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Step 1: Submit a Social Security Letter Request. You will need to upload your employment offer letter from your on-campus employer. View the template here.

Step 2: Submit application to Social Security Administration (SSA) online.
Save the Control Number after you submit your application.

Step 3: Make a transportation appointment (SSN appointments last ~30 minutes).

Social Security Administration Office
10 Broad Street
Utica, NY 13501
Open: M-F 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (No appointment necessary)

Step 4: Gather your documents – DSO Letter (emailed), Passport, I-20, and your most recent I-94.

Step 5: Email the receipt you were given at the Social Security Office to iss@hamilton.edu.

You should get your social security card in the mail between 7-10 business days. Possession of a social security number does NOT constitute eligibility to work.

Contact

Office / Department Name

International Student Services

Contact Name

Omobonike Odegbami

Director of International Student Services

Office Location
Days-Massolo Center

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