University of Iowa Tax Information
Consistent with its IRS determination letter linked on this page, the University of Iowa is not subject to federal income tax as a governmental unit under the doctrine of implied statutory immunity. The University is subject to the unrelated business income tax imposed by Internal Revenue Code section 511(a)(2)(B).
The University is not a Section 501(c)(3) organization, nor is it a not-for-profit organization.
Use of the University’s tax identification number and/or the use of the name “University of Iowa” is limited to accounts expressly authorized by the Board of Regents. Legal rights to the use of the name “University of Iowa” have been granted by the Board of Regents, but have been limited to certain affiliated organizations including the University of Iowa Foundation and the University of Iowa Alumni Association.
Tax Compliance at the University of Iowa involves many offices and individuals working together to meet our state and federal obligations. These offices and individuals coordinate the providing of tax advice to University units, assists/reviews the preparation and filing of University tax returns, and participate in the development of policies with tax implications.
The Tax Office cannot give advice regarding individual income tax situations for students or University staff.
