# Federal Taxes ## expand\_more ## Filing United States Federal Tax Returns Generally, you must file a Federal income tax return (Form 1040) if you receive a specified minimum amount of gross income for the calendar year. The minimum amount varies with a number of factors, including your marital status and your status as a dependent. Refer to the [Internal Revenue Service website](https://www.irs.gov/) for the full listing of filing statuses. ## Federal Work-Study Program Federal Work-Study earnings are subject to taxes. Harvard will provide a W-2 for all Federal Work-Study Program jobs (on and off-campus jobs). You may be able to obtain an electronic copy of your W-2 by following the instructions found [here](http://oc.finance.harvard.edu/how-to/central-payroll/order-copy-your-w-2). If you have not received your W-2, and can’t access it online, please contact Payroll Customer Service **after February 10th** by sending an email to , or by calling 617.495.8500, option 4. Emailed requests must include your name; either the first 4 digits of your HUID or last 4 digits of your SSN; address the W-2 should be mailed to. Reprint requests will be processed within 5 business days. **Please allow extra time for processing and mailing.** ## United States Federal Income Tax Filing Deadline April 15, 2026