Tax Information FAQs
- Can I obtain another copy of my 1098T?
- What are "Qualified" expenses?
- I believe I paid more than the amount listed in Box 1; why doesn’t it show the full amount I paid?
- I believe that I did not pay as much as the amount listed in Box 1; where did that number come from?
- How can I verify the amounts that I paid to student accounts in 2022?
- How do I know whether or not I qualify for a federal education tax credit?
- Can I obtain another copy of my 1098T?
Current and former students, as well as parents, may access a printable PDF version of their 1098T online via Maximus TRA Services.
- What are "Qualified" expenses?
Qualified expenses (QTRE), per IRS guidelines, are expenses limited to tuition and certain related expenses for enrollment in a course. Room and Food and other expenses, such as the health center access fee, health insurance, and vehicle registration, are not included.
- I believe I paid more than the amount listed in Box 1; why doesn’t it show the full amount I paid?
Per IRS guidelines, the amount of payments listed in Box 1 is capped at the amount of QTRE. While you may have paid more than the amount listed on the 1098T, those payments may have been used for non-QTRE and are not permitted to be included on the form.
- I believe that I did not pay as much as the amount listed in Box 1; where did that number come from?
Per IRS guidelines, the amount of payments listed in Box 1 includes payments, scholarships, grants, loans, and other financial aid used to pay QTRE. Please note that Box 5 of the form also includes scholarships.
- How can I verify the amounts that I paid to student accounts in 2022?
If all your payments were online, parents and students can view these amounts via IRISHPAY:
- Log into IRISHPAY
- Click on "View and Pay Accounts"
- Click on "Statement History" tab
- Select the PDF download icon for any statement available
If you submitted payments via paper check, you can view you statement history for the 2022 tax year to see what payments were made from January 1, 2022 to December 31, 2022.
- How do I know whether or not I qualify for a federal education tax credit?
The University of Notre Dame is unable to provide tax advice. You may find it helpful to seek the counsel of an informed tax preparer or advisor. You may also find detailed information within IRS Publication 970.