Missouri State University provides a number of tax services to taxpayers in the community at no cost.
Volunteers are trained and certified to prepare basic tax returns for taxpayers with limited incomes (generally under $49,000 per year), older adults, and taxpayers who speak English as a second language (ESL).
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program
Free current year tax preparation assistance
Click on the links below to view, save or print a 2-page pdf file that includes a schedule, directions, and contact information for current-year tax preparation assistance.
- Brochure & Schedule (English)
- Brochure & Schedule (Spanish)
- Brochure & Schedule (Chinese)
- FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
VITA offers assistance via walk-in clinics and by appointment. For assistance with current year income tax preparation by appointment, call 417-864-0030.
Low Income Tax Clinic (LITC)
Free assistance for tax controversy and prior years
Free tax workshops for ESL, nonresident alien students
For Information or to make an appointment with the Low IncomeTax Clinic (LITC), call 417-836-3007 or 417-836-5414.
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