Taxes
Restrictions on Assistance: The Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs office, or any other University of Pennsylvania employee is NOT authorized to assist anyone with any IRS tax form preparation or tax related questions. The information provided is intended for your benefit.
Any questions or concerns should be directed to a certified tax preparer or a local IRS field office. Additional questions can also be directed towards the
Taxes & Withholdings
Stipends paid to postdoctoral researchers and non-NRSA post-doctoral fellows are compensatory in nature and are considered wages for federal income and FICA tax withholding. Stipends paid to NRSA post-doctoral fellows continue to be considered non-compensatory and are therefore not considered wages for federal income or FICA tax withholding purposes. Penn does not withold federal taxes or FICA on NRSA Fellows’ stipends.
Penn Division of Finance
Penn Division of Finance Website
The Division of Finance provides strategic financial stewardship, trusted leadership, and responsive service to the Penn Community. Within this division, the the office of Corporate Tax, Compliance, and Payroll ensures federal, state, and local taxes are properly withheld and reported. It also provides assistance to University faculty, staff, and students on questions regarding their withholding and providing year-end tax documents.
International Postdocs
International Postdocs Website
For additional information about taxes for international postdocs please visit the ISSS website.
Disclaimer: ISSS does NOT have the expertise to advise on tax matters.