax Resources

Navigating tax documents can feel complicated but don't worry--there are plenty of resources available to help you through it! 

Please keep in mind that per University policy, the Student Services Center cannot provide tax advice.

Student Services Center Resources

• Form 1098-T Tuition Statement 
  • 1098-T Eligibility and Access
  • How to Interpret the 1098-T
• Other Tax Forms & Taxable Income
• List of Student Tax & Employment Forms
• 5 Simple Ways to Manage Your Graduate Funding

Bechtel International Center 

Tax information and resources specifically for international students. 

Mind Over Money 

• Tax Essentials for your time as a student and beyond.
• Taxes 101 Webinar in partnership with the FLI Office and the SSC.
• Other non-tax resources to support students’ overall financial wellness. 
• TaxFellows accessible tax services for Stanford students (TaxFellows.org).

Stanford Payroll

Annual Tax Form Distribution Schedule 

Federal and State Tax Resources

• IRS (Internal Revenue Service) Forms and Publications
  • IRS Publication 970: Tax Benefits for Education
  • IRS Publication 519: U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens
  • 8233 Tax Treaty Form
• IRS Tax Information for Students
• Interactive Tax Assistant
• Tax Credit Eligibility Workflow
• American Opportunity Credit and Lifetime Learning Credits
• IRS Information on Income Tax Exclusions for Scholarships and Fellowships
• California Franchise Tax Board