Why does Ball State University need my Social Security Number (SSN)? What is an IRS Form W-9S?

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Why does Ball State University need my Social Security Number (SSN)? What is an IRS Form W-9S?

The IRS Form W-9S is a request for the student's SSN. The University is required to file information regarding payments of qualified tuition and fees (IRS Form 1098-T) with the IRS, and the SSN is required to file this information.