Cashier's Office
If you have additional questions about your account, tuition, or payment, the Cashier’s Office is here to help.
There are a number of things you can access in Self Service regarding payment and
tax information.
What you can do in Self Service:
- Check Your Balance
- Make a Payment
- Set Up a Payment Plan
- Elect to Receive your 1098-T form electronically
Sponsorships & Third-Party Pay
If a company or agency is covering tuition and/or fees, Johnston Community College (JCC) accepts sponsorship agreements in place of direct student payments. Students are responsible for any balance not covered by the sponsor.
Sponsorship Requirements
- Sponsorship forms must be on company letterhead, fully completed, and signed.
- A new sponsorship form is required each semester.
- Submit forms to the Business Office by the payment deadline to avoid deregistration.
- Students must ensure the Business Office receives the form; processing cannot occur without it.
- Sponsorships do not cover books or supplies. Contact Barnes & Noble at (919) 209-2104 for assistance.
Submitting Sponsorship Forms
- In-person: Cashier’s window, Wilson Building
- Mail: JCC Business Office, P.O. Box 2350, Smithfield, NC 27577
- Fax: (919) 209-2133
For questions, contact the Business Office at (919) 209-2545.
1098-T Tax Information
The 1098-T form helps determine eligibility for the American Opportunity Credit or Lifetime Learning Credit but is not required for filing taxes.
Go Paperless! Access Your 1098-T Electronically
- Log into Self-Service
- Click Financial Information > Account Summary
- Click the 1098-T icon and select Receive my 1098 electronically, then Save
- By February 1, your 1098-T will be available for download.
Common Questions
- Do I have to file my 1098-T? No, unless claiming an education credit. If grants/scholarships exceed tuition, you may need to report them as taxable income.
- What are education tax credits? These reduce the tax owed for education expenses. The American Opportunity Tax Credit and Lifetime Learning Credit are available.
- What are QTREs? Qualified Tuition & Related Expenses (QTREs) include tuition and mandatory fees but not housing, meal plans, or insurance.
- What is in Box 1? Payments received for QTREs, including financial aid and loans.
- What is in Box 5? Scholarships and third-party payments applied to student accounts.
For official IRS guidance, visit IRS Publication 970. JCC cannot provide tax advice.
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