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eFile Form 1098-T Online
Electronically file your Form 1098-T to report tuition payments and scholarships.
What is Form 1098-T?
Form 1098-T, also known as the Tuition Statement, is an IRS information return used by eligible educational institutions to report students who paid qualified tuition and related expenses during the tax year.
Qualified expenses generally include tuition, mandatory fees, and required course materials needed for a student to enroll in or attend an eligible institution.
In addition, insurers are required to file Form 1098-T for individuals who received reimbursements or refunds of qualified tuition and related expenses.
What Form 1098-T Reports:
- Qualified tuition and related expenses – Amounts paid or billed for education
- Scholarships and grants – Financial aid received by the student
- Adjustments to prior year amounts – Refunds or reductions
- Student enrollment status – Half-time, graduate student indicators
- Insurance contract reimbursements – If applicable
1098-T IRS Deadlines
The deadline for filing Form 1098-T with the IRS is typically January 31st.
Recipient Copies: January 31st
IRS Deadline: March 31st
Note: If January 31st falls on a weekend, the due date will be the next business day. Exact deadlines for each year can be found on the IRS website.
Information Needed to File Form 1098-T
The following information is required to file Form 1098-T online:
Institution (Filer) Information
Legal name, employer identification number (EIN), and mailing address.
Student Information
Student’s name, taxpayer identification number (TIN), address, and associated account number.
Tuition and Financial Activity
This section may report:
- Payments received for qualified tuition and related expenses
- Adjustments related to charges from a prior tax year
- Scholarships or grants awarded to the student
- Scholarship or grant amounts reported for the previous year
- Refunds or reimbursements of qualified tuition and related expenses
How to File Form 1098-T Online with eFile My Forms
Filing your 1098-T forms online is faster, more accurate, and more affordable than traditional paper filing. Our streamlined process takes just minutes:
Step 1: Input Recipient Information
Choose the method that works best for your business:
- Manual entry: Perfect for businesses filing 1-10 forms
- Excel/CSV upload: Bulk import for 10-100 forms using our template
Step 2: Enter Form Information
Complete all required information for Form 1098-T and put in total amounts for each box.
Step 3: Review and Validate
Our system automatically checks for common errors including:
- Missing or invalid TIN numbers
- Incorrect name/TIN combinations
- Address formatting issues
- Missing required information
Step 4: Submit and Deliver
Once you approve your forms:
- We e-file directly with the IRS (same business day for submissions before 5 PM ET)
- Recipient copies are printed and mailed via USPS
- You receive confirmation of IRS acceptance
- All forms stored securely for 3+ years
Frequently Asked Questions to IRS Form 1098-T
What Copies are included for Form 1098-T?
Form 1098-T includes the following copies:
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Copy A – Submitted to the IRS
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Copy B – Provided to the student for their records
What are the penalties for not reporting or inaccurately reporting Form 1098-T?
Failure to file Form 1098-T accurately and on time may result in IRS penalties. Penalty amounts typically range from $60 to $660 per return, depending on how late the form is filed and the size of the organization.
Is electronic filing required for Form 1098-T?
Yes, if you are filing 10 or more information returns with the IRS, you are required to file electronically.
What is the 2025 deadline for Form 1098-T
For tax year 2025 (reported in early 2026) the IRS deadline for recipient forms is February 2nd, 2026.
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