1098-T Tax Information
Tax reporting
1098-T forms are provided to students electronically no later than January 31 for the subsequent tax year.
- Learn how to obtain your 1098-T electronically through student center
Don't see a 1098-T in your student center?
If you do not have a 1098-T in your Student Center, your information may need to be updated. Information must be updated by December 15 to ensure your 1098T is submitted with the correct information.
Verify the following:
- If you have identified a preferred mailing address in your Student Center
- make sure that the "Address 1" field is filled out and not the "Address 2" field
- A preferred mailing address can be listed if you do not want your 1098-T mailed to the permanent address that was claimed with the Admissions Office when your application to campus was submitted
To update your address:
- Look for the "Personal Information" section right under the "Finances" section in your student center
- Click the "Demographic Data" menu item
- Click on the "Addresses" tab to make changes to your address information
- Make any changes to your address information on this page
- Make sure your ITIN or SSN number are current and updated with the Registrar's Office
- Please visit their office at the Student Services Building Lobby to do so
- If you have questions about updating your ITIN/SSN, please contact the Registrar's Office
- Make sure the amount being reported on your 1098-T is not expected to be less than or equal to $0
- If you think there is an error, please contact the Bursar's Office at 415-338-1281 or by email at bursar@sfsu.edu.
Tax Relief Act of 1997
We strongly encourage students to seek professional advice regarding eligibility for this tax credit.
Lifetime Learning Credit
The lifetime learning credit (LLC) is for qualified tuition and related expenses paid for eligible students enrolled in an eligible educational institution. This credit can help pay for undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree courses — including courses to acquire or improve job skills. There is no limit on the number of years you can claim the credit. It is worth up to $2,000 per tax return.