Note: The information provided below is not a substitute for professional/government tax counseling or for reading Internal Revenue Service and California Tax Board publications. The University is unable to provide tax advice to individuals.
Key Reference: Tax Benefits for Education Information Center
General Information on Taxes for International Graduate Students
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) consider graduate fellowships taxable income.
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Disclaimer: Although every effort has been made to provide accurate information, the University of California is not responsible for any tax liability or penalty students may incur because of the information provided by our office. The information we have provided is general and should not replace professional, Internal Revenue Service, or State Franchise Tax Board advice and assistance.