Q. Where can I get help with filing my income taxes?

The University of Illinois Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers FREE tax preparation assistance for low to moderate income (gross income less than $69,000), older adults (age 60 and older), limited English speaking taxpayers, and those with disabilities. 

For more information, visit the VITA Program webpage, email vita@business.illinois.edu, or call 217-300-4784.

The IRS offers a Free Tax Return Preparation for Qualifying Taxpayers information page with further details about Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE), and AARP programs.  This page includes locator tools to find assistance near you.

The Urbana Free Library has a Tax Forms & Info page which includes information about other local tax assistance and counseling.

International students: please visit the Income Tax information page on the U of I International Student and Scholar Services website.

Also see our Taxes library guide.