Taxes
All F1 students present in the U.S. last year must file form 8843. Spouses and dependents must also file this form.
- Click here to download form 8843 and instructions
Students who earned U.S. income last year must also file form 1040-NR.
- Click here to download form 1040-NR and instructions
- W-2 form required. On-campus workers can find the W-2 in myHCC. Those employed off-campus will receive the W-2 from the employer.
- If you are required to file a 1040NR, you are also required to file a Maryland State income tax return. Maryland residency requirements are based upon time living in Maryland, not upon immigration status. Please consult a tax professional for more information.
All completed forms must be mailed to the IRS by April 15th
If you are NOT including a payment, forms should be mailed to:
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service Center
Austin, TX 73301-0215
If you ARE including a payment, forms should be mailed to:
Internal Revenue Service
P.O. Box 1303
Charlotte, NC 28201-1303
Howard Community College International Student Admissions provides this tax resource to HCC students for informational and educational purposes, not as a substitute for advice obtained from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or a qualified tax professional. Students who have questions about their income tax situation should consult a qualified tax professional. Each person is responsible for the accuracy of his/her income tax returns and any resulting penalties or interest.
Please also see the following websites for tax assistance and more information regarding international student taxes:
- Sprintax (provides assistance with Federal and State returns)
- Glacier Tax Prep (provides assistance with Federal returns only)
- IRS Foreign Student and Scholar Information
- IRS Forms and Instructions