International Students
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We know that leaving home to study in the United States takes courage and has many challenges, but the Global Education Office is ready to help as you adapt to our environment and culture, and to make Clarion your home away from home.
We are here to provide you with all the information you might need, from immigration documents and employment authorization to academic and personal advising.
Use this site to find useful information regarding your student status or stop by the office to ask any questions you may have or just to talk!
2022 Taxes
Income Tax Filing is due by April 18, 2023
FOR ALL STUDENTS:
You must complete Form 8843 and send it to the address* that follows no later than April 18:
Department of the Treasury
International Revenue Service Center
Austin, TX 73301-0215
*Students who are also filing an income tax return, should send the Form 8843 with their Form 1040-NR, NOT to the above address.
Form 8843 Online Wizard
This online wizard will walk you through completing the form. Be sure your pop up blocker is disabled! Once completed, you can easily print the completed form, sign, and mail to the above address!
More information to help you complete Form 8843:
Your Taxpayer ID number is your Social Security Number or ITIN. Leave blank if you do not have a social security number or ITIN.
Line 9: PennWest Clarion
840 Wood Street
Clarion, PA 16214
Phone Number: 814-393-2000
Line 10: Katie Spangenberg
220 Scotland Road
Edinboro, PA 16444
Phone Number: 814-732-2770
STUDENTS WHO HAVE WORKED IN THE US IN THE 2022 CALENDAR YEAR:
In addition to completing the Form 8843, you must also complete income tax reporting, which includes Federal, Pennsylvania State and Local filings. To learn more, visit this link.
You can file your taxes through a company such as H&R Block. There is a fee for this service.
Edinboro Location: 308 Main Street, Clarion, PA 16214
There are companies that offer on-line filing assistance specifically for international students. There is a fee for these services:
http://www.sprintax.com/
OR you are welcome to file your taxes on your own.
FEDERAL FILING (Form 1040 NR):
The below items are needed:
1. Visa/Immigration Status information
2. Passport
3. Form I-20 (F) or Form DS-2019 (J)
4. Social Security number
5. Address information (i.e., current US address and foreign address)
6. I-94 travel history
7. Forms W-2, 1042-S and/or 1099 (if you received any)
8. 1098-T
9. Scholarship/fellowship grant letter (if you received any)
10. A copy of your 2019 federal income tax return (Form 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ), if you filed a federal income tax return last year.
STATE FILING:
As a non-resident you are still required to file a state income tax return. You need to complete PA-40.
https://www.revenue.pa.gov/OnlineServices/PersonalIncomeTaxe-Services/efile/Pages/default.aspx
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LOCAL FILING:
You must file a local tax form for the community in which you live.
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The form can be found at
www.hab-inc.com/form/forms-for-individuals (Address to be mailed is found at the bottom of the form.)
You can also file electronically at https://cp-efile.hab-inc.com/individual
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We understand that this annual filing can be overwhelming and confusing, but you will have to complete your own forms. Of course, we will do our best to guide you, so if you have any additional questions, please contact our office.
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HELPFUL LINKS:
IRS Online Tools and Resources
Medical Insurance
As an F-1 student, you are required to purchase medical insurance that covers you during the academic school year. Medical insurance not only helps to protect you should you need emergency medical care, but also helps to subsidize the costs of any other medical treatment you may required while studying at EU. Below is information to help explain and purchase U.S. medical insurance.
Pennsylvania State Drivers License
Below are some resources for those who would like to apply for a Pennsylvania Driver's License.
For instructions on how to apply for a Pennsylvania Driver's License, click here.
For a list of required documents needed for applying, click here.
DMV Fact Sheet, click here.
Applying For a Social Security Number
Before you can begin work on campus, you must apply for a Social Security Number at a local Social Security Office. Below is the application and other useful information regarding the application process. You will also need to request a letter from our office to present to the Social Security Office.
Informational Powerpoint for Applying for a Social Security Number Information Regarding Social Security Numbers Social Security Number Application Social Security Office Locations Employer Letter Template
If you are applying for a Driver's License, you will need to apply for a Social Security Number and present your denial letter from the Social Security Office to the DMV.
Useful Links
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Mail important documents internationally to or from the university​
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Print/view your most recent I-94 or I-94 history​
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Information if your family would like to visit you​
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Need to make your tuition payment via wire transfer? Do that here!​
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Complete this form if you plan on utilizing Curricular Practical Training​
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Information Regarding COVID-19
It is important that you stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 information. Any new information will be updated as it becomes available.
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The US State Department - Travel Website
CDC - Travel Website
CDC - Returning from International Travel Guidance
CDC - Current Countries Banned from US Entry
WHO (World Health Organization)