Financial Aid

ISU Encourages Use of IRS Data Retrieval

The IRS Data Retrieval Tool allows applicants (and parents) to access their IRS tax information and have it automatically inserted into the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

How long after I file my federal tax form is the Data Retrieval Tool Available?

How Do I Access the IRS Data Retrieval System?

If you are unable to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool to provide tax information on the FAFSA,
you may be required to Order a Tax Transcript from the IRS.

You can return to the FAFSA and "Make Corrections" using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool

Watch a YouTube video showing How to Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool.
- Credit goes to University of California, Santa Barbara for this tool.


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