Grad Student Tax Workshop 2026
Making Sense of Income Taxes
Curious about how income taxes work—and how to avoid unpleasant surprises at tax time? Join our Financial Education Workshop presented by UM Financial Education. We’ll break down the tax process step by step, from understanding what income taxes are to navigating tax forms and deadlines. Learn how to handle scholarships, fellowships, and other types of taxable income. We’ll also discuss key tips for international students. This session focuses on clear, useful information—not advice—so you can feel confident about the basics and ready to discuss your individual situation with a tax professional.
- What is income tax?
- How to avoid owing money at tax time
- Scholarships & fellowships: when are they taxable?
- Reporting different types of income
- Key considerations for international students
- Tips to be prepared for conversations with tax professionals
You may sign up for one of two options
- Attending in person
- Attending over zoom
Lunch will be provided for participants attending in person and is capped due to room capacity limits, but last-minute drop-ins are welcome as space allows.