Middlebury College is a tax exempt organization defined under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).

This status exempts the College from paying federal income tax on revenue that is generated by activities which are directly related to the College’s educational and research missions.  This exemption does not, however, apply to Unrelated Business Activities.  On these activities, the College is required to report and pay federal and state income tax.  Copies of the determination letter from the IRS regarding the College's tax-exempt status can be obtained from the Accounts Payable Office or found here.

Past Tax Returns (Form 990) for President and Fellows of Middlebury College can be found in the Guidestar database or can be requested from the Controller's Office.

New Vendors will request a form W-9 of the College which can be obtained from Accounts Payable or be downloaded here.


Last Updated: May 7, 2009