Understanding US Taxes
Do International/ Exchange students have to file US Taxes?
Yes! (Even if they did not earn money)
What programs does COF provide to ALL students?
Performing Arts Program (Dance, Ensemble, Choir, Theater), Intramural Sports (Team sports, Cross Country, E-Sports), Student Activities (Excursions, Campus Events)
Is work authorization required if I am doing "work" that is unpaid?
In the U.S. “Work” does not necessarily have to be paid and depends on many factors. Do not assume just because you are not being paid that work authorization is not necessary. In general, while you are located in the U.S., any paid work that you do, including remote work for a U.S. or non-U.S. employer, freelancing, side hustles, and any other paid opportunities require you to obtain employment authorization before the work begins. In addition, some types of unpaid opportunities will also require employment authorization.
When was the museum built?
Building began in 1899 and was complete by 1901
Ruggles, Stony Brook, Assembly, and Chinatown are all stops on which of Boston's MBTA train routes?
Orange Line
Does COF Cover the costs of Filing Federal taxes?
Yes
Which dining halls do I have access to as an international student?
All 5 Campuses of the COF
Can I work remotely as a J-1 Exchange Visitor?
Not fully. the Department of State requires that all Academic Training positions must either be fully in person or hybrid; remote positions are not possible under new Department of State guidance. Hybrid work is defined by the Department of State as in person work with the potential for “one to two telework days per week”. You may find this guidance on the Department of State website under “Current Programs”.
How many items were stolen in the theft?
13
An Arboretum maintained by Harvard University, located in the Jamaica Plain area of Boston, is the ______ Arboretum. Fill in the one word blank, a first name most commonly associated with the star of “The Terminator” and “Junior.”
Arnold Arboretum
What COF covered platform is recommended for International and Exchange students to file Federal Taxes?
Sprintax
Can you use the Libraries and dining halls at all COF Campuses?
You can enter the Libraries with your campus ID, but for dining halls you cannot use your Meal plan at other dining halls fees differ from campus but you can enter the Dining Halls.
Are J-1 Visa holders able to work while studying?
J-1 students are permitted to work while studying, as long as they obtain work authorization. There are certain restrictions, such as only working part time on campus for a maximum of 20 hours per week or working for employers that provide "Academic Training". Students are permitted to work full time during academic breaks.
When was the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Built?
1899 construction began on the museum
"The Pru" is a nickname for what Shopping Center and skyscraper named after an insurance company?
The Prudential/ Prudential/ Prudential Center
How much do J-1 Scholars have to pay in taxes?
All non-residents must pay 10% on any income tax up to $11,000. If you earn more than this amount on your J-1 program, you must pay 12% in income tax on the amount between $11,000 and $44,725. As nonresident aliens, J-1 participants must pay federal, state and local taxes.
What are the 4 types of Sports and Recreation activities are available to COF students?
1. Recreational Activities
2. Intramural Sports
3. Fitness and Wellness Classes
4. Esports and Gaming
What is Academic Training's purpose and what criteria must it meet?
Academic Training is designed to provide J-1 students with employment experience to complement their programs of study in the United States. Therefore, the work done during Academic Training must be directly related to the student's field of study, and it must be commensurate with their level of education.
When does Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum have free admission?
Free on the First Thursdays of the Monday.
Zoo New England operates a zoo based out of what Boston park, which shares its “F” name with the surname of a Founding Father who invented bifocals?
Franklin Park Zoo
What percentage of taxes are withheld on scholarships and grants?
The tax percentage withheld on scholarships and grants for F-1 and J-1 visa holders is 14%.
By partaking in COF's Performing Arts Program, you are able to ... (4 categories)
Participate in COF Dance, Music, Theater, and The Emmanuel College Theater Arts Productions.
What is the principal difference between J-1 and F-1?
The principal difference between the J-1 visa and the F-1 visa is that J-1 Exchange Visitors receive some form of sponsorship from either their own government, the US government, an international organization, their home academic institution or one our Colleges of the Fenway (COF) academic institutions or partners.
What days are the museum not open to the public?
Tuesdays. On Tuesday the museum maintenance and staff work to reorganize and tend to the space and exhibits to keep everything beautiful for the public.
The largest art heist in the city of Boston's history occurred at which of the city's museums in 1990?
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum