Tax Forms

All new, first-time student employees and students who have not worked for the University in the past 12 months must complete both the Federal W-4 and State of Maine W-4 tax forms. Both of these forms should be completed on MaineStreet.

Click here to download 2019 W-4 (Federal).

Click here to download 2019 Maine W-4.

PLEASE NOTE: Students will not have access to update their W-4 information until their required I-9 form and Authorization form have been completed, submitted to student employment, and processed.

The Office of Student Employment and the Payroll Office can answer basic questions about how to complete the form, but cannot offer any advice on what to file on the form.  Students who have tax questions should speak with their parents or their tax professional.

PLEASE NOTE:

1. Student earnings, including Federal Work-Study, are taxable.
2. If you file “EXEMPT” on your W-4, your exempt status is only valid for one year.  If you wish to continue your exempt status, you must file a new W-4 every January.
3. All student employees are exempt from FICA (Social Security Tax) provided they are enrolled at least half time, including the summer term.