3. 2018 Income Information
Instructions for 2018 Tax Filers: Check the appropriate box below for both the Student and Parent. The best
way to verify income is by using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) that is part of FAFSA.
Student
I used the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) on the FAFSA.
I am attaching my 2018 IRS Tax Return Transcript. See
Step 4 for Instructions on obtaining a Tax Transcript.
I am attaching a signed copy of my 2018 Tax Return.
I filed an amended 2018 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 2018 Tax Return.
Parent
I used the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) on the FAFSA.
I am attaching my 2018 IRS Tax Return Transcript. GHC
will not accept copies of tax returns.
I am attaching a signed copy of my 2018 Tax Return.
I filed an amended 2018 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 2018 Tax Return.
Instructions for 2018 Non-tax Filers:
Complete this section if the student or parent(s) will not file and are not required to file a 2018 Income Tax
Return with the IRS. See step 4 for options on requesting a 2018 Verification of Non-Filing Letter.
Student
Non-Filing Status
I did not or was not required to file a 2018 Tax
Return.
2018 Earnings Information (Select one option)
I did not have earnings in 2018.
I had earnings in 2018. You must list your employer(s) and
income earned below AND attach W-2 form(s). All
W-2 forms must be provided.
Parent
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 2018
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.
2018 Earnings Information (Select one option)
I did not have earnings in 2018.
I had earnings in 2018. 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) that is acknowledged in the notary statement in section 7.