Applying for a Social Security Number

Step 1 | Get an SSN Letter

After you receive a job offer, go to the Human Resources office (2nd floor) with your documents and complete your new-hire paperwork (I-9). 

1. Complete the International Student On-Campus employment forms on the OISVS website here. This will serve as your request for the SSN letter also.
2. You will receive an email notifying you when the  OISVS has issued your letter

IMPORTANT  If you are offered a job at either Chartwells or the Bookstore, you will need a letter from the employer verifying the following:

1. 1. Employer’s name
   2. Employer’s contact information
   3. Employer’s EIN (Employer ID Number)
   4. Your name (the student)
   5. Employment start date
   6. Position title
   7. Number of hours a week.
   8. Be sure this document has an original signature, not digital.*

Step 2 | Supervisor’s Signature

1. After receiving the SSN Letter, students working for ACU will need to get their supervisor’s signature on the social security letter (page 2). 
2. *Be sure this document has an original signature, not digital.*

Step 3 | The SSN Application

1. Fill out  and submit this online SSN application form. 
2. Prepare your paperwork (See “Required Paperwork and Documents” below)
3. Visit the Social Security Office  within 45 calendar days.

Step 4 | Report your SSN number to your employer.

If your employer is ACU, give your number to the HR office in Admin Rm. 213. Be sure to add it to your Glacier account as well.