Social Security
For historical information on Social Security and Social Security Number (SSN), please follow these links:
Social Security Number History
If you plan to work in the United States of America (USA) (including on-campus) you must have a Social Security number. Please visit the Dean of the College’s office for instructions on how to apply for a Social Security number. The Social Security Administration will process your application and a number will be sent to you in about two-three weeks.
PRE-REQUISITE: YOU MUST BE IN THE U.S.A. FOR AT LEAST TEN DAYS (10) BEFORE YOU CAN APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED - You must bring the following:
- Social Security Application Form (SS5)
- Employment Information Form (is available from the Dean of the College’s Office)
- Valid Passport
- I-94 Card
- I-20 Form
- Visa (if it is in an expired passport)
- Certification Letter from the Registrar
The following are three addresses of Social Security Administration offices that are located in Philadelphia, Montgomery and Delaware Counties:
1234 Market St.
Floor 20, Suite 2000
Philadelphia, PA 19107-3721
Hours of Operation: Monday – Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1700 Markley Street
First Floor
Norristown, PA 19401
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1570 Garrett Road
Barclay Square Center
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
After you enter the Social Security office, be sure to take a number and wait for your number to be called before approaching the agent. Please note that in some offices automated check-in methods are used.
If you carry a cell phone with you to any of these offices, it must be turned off.
The use of cell phones is prohibited in these buildings!