1098-T (Tuition Tax Form)
What is a 1098-T?
A 1098-T form is an IRS tax form that BYU completes and submits to the IRS for most students. It provides documentation of tuition and tuition-related expenses paid in a calendar year. The information provided can help determine your eligibility for certain tax credits, including the American Opportunity Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit.
BYU typically publishes the 1098-T forms at the end of January (January 31). You can access the information online through My Financial Center. Choose Other, Tax Information, IRS Form 1098-T - Tuition Statement. When you navigate to this page, you will be asked if you would like to elect online delivery of the 1098-T. If you do not choose electronic delivery, the 1098-T should be mailed to your permanent mailing address listed on MyBYU.
1098-T Eligibility
The most common reasons for not being issued a 1098-T include:
- No payments in the year in question
- No Social Security Number
- No U.S. citizenship
- Not a BYU degree-seeking student
You can find FAQs about the 1098-T here. If you have questions about whether you are eligible for a 1098-T, email 1098t@byu.edu or call 801-422-6629. Please allow up to five business days for a response.
Using a 1098-T
BYU does not issue advice or counsel about how to file taxes. If you have specific questions about how to report the 1098-T, contact a tax specialist.