USC Financial Aid has asked for my W-2 form. How can I get this? (2024)

FAQs

How to get W-2 from USC? ›

ADP W-2 (https://www.W2.adp.com) provides USC employees with 24/7 Internet access to the current and past year W-2 form for both paper and online recipients. You can consent to receive your W-2 online at any time.

If you are missing documents, you can get copies from the IRS. If you are missing your tax returns, you can request a tax return transcript, and if you are missing your W-2s, you can request a wage and income transcript.

In the event you lose your Form W–2, or require a duplicate copy you can download a copy from Cal Employee Connect under the "W-2" tab. You also can request one from the State Controller's Office.

The quickest way to obtain a copy of your current year Form W-2 is through your employer. Your employer first submits Form W-2 to SSA; after SSA processes it, they transmit the federal tax information to the IRS.

The easiest way to download your current or prior year 1098-T is to login to MyUSC and select OASIS under the “Other Services” tab. The 1098-T can be found under “Financial Information.” If you do not have access to MyUSC, please follow the directions in the ECSI email or visit the ECSI website for more information.

If you don't get a W-2 in time to file your taxes. Use your paycheck stubs to estimate your wages. Then complete Form 4852 and attach it to your tax return.

If you or your parents' income is below the minimum amount to file taxes, you can choose the option “Will not file” when you complete the FAFSA. However, you will need to provide any W-2, 1099 or final pay stub received for that specific year.

If you don't have Schedule 2 for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), you may not need to report additional taxes. However, it's essential to consult with a tax professional or the IRS for specific guidance.

If you are unable to contact your former employer or are having difficulty getting your W-2, the IRS can help - https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/form-w2-missing-irs-can-help or call 800-829-1040.

How to get a copy of W-2 fast for free? ›

Use the IRS's “Get Transcript” tool if you only need the information contained in the W-2 and the W-2 you need is less than 10 years old. This service is free of charge. Use form 4506 if you need your W-2 form and you need other information from that year's completed taxes.

These transcripts can be obtained in two ways – by establishing an online account through the IRS website and printing, or by submitting a form called a 4506-T to the IRS and receiving the transcript through the mail.

If your employer has an online portal where you access paycheck information, time cards, and other employment information, log into the website to see if your W-2 can be accessed there. Even if you can't find it in your email or online, you may still be able to get it electronically.

You still must file your tax return on time even if you do not receive your Form W-2. If you cannot get a W-2 by your tax-filing deadline, you may use Form 4852, “Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement,” but it will delay any refund due while the information is verified.

You can create fill-in versions of Forms W-2 and W-3 for filing with SSA. You may also print out copies for filing with state or local governments, distribution to your employees, and for your records. Note: Copy A of this form is provided for informational purposes only.

If your employer or its representatives fails to provide you with a Form W-2, contact the IRS and we can help by providing you with a substitute Form W-2. If your employer is liquidating your 401(k) plan, you have 60 days to roll it over to another qualified retirement plan or IRA.

Accessing your W-2s

If you signed up for an electronic W-2, you can view or download it at UCPath online or At Your Service Online. If you didn't opt to receive a W-2, your form has been mailed to you.