EOF Confirmation Process
In order to be confirmed financially eligible for the RU-N EOF program you will need to submit supporting income documentation. Below are a number of resources to assist you.
Financial Aid Process
Step 1: Complete your FAFSA or NJ Dreamers Alternative Financial Aid Application by state deadlines. The FAFSA becomes available on October 1st, yearly.
Step 2: Submit any documents listed on HESSA/NJFAMS “To Do List” You will need to create a HESSA ID if you do not already have one. Make sure that the email you use to create your account is one you check regularly.
Step 3: Submit any documents listed on the “My Financial Aid” section of your “My Rutgers Portal”
Helpful Tips
- Check your Rutgers/HESSA email regularly as additional documents may be requested at any time
- Rutgers Financial Aid may take 5-7 business days to review your document. If you see a document has not been removed from your list after that timeframe, contact us
- If you are asked to submit the same document to HESSA & Financial Aid, it must be submitted in BOTH portals
For more information please contact:
Program Coordinator
Amir Malcolm
amir.malcolm@afc.rutgers.edu
Filed Taxes?
Below are some helpful tips to obtain the documentation needed if you filed taxes.
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If you filed taxes, you must submit a copy of your TAX RETURN TRANSCRIPT.
NOTE: A Tax transcript IS NOT the same as a 1040 tax return and must be obtained from the IRS. It is also NOT a Tax Account Transcript.
Follow these steps in order to obtain a tax return transcript from the IRS.
- ONLINE: Visit irs.gov, select “Get Your Tax Record” and then “Get Transcript Online.” Be sure to select the appropriate tax year and Tax return transcript. For further assistance, read the frequently asked questions about getting a transcript online. (instant download)
If you can not obtain it online:
- MAIL: Visit irs.gov, select “Get Your Tax Record” and then “Get a Tax Transcript by Mail” or call 1-800-908-9946. Be sure to request the appropriate tax year. May take 2-3 weeks.
- IN PERSON: You can bring the completed IRS Form 4506-T to the nearest IRS office. You will need to schedule an appointment in advance. ALL PAGES ARE REQUIRED!
Troubleshooting:
If you submitted the document and it is still showing outstanding after two weeks:
- Contact your EOF counselor for assistance.
- Make sure you have the correct tax year and double check all pages have been submitted
Didn’t File Taxes?
If you did not file taxes, you must still show documentation for your income. Below are some examples and where to obtain common income statements if you don’t already have them in your records.
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If the student/parent(s) did not file taxes, you can request the “Verification of Non-filing Letter” transcript through the IRS website
Follow these steps in order to obtain a Verification of Non-filing Letter transcript from the IRS.
- ONLINE: Visit irs.gov, select “Get Your Tax Record” and then “Get Transcript Online” or “Get a Tax Transcript by Mail.” Be sure to select the appropriate tax year. For further assistance, read the frequently asked questions about getting a transcript online. (instant download)
If you can not obtain it online:
- MAIL: Visit irs.gov, select “Get Your Tax Record” and then “Get a Tax Transcript by Mail” or call 1-800-908-9946. Be sure to request the appropriate tax year. May take 2-3 weeks.
- IN PERSON: You can bring the completed IRS Form 4506-T to the nearest IRS office. You will need to schedule an appointment in advance. ALL PAGES ARE REQUIRED!
IF STUDENT WAS IN HIGH SCHOOL DURING THAT TAX YEAR:
- The student can write a letter with their name, RUID and explain that they were in high school during the year XXXX and did not work and did not file taxes and submit that.
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If student/parent(s) are are not able to locate the W-2/1099, they can:
- Contact their employer to request a duplicate copy
- Request a Wage and Income Transcript from the IRS website
Unemployment Benefit statements can be obtained from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development
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Contact your local social security office for these yearly statements.