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Financial Aid > Tax Return "Conversion" Table for 2009-2010 FAFSA

This table will allow you to complete the 2009-2010 Free Application for Federal Student Aid ("FAFSA") when a completed 2008 federal income tax return is not available.

When you get to the question which ask, "Have you completed your income tax return?" you will answer "I will file..." From that point forward you simply provide your best estimate of all figures for 2008 -- what you believe your tax return will show.

The FAFSA instructions will tell you where to find the answers on your 2008 tax return. Without a 2008 tax return, you will need to begin with your 2007 tax return, but you must use different line numbers. Use the table below to identify the correct lines from your 2007 tax return.

Important ! While you may begin with the 2007 tax return as the basis for your application, you must still make reasonable estimates for known increases or decreases in work income, earnings from investments, net business or rental income, etc.

Using the Table: Find the requested item on the left side. Locate the type of return you filed at the top, and follow the column to find the corresponding line number.

Do not use any line other than those shown.

If you have questions, please contact Mark Anderson, Associate Director (847-735-5010 or 800-828-4751 or E-mail).

View the Table