Initially designed to manage retirement benefits, the Social Security Number (SSN) has evolved into a critical component of ...

Since its inception in 1936, the Social Security Number has been the backbone of identification in the U.S. Originally ...

If you are employed in the U.S., you need a Social Security number to work. Students in F-1 status are eligible for Social Security numbers as long as they have obtained an on-campus job. F-1 students ...

F-1 and J-1 students are eligible to apply for a SSN after they receive their first job offer from an on-campus or off-campus employer. Note: Reminder that first year international students are only ...

The on-campus job offer letter must be printed on department letterhead and include the specific information below that is required by the Social Security Administration (SSA): In order to obtain an ...

A Social Security number (SSN) is a lifelong nine-digit number that the U.S. government issues to eligible individuals to track income and the number of years worked. Students and scholars who are ...

To apply for a Social Security Number, you must have a job offer or be working. The Social Security Administration (SSA) office is open to the public. Students may apply for their SSN in person. The ...

Students may need to add, update or verify their Social Security Number (SSN). Add or Update a Social Security Number Current or former students may need to add or update a social security number (SSN ...

Eligibility to Apply for a Social Security Number (SSN): F-1 students are only eligible to apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) if they have an on-campus employment offer that meets the on-campus ...