1098-T Tuition Tax Statement

Educational institutions are mandated by the Internal Revenue Service to send a 1098-T tuition statement to each enrolled student who has made a reportable transaction based on the IRS criteria.

Depending on your income (or your family’s income, if you are a dependent), whether you were considered to be enrolled half-time or greater for one term, and the amount of your qualified educational expenses for the year, you may be eligible for a federal education tax credit. Refer to IRS Publication 970, IRS Form 8863 and the Form 1040 for information and instructions about claiming education tax credits.

How to View Form 1098-T Tuition Statement on myGeneseo

Current students:

  • Log into myGeneseo
  • Search for "1098T" and click on the icon
  • Select the tax year you wish to view

Details of the amounts listed in each box of the 1098-T statement can be found below the 1098-T displayed. Print this information to assist your tax preparer with determining tax credit eligibility.

Geneseo’s FILER’s Federal Id is 16-1514621

The Student Accounts Office is not able to provide tax advice.  Please consult a tax professional or IRS Publication 970 for assistance.

Online Access to Official 1098-T Form

Current & Former Students:  

SUNY Geneseo partners with Heartland ECSI to deliver the 1098-T statements. The Heartland 1098-T website is available 24/7 providing students access to their tax statements. It allows students to view and print their 1098-T tuition statement.   To access your 1098-T go to heartland.ecsi.net, then:

  • Sign In or Register.  If you do not have an existing profile with ECSI, you will need to register before signing in.
  • Choose how to receive your verification code to complete ECSI's multi-factor authentication process.
  • Once signed in, click 'Connect an Account' to connect your account using your Heartland Key (17 Digit Account Number)
    • Search for your heartland key by selecting 'click here' on the right-hand side next to 1098T forms
    • Enter your school (SUNY Geneseo), SSN and zip code, then select 'I'm not a robot'
    • Click 'Find My Heartland Key'  
    • If the information you entered matches what we have on file, your Heartland Key will populate in the Heartland Key field in the Connect An Account section.          
  • Next, click the box for 'I am not a robot,' then click Connect.  
  • Once your school account is connected, you can view your tax information.  From the Your School Accounts page, click on the tile/card for Geneseo.  Then, click on the View Account button.  Your 1098T information will be displayed on the page.  From here you can view/print the desired 1098T form. 

Need help logging in to Heartland ECSI? Please call 866-428-1098, Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 8:00pm EST.

Important Reminders About the 1098-T

  • Forms are mailed by Jan. 31 from Heartland ECSI, the company chosen by SUNY administration. You may expect to receive your form by early February.
  • Not all students who receive a 1098-T are eligible to claim a deduction or credit. SUNY Geneseo staff are unable to provide you with individual tax advice. Consult with an informed tax preparer or the IRS if you have questions about your tax filing.
  • Data reported on the 1098-T is also reported to the Internal Revenue Service by Heartland ECSI at the end of March.
  • Geneseo’s Filer’s Federal ID number is 16-1514621.

While staff of SUNY Geneseo and ECSI may be able to answer certain questions about the 1098-T Tuition Statement, they cannot explain the requirements for educational tax credits. Please consult your tax professional.

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