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VITA at Gies -- Take Charge of Your Taxes
Get up-to-date news on the VITA income tax program through Gies Business, including tips for your taxes and the schedule for the Gies VITA site at Salt & Light Urbana. The VITA site will be open starting Tuesday, February 3, 2026. For more information about the program, visit https://go.gies.illinois.edu/VITA.
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  • Prepay or Prepare to Pay Taxes webinar

    Prepay or Prepare to Pay: Tax Planning for Students

    Oct 4, 2025 3:30 pm2 views

    Don't get stuck with a large tax bill in April! Learn how to estimate your tax liability and make strategic decisions about pre-paying taxes or adjusting withholdings to avoid penalties and unexpected tax bills, especially for students earning income or receiving fellowships, scholarships, and grants.

  • Tackling Tax Basics Get Savvy Webinar

    Tackling Tax Basics Webinar

    Apr 1, 2025 5:00 pm19 views

    Tackling Tax Basics #GetSavvy webinar recording can jumpstart your knowledge before you file your taxes. Take time to listen to this free webinar recording featuring Mandi Alt, Gies College of Business faculty and produced by University of Illinois Student Money Management Center.

  • Taxes for International Students Webinar

    Feb 24, 2025 8:30 pm57 views

    Filing your tax return can be stressful and challenging, especially if you're an international student. Listen to this webinar to learn more about your responsibilities as well as resources to help you!

  • Student on phone

    College Students Talk to Your Family Before You Prepare Your Taxes

    Mar 31, 2025 1:00 pm7 views

    Young adults need to coordinate with their family to decide who will claim who as a dependent. The answer may include looking at potential tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and education-related tax credits.

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    Selecting a Paid Tax Professional

    Jan 23, 2025 10:00 am37 views

    At times your best option for preparing your taxes is to hire a paid tax professional. When you hire someone to prepare your taxes, take the time to interview one to three persons to find the best fit for you and your situation. Click on the title above to read more.