IRS Evaluates Tuition Tax Form Workload
Published Date: 4/17/2026
Notice
Summary
The IRS wants your thoughts on how it collects tuition info using Form 1098-T, which schools and students see every year. They’re checking if the form is easy to use and not too much work, aiming to keep things clear and simple. If you have ideas or concerns, send them by June 16, 2026—this helps keep the process smooth and fair without extra costs or hassle.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
1098‑T Reporting Continues Unchanged
The IRS is extending the currently approved information collection for Form 1098-T (Tuition Statement) with no change to the collection. Eligible education institutions (businesses and non‑profits) are required under IRC section 6050S to report tuition payments; the IRS estimates 24,762,900 responses, 13 minutes per response, and 5,447,838 total annual burden hours. The notice invites comments (include OMB Control No. 1545-1574) by June 16, 2026.
Students Receive 1098‑T Tuition Statements
Eligible education institutions must provide Form 1098-T reporting certain tuition payment information to both the IRS and to students. The form (1098-T) is used to report tuition under IRC section 6050S and will continue to be issued under the extended information collection.
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