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On [DATE], American Public University System combined with Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing to form a single higher education institution. American Public University System (System) now includes American Public University, American Military University, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI). We are continuing to update our website to reflect our new structure.

 
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What Information Appears on Your 1098-T Tax Form?

The 1098-T tax form is subdivided into 10 boxes. The university may leave some of these boxes blank if they do not apply to you.

  • Box 1: Payments Received for Qualified Tuition and Related Expenses
  • Box 2: Amounts Billed for Qualified Tuition and Related Expenses - This box is left blank.
  • Box 3: Checkbox for Change of Reporting Method – This box is left blank.
  • Box 4: Adjustments Made for a Prior Year – This box will only have an amount if there were any adjustments in payments for qualified tuition and related expenses from the previous tax years. 
  • Box 5: Scholarships or Grants – This box will only have an amount if you have a Pell Grant payment, outside scholarship, military benefits, or employer-provided assistance administered by the university.
  • Box 6: Adjustments to Scholarships or Grants for a Prior Year – This box will only have an amount if there were any adjustments to scholarship or grant amounts from previous tax years. 
  • Box 7: Amounts for an Academic Period Beginning in January through March of the following tax year
  • Box 8: Check if at Least Half-Time Student – This box may be checked if you have at least 6 undergraduate or 3 graduate credits per 16-week semester.
  • Box 9: Check if a Graduate Student – This box may be checked if you’re pursuing a graduate degree program or certificate.
  • Box 10: Insurance Contract Reimbursements or Refunds – This box is left blank.

Below is an image of a typical 1098-T tax form that you’ll receive from the university.

1098 T - 2023

If you have additional questions about this tax form, please email stuaccounts@apus.edu or call 877-755-2787 during the following hours:

Mon - Thurs: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET
Fri: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET
Sat: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET
Sun: Closed