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Print Your AHP Member Information

  1. Visit the MCC Nebraska My AHP
  2. Click on Account Information
  3. Click on Wellfleet Account
  4. Click on Electronic ID Card
  5. Scroll down and log in to Access my ID card, view claims, and more 
  6. Log in or create your account to access your ID card

Find a Doctor, Hospital or pharmacy in the AHP Network

  1. Visit the MCC Nebraska My AHP
  2. Scroll down to Find a Provider
  3. Click on Find a Provider
  4. Click on either Find a Doctor or Hospital or Find a Pharmacy
  5. You will see "How are you Covered?" Select Employer or School
  6. Enter your city and state OR your zip code
  7. Continue following the prompts
  8. If you are asked: Please Select a Plan: Confirm your location and select Continue
    • Choose PPO, Choice Fund PPO
  9. You should have access to the doctor/hospital search tools

Driving in Nebraska

Students are required to obtain a Nebraska Driver’s License if they plan to drive in the United States. A Nebraska Driver's License is required to purchase a car and to obtain auto insurance.

Overview

The Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website outlines the process of obtaining a Nebraska Driver’s License. The steps include a written and driving skills test administered by the DMV. The Nebraska Driver’s Handbook is the best resource to help you prepare for these tests. Samples of written tests are also available online.

Students on Optional Practical Training

Students on OPT who wish to renew their driver’s license are required to obtain a Social Security Number (SSN). Without a SSN, the DMV will not approve of the driver’s license extension. You must also wait until the *start date* on your EAD card to submit your driver’s license application for it to be accepted.

Obtaining a Nebraska Identification Card

A Nebraska driver’s license is the primary form of identification. International students who do not drive may apply for a Nebraska Identification (ID) card. The DMV website offers detailed guidelines on obtaining an ID card.

It is important to be aware that, as nonresidents in the US, International Students are legally required to file a tax return if receiving U.S. income by each tax year deadline. Even if you didn't work or receive income in the U.S., you're still required to file a Form 8843 with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) (US government tax agency).

Since MCC International Student Services cannot give tax advice, Metropolitan Community College has arranged discounted access to Sprintax for International Students. Sprintax will guide you through the tax preparation process, arrange the necessary documents and check if you're due a tax refund.

Sprintax is used by more than 250,000 international students, scholars and nonresidents each year. To register:

  • Visit Sprintax and follow their instructions
  • Complete the online questionnaire
  • Enter the MCC code: 5MCC20F24 in the box on the 'Review your order' page
  • Sprintax will prepare your tax return

Once you complete the preparation process in the Sprintax software, you may need to print, sign and mail your documents to the IRS. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to E-file your Federal tax return. However, this will depend on certain eligibility criteria. If you have a state filing requirement, you must also mail this to state tax authorities.

Finally, do note that you may file your tax forms yourself and opt not to use Sprintax.

Sprintax Upcoming Webinars

Sprintax Nonresident Tax Webinar (AAP)

In these webinars, international students, scholars and professionals will be run through everything they need to know about nonresident tax for the 2023 tax season. Topics will include who must file, tax residency, FICA, State returns, implications of misfiling as well as how to use Sprintax to prepare a compliant tax return.

Sprintax Nonresident Tax Overview for OPT/CPT (A)

Topics covered will include residency for tax purposes, tax liabilities when on OPT/CPT and pre-employment tax forms when on OPT/CPT. The Sprintax team will also provide an overview of Sprintax Forms which can be used to prepare your pre OPT/CPT employment tax documents.

How do I get started with Sprintax?

Getting Started

  1. Make sure you use a valid and current email address. If you forget your password, a reset password email will be sent to the email address you gave us, so if you can't access it, confirm what address you used to register on Sprintax.
  2. Make sure that you have all income documents for the tax year you're applying for.
  3. If you need to reprint or modify your tax return, simply access your online account.

Complete Your Tax Forms

  1. Create a Sprintax account or login to your existing account
  2. Answer some simple questions
  3. If you have received an access code or Sprintax discount code, enter it in the "review your order" section
  4. Sprintax will prepare the necessary tax return(s)
  5. Download and print your tax form(s)
  6. Sign and send the forms to the relevant tax department as per the instructions provided in the return pack

Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to E-file your Federal tax return.

What documents and information might I need to have available when preparing my tax forms?

  • Passport
  • US entry and exit dates for current and all past visits to the US
  • All income forms: Final payslips, W2 forms, 1042-S and/or 1099
  • Visa/Immigration Status information, including Form I-20 (if applicable)
  • Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Indentification Number (ITIN). If you do not have a ITIN, Sprintax can help you get one!
  • If you are using Sprintax for State tax return(s) preparation only, you will need a copy of your already prepared Federal tax return (for the current and previous years, if you filed any)

How long can I access my Sprintax online account for?

You can access your online account any time you like and if you choose to use our service in subsequent tax years, you can still access the same account.

Where can I enter my access code (discount code)?

Simply enter the code on the Sprintax 'Review Your Order' page to get your discount. You must have a different access code for each tax year and each code can only be used once.

How can I get help?

The Sprintax team is happy to help via their 24/7 live chat service online.

Immigration-Related Emergencies

Contact International Student Services (ISS) at iss@mccneb.edu between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except MCC holidays.

Outside of regular office hours, call MCC Police at 531-622-2222, and a department representative will contact an ISS Designated School Official.

Examples of immigration-related emergencies:

  • Detainment at US port of entry
  • Immediate threat of deportation

NOTE: You may request an electronic travel signature for your I-20 during normal ISS hours. This is not an emergency situation.

MCC Police Department

MCC Police is recognized by the Nebraska Commission of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice as a Law Enforcement Agency; therefore, Police Officers are commissioned and certified as Nebraska Law Enforcement Officers. MCC Police Officers are also appointed by the Governor of the State of Nebraska as Special Deputy State Sheriffs to enforce the laws of the state on all properties under the jurisdiction, supervision, or control of the Board of Governors of the Metropolitan Community College Area, wherever such properties may be, and any City and County where such properties are located.

For emergencies and non-emergencies requiring police, fire or medical aid, please call MCC Police direct at 531-622-2222 or 911.  You can also contact MCC Police by selecting the preset directory button, labeled MCC POLICE on any MCC office or classroom telephone.

Campus Resources

Additional resources for International Students at MCC include: