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International Students



International students are affected by specific tax laws and treaties that do not affect U.S. Citizens and resident aliens.  This page is provided in an effort to answer questions that international students may have regarding their compensation and taxes, as well as the regulations that govern them.

New International Students:   The Global Education Department at Dickinson College provides an excellent resource page to help you become oriented to Dickinson College.  Click  New International Students to visit this resource page.

Current International Students:  The Glocal Education Department at Dickinson College provides an in-depth resource page in an attempt to assist you in your continuing education at Dickinson College.  Click  Current International Students to visit this resource page.

Tax Information Resources 

Understanding Your W-2 

Understanding Your 1042-S 

Federal Income Tax Forms 

Form 1040-NR-EZ                     Form 1040-NR-EZ Instructions 

W-8BEN Form                              W-8BEN Instructions 

Form 8233                                     Form 8233 Instructions 

Form 8843 and Instructions 

Form W-7 with Instructions (English) 

Form W-7 with Instructions (Spanish)

State Income Tax Forms 

Form PA-40                                   

Local Income Tax Resources 

Certificate of Residency Form 

Local Services Tax Exemption and Refund Forms 

Income Tax Form 531                 

Other Relevant Links 

Glossary of Terms 

IRS Publication 515  - Withholding of Tax on Nonresident Aliens

IRS Publication 519  - U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens

IRS Publication 901  - U.S. Tax Treaties