WHO WE ARE
USC VITA is a student-run organization that provides free tax assistance to families and students with moderate to low incomes in the Central Los Angeles community. We are committed to giving back and providing our clients with an excellent experience.
WHAT WE DO
We prepare tax returns for free for eligible clients.
Click the links below to check if you are eligible to receive free tax assistance with us.
HOW WE DO IT
Our volunteers are trained by accounting professionals and IRS-certified. If you are interested in volunteering, please click the link below.
Volunteer InfoTax Updates & Resources
Check back for the latest tax resources and updates that may affect you!
Returning Stimulus Checks
Only residents and citizens are allowed to claim a stimulus check, per the IRS. If you are a nonresident alien and received a stimulus check, click the link below to learn how to repay/return the check.
IRS: Returning Stimulus ChecksOther Tax Preparation Services
Click the link below for your corresponding residency type for tax purposes.
US Citizens/Resident AliensNon-Resident AliensHow to Extend Your Return for Free
If you do not think you can file by the tax deadline, you may file for an extension at one of the links provided by the IRS, found below.
IRS Free Extension Filing LinksNew Health Insurance Requirement for California Income Taxes
Beginning January 1, 2020, all California residents must either:
Have qualifying health insurance coverage for all members of your household
Obtain an exemption from the requirement to have coverage
Pay a penalty when they file their state tax return (From $750 and upwards)
Recovery Rebate Credit
If you did not receive your stimulus check, you are eligible for the refundable Recovery Rebate Credit, which can reduce your tax liability or increase your refunds by the amount of the stimulus.
Generally, you are eligible to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit if you were a U.S. citizen or U.S. resident alien in 2020, cannot be claimed as a dependent of another taxpayer for tax year 2020, and have a Social Security number valid for employment that is issued before the due date of your 2020 tax return (including extensions).
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USC VITA
LOCATIONS & HOURS
Closed for 2021
Don’t Forget Your Documents!
We cannot help you if you do not bring the required documents listed on the link below.
Required Documents2020 Tax Season At a Glance
February – April 2020
In Federal Refunds
Returns
Volunteer Hours