File Your Taxes for Free!

Get a free tax preparation and e-file submission through this special IRS approved program. Come to see us during tax season from January through April.

Come see us if you are:

• A student at Hostos CC
• A parent or guardian claiming a Hostos CC student as a dependent

Why see our tax professional?

• The American Opportunity Tax Credit is worth up to $2,500 of the cost of tuition and related expenses, including books. Even if you don't make enough money to file a return, file anyway because you may get up to $1,000 in your refund.
• It's easy and FREE!
• You need to file a tax return in order to file your FAFSA fomr and apply for financial aid.

What do you need to bring?

• Photo ID and social security cards for everyone on tax return
• W-2 forms for each job
• If claiming child care tax credit, documentation & provider tax ID
• Any other tax-related documentation you have received (i.e. 1099)
• If married and filing jointly, spouse must be present.

Eligibility: Students & their parents earning

• Less than $18,000 annually with no children; OR
• Less than $50,000 annually with children
• International Students Welcome!

Tax Preparation provided by: ARIVA - www.arivaonline.org