Apply for Flexible Tuition
OES uses School and Student Services for Financial Aid (SSS) to help determine a family’s ability to pay tuition. The service and process, used by over 2100 schools nationwide, help ensure that schools use a consistent and objective procedure to evaluate a family’s ability to pay tuition.
Because Flexible Tuition is limited, it is important to complete the application on time and to fully disclose your financial situation before the deadline.
2019–20 Flexible Tuition Application
Deadline: February 4, 2019
All Applicants:
- Submit the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS) www.solutionsbysss.com/parents
(Available November 1)- OES School Code is 5572.
- The cost to submit a PFS is $51. Fee waivers are automatically provided to families who meet the income qualification for a waiver.
Domestic/USA Applicants:
- Scan and upload the following documents to the PFS by February 4:
- 2018 W-2 (from all employers)
- 2017 and 2018* IRS Federal Tax Form 1040 and all schedules (including Schedule C, D, E). If you own an S-Corp, please include your 1120S business return and K-1.
- 2017 and 2018* State tax returns
- IRS Form 4506-T Request for Transcript of Tax Return (do not send this form to the IRS!)
- Additional documents may be requested.
*2018 tax returns may be submitted after February 4.
International Applicants
- Scan and upload the following documents to the PFS by February 4:
- International Student Financial Aid Profile
- Documentation to verify income and taxes paid. Accepted documents may be pay statements, annual tax statements, and letters of employment.
Common Questions
- My 2018 tax returns will not be ready by February 4; can I still apply?
- How do I submit the supporting documents?
- What is Form 4506-T and how do I complete it?
My 2018 tax returns will not be ready by February 4; can I still apply?
YES! Please be sure to submit all other supporting documents by February 4 for consideration. OES will work with the information on the PFS and other documents to determine eligibility. It is often in your best interest to have current tax returns to show current tax liability. If Flexible Tuition is offered, it will be contingent upon receipt of your final tax returns. Families who are straight W-2 wage earners should make every effort to provide 2018 tax returns by February 15.
Please note: you DO NOT need to file your tax return with the IRS by February 15 to apply for Flexible Tuition. If you owe taxes or need to wait on additional bank documents before filing your taxes, please upload a draft copy to the PFS. If future documents change your return, please contact OES with updates.
How do I submit the supporting documents?
What is Form 4506-T and how do I complete it?
Form 4506-T is required for all families applying for Flexible Tuition. This standard IRS form allows OES to request an official copy of your tax return (if ever needed). Follow the quick reference guide for tips on how to complete the form. Forms should be uploaded to the PFS or dropped off in the OES Admissions office. Do not mail the 4506-T to the IRS.
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