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posted Jun 3, 2019 12:04:42 PM

What is a school EIN and why do I need it? My school pays me no money

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Expert Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 12:04:43 PM

If you paid college expenses you should receive a Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement and it should include an EIN (employer identification number) for the college. An EIN (employer identification number) is also called a federal identification number. It is similar to a Social Security number for an individual.  

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Expert Alumni
Jun 3, 2019 12:04:43 PM

If you paid college expenses you should receive a Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement and it should include an EIN (employer identification number) for the college. An EIN (employer identification number) is also called a federal identification number. It is similar to a Social Security number for an individual.