Social Security Number (SSN)

To qualify for a Social Security Card, you would need to have at least ONE of the following

An offer letter from an on-campus job
An I-20 with approved CPT authorization
Employment Authorization Document (EAD) along with your I-20 with approved OPT authorization

Requirements for applying Social Security Number (SSN)

Social security authorization letter from the ISGSS office
- Email a PDF attachment of you on-campus job offer letter to ISGSS@lewisu.edu. The Office of International Student and Global Scholar Services (ISGSS) will issue you a Social Security Number Authorization Letter within 5 working days.
- NOTE: This only applies to students with on-campus job offers. This does not apply to students with approved CPT/OPT employment.
Most recent i-20
Most recent i-94
Hire/ offer letter
Proof of address
- If living on campus, ask one from the Office of Residence Life
- If living off campus, acceptable documents would be the following:
  - Lease agreement, utility bill, bank statement, paycheck
School ID / State ID
Passport and visa

Steps in applying for your SSN

Make an.
Call the SSA office before your appointment to make sure the requirements stated above are correct.
Report to your employer/ supervisor once you receive your SSN.

Disclaimer: The ISGSS Office and the Social Security Administration (SSA) Office are two different entities. The SSA Office periodically updates its requirements, and it is the responsibility of each student to ensure that all necessary documentation is prepared in advance of their scheduled appointment. Students are strongly advised to contact the SSA Office prior to their appointment to confirm that they meet all current requirements.

Nearest SSA office from our Romeoville campus

Address: 552 HOUBOLT RD, JOLIET, IL 60431
Phone:1-866-783-7302
Hours:

Monday to Friday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday- Closed