VITA Tax Clinic

Free Income Tax Preparation

MCC offers free tax assistance and e-filing of federal and state returns for those who qualify with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Clinic.

2025 Walk-In Tax Clinic Schedule

Wednesdays: January 22–April 16 from 3:30–8:30 p.m. (closed March 26)

Saturdays: January 18–April 12 from 9 a.m.–2 p.m. (closed March 29)

Park in Lot B, enter Building A, Door A6, the entrance closest to Route 14

Información sobre la Clínica de Impuestos VITA (en español)

2025 Self-Preparation Options

We now offer alternatives to walk-in clinic assistance.

  1. If your income is less than $84,000, you can prepare your own tax returns using dedicated laptop kiosks provided by MCC that are directly linked to free filing software. These laptop kiosks are located in Co/Lab A, A218; Co/Lab E, E108; Building B—Campus Police Area; and the A100 Hallway and are available during regular campus hours.

  2. Prepare from home by visiting using the free filing software »

  • What are the Benefits of the VITA Tax Clinic?
    • Earned Income Tax Credit
    • Fast Refunds with free e-filing of federal and state returns
    • VITA-certified preparers
    • Banking and financial counseling (appointment required)
    • Trained staff will help individuals complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form with the completion of the tax return. (appointment required)
    • Amended and prior years’ returns (2019–2023) after March 12
    • Language services provided
  • Who Qualifies?

    The VITA Tax Clinic prepares tax returns for individuals or households with incomes less than $64,000.

  • What Do I Bring to the VITA Tax Clinic?
    • Prior year's tax return
    • Social Security cards or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) letters for all family members reported on the tax return (mandatory)
    • Valid photo identification cards (for main taxpayer(s) on tax return)
    • Bank account routing and account number for direct deposit
    • Earnings statements (wages W-2s), pensions, social security, unemployment, interest, dividends, 1099s, etc.
    • Brokerage Statements
    • Tuition statements and expenses (1098-T)
    • Mortgage interest statements (1098)
    • Real estate tax bill
    • Cancellation of debt/bankruptcy information
    • Self-employed business income and expense (summarized income and expenses categories)

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