IRS Tax Transcript

Instructions for how to request a paper version of your tax return transcript.

How to Get Your Tax Transcript

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  1. Please begin by going to the Internal Revenue Service site.
  2. Click the "Get Transcript by Mail" link.
  3. Enter the social security number and date of birth of the tax payer.
  4. Enter the street address and zip code exactly as it appears on the tax return submitted by the tax payer.
  5. Choose "RETURN TRANSCRIPT" under the "Type of Transcript" drop down menu.
  6. Choose the appropriate "Tax Year" in drop down menu.
  7. Click Continue.
  8. If your request is successfully submitted to the IRS you will see a page indicating the IRS has accepted your request and that the tax return transcript will arrive by mail in approximately 5-10 days. The transcript will be sent to the address the IRS has on file for you.

If you have any questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at your earliest convenience.