Bursar

Tax Information

Tax form 1098-T is available on CougarNet by January 31 each year for the previous calendar year. Please ensure the University has your social security number to prepare your IRS Tuition Payment Statement (Form 1098-T).

• Student access to view your 1098-T on CougarNet

1. 1. Log into CougarNet using your e-ID or University ID (beginning with 800). If you are a former student, you can only use your University ID.
   2. Select Student
   3. Select Student Account
   4. Select Tax Notification
   5. Select the Year you want to view

• Authorized Third-Party access to view your student's 1098-T information
  
  1. Please login using the Third-Party Login option from our http://www.siue.edu/pay-my-bill page
  2. On the home screen left-side menu select "Activity Details". Or, select the "View activity details" button on the right-side.
  3. On the Activity Details page click the "on Cougarnet" link
  4. In the second box - Select the year you would like to view for 1098T: select the correct year from the drop down menu, and then click on the "1098T" button just under that box
  5. An image of the student's Form 1098-T will display at the top with Supplemental Information provided below
  6. To print, use your browser's print function. This will print the Form 1098-T, as well as the Supplement Information

If you encounter any problems, try using a different web browser(ie, Chrome, Firefox). Additional information regarding the 1098-T and the applicable tax credits may be found on the Bursar's website: www.siue.edu/bursar/about/tax-resources.shtml.

SIUE cannot provide you tax advice, determine your eligibility for a tax credit/deduction, or help you calculate the amount of your tax credit/deduction. For questions, please seek the advice of an individual tax preparer.  If you have any questions or concerns, you may email us at bursar@siue.edu or contact our tax line at (618)650-3113. 

• Understanding your 1098-T [pdf]
• Helpful Tax Resources