3. 2017 Income Information
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2017 TAX FILERS: Check the appropriate box below for both the student and/or spouse.
The best way to verify income is by using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) that is part of the FAFSA.
I used the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) on the FAFSA.
I am attaching my 2017 IRS Tax Return Transcript.
I am attaching a signed copy of my 2017 Tax Return
I filed an amended 2017 Tax Return.
If you select this option you must submit a signed copy of your 1040X and a Tax Return Transcript or a signed copy of your
2017 Tax Return.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR 2017 NON-TAX FILERS: Complete this section if the student and/or spouse have not filed
and are not required to file a 2017 Income Tax Return with the IRS. See step 4 for options on requesting a 2017
Verification of Non-Filing Letter.
Non-Filing Status (Select one option)
I am attaching my IRS Letter of Non-Filing Status because I did not or was not required to file a 2017 Tax Return.
I am unable to obtain an IRS Letter of Non-Filing Status and have attached documentation (i.e. screen shots)
that verifies I have attempted to access the Letter of Non-Filing Status from the IRS website.
2017 Earnings Information (Select one option)
I did not have earnings in 2017.
I had earnings in 2017. You must list your employer(s) and income earned below AND attach W-2 form(s). All
W-2 forms must be provided.
4. IRS Tax Transcript or Verification of Non-filing Letter Request Options
• Get a Transcript either ONLINE or by MAIL – Go to www.irs.gov, click “Get Your Tax Record”. Click
“Get Transcript Online” or “Get Transcript by Mail”.
o You must use the form 4506T if your address has changed since you last filed.
• Automated Telephone Request – 1-800-908-9946 (Only primary taxpayer on return can use this option)
5. Student – Identity Verification (Check the appropriate box)
I am appearing in-person with valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license, state
identification card, military ID or passport). The Financial Aid Office will make a copy.
I am attaching a copy of my valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID (such as a driver’s license, state
identification card, military ID or passport) this MUST BE ACKNOWLEDGED in the notary statement in section 7.
6. High School Completion Status
(Check the correct box and provide the required documentation)
High School Diploma: Attach a copy of your high school diploma or high school transcript indicating your
graduation date.
GED: Attach a copy of your GED certificate or GED transcript.
Home School Graduate: Attach a copy of your home school completion transcript (or equivalent), signed by your
parent/guardian.
Copy of your high school transcript AND a signed statement from your high school counselor stating that,
although you didn’t graduate, you did excel academically in high school.
Copy of college transcript showing successful completion of at least a 2-year program fully acceptable toward a
bachelor’s degree.
