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There are two methods available for international students to file Form 2023 Income Tax Return:

1.  Use Sprintax Returns to prepare your federal income tax return Form(s) 8843 or 1040NR by using a code provided by the The Office of Global education.   Please consult the International Student Tax Guide.  There are additional services that may be purchased in Sprintax Returns but you do not need to make any additional purchases.  There is an additional fee to file a state tax return. 

2.  Kent State - VITA to prepare your federal and state income tax returns.   This is available only for students on an F, J or Q VISA or for students and employees on any VISA if considered a resident alien.  This is the only option for preparation if you need assistance with obtaining an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN)  You will need to complete in advance or once you arrive at the site.  Please refer to the International Student Tax Guide for further details on what you need to bring to the site. 

PLEASE NOTE: The International Student Advisors, the payroll department, and the tax manager cannot answer individual tax questions. Kent State - VITA is only able to fully prepare the income tax returns except when help is needed to finish with Sprintax Returns. 

International Student and Scholar Services will send information in its ISSS Weekly Update on accessing  Please continue to read your ISSS Weekly Update; if you are not receiving these updates every Wednesday, please email isss@kent.edu and ask to be added.