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1098-T-FAQ

  • What is a 1098-T form? 
  • I received a 1098-T in the mail. Do I owe money to the College?
  • Which semesters are included on the 1098-T form?
  • My payments for tuition and fees are different than what is reported on my 1098-T form. Why?
  • Where can I find my payment history?
  • Can I get my 1098-T electronically?
  • Why didn't I receive a 1098-T form?

Also available: Student Accounts FAQ

What is a 1098-T form?

The 1098-T form is a tax document that colleges and universities are required to issue to students for the purpose of determining eligibility for education tax credits.

The 1098-T is for your information and it is your responsibility to determine your eligible tax credit yourself or with the services of a tax professional. You can find more information on the IRS website.

I received a 1098-T form in the mail. Do I owe money to the College?

No, the 1098-T form is not a bill.

Which semesters are included on the 1098-T form?

The 1098-T tax form includes amounts assessed in the previous tax year.

For example, a 1098-T form for 2011 would include Spring 2012 tuition and fees if the classes were billed in December 2011. You can find more information on the IRS website.

My payments for tuition and fees are different than what is reported on my 1098-T form. Why?

The IRS allows Institutions to report either Payments Received or Amounts Billed. Pima Community College has elected to report qualified tuition and expenses billed (box 2). Payments are not shown on the 1098-T.

Where can I find my payment history?

You can access your payment history through MyPima.

  • login to MyPima
  • select the Academics tab
  • select the MyAccount tab then select MyAccountManager.

Waivers and credits may also be included in the Payment column.

Where can I find my payment history?

The 1098-T form is available electronically

  • login to MyPima
  • select the Academics tab
  • select the MyAccount tab then select MyAccountManager
  • your 1098-T will be listed under Statements.

Why didn't I receive a 1098-T form?

You will not receive a 1098-T if any of the following criteria apply.

  • scholarships, grants and third party payments meet or exceed the charges billed to you
  • you are enrolled exclusively in non-credit courses
  • you have an expired or inactive mailing address in MyPima. Update your mailing address in MyPima by selecting the Home tab and then selecting Update Personal Information in the Quick Links column.
  • you are not a U.S. citizen or you do not have a permanent resident alien status
  • you have not provided the College with your Social Security number.

Also available: Student Accounts FAQ