Free Tax Preparation Assistance
The University of Illinois Springfield participates in the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to provide free, high-quality tax preparation services to eligible individuals in our community.
Trained and IRS-certified volunteers assist with preparing federal and state income tax returns at no cost.
Schedule Your Appointment
To schedule your VITA appointment:
- Call: 217-206-6541
- Email: vitataxhub@uis.edu
Appointments are required and are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.
Dates & Location
Service Period:
February 1, 2026 – March 31, 2026
Location:
University of Illinois Springfield, College of Business and Management, UHB 4046
One University Plaza
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407
Who Is Eligible?
The IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax preparation for individuals who need assistance filing their own returns, including:
- People who generally make $67,000 or less
- People with disabilities
- Limited English-speaking taxpayers
If you’re unsure about your eligibility, please contact us — we’ll be happy to guide you.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
To ensure accurate and efficient tax preparation, please bring:
- All W-2 and 1099 forms
- Social Security Cards or ITINs for all family members
- Valid photo identification for taxpayer and spouse
- If filing jointly, both spouses must be present
- A copy of your prior-year tax return
- Recent IRS letters, such as:
- Letter 6419 (Advance Child Tax Credit)
- Documentation of your Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) if applicable
- 1098 forms or real estate tax receipts
- Proof of unemployment compensation, if applicable
- A voided check or bank account/routing number for direct deposit
- Proof of childcare expenses
- Parcel number (Illinois homeowners only)
- Forms 1095-A, 1095-B, or 1095-C (Health Coverage Statements)
Contact Us
If you have questions or need assistance:
- Phone: 217-206-6541
- Email: vitataxhub@uis.edu
- Department: College of Business and Management(CBM), Accounting, Economics, and Finance (AEF), University of Illinois Springfield
