Do I file my taxes if I am a graduate student, permanent resident in westchester county in NY state, made $0 income in 2017. I only have loans that pay for everything.

[ModestaL]

Did you receive any "unearned" income from Unemployment?

[kristinaanaomi]

No, I did not. I did not receive any income from any source/method.

[ModestaL]

Okay, see answer below.

[kristinaanaomi]

Thank you; does this apply for both federal and state taxes? Also is there any waiver I need to fill out to explain why I am not filing taxes. I have one more year of graduate school and am concerned about them asking for the 2017 taxes next year. I can put "will not file" but does that impact my standing for FAFSA.

[ModestaL · Accepted solution]

No, if you didn't earn income from any sources in 2017, you are not required to file a tax return.

Here's a link with more information about filing a return with no income: https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/irs-tax-return/can-i-file-an-income-tax-return-if-i-dont-have-a...