CSUSB Alert: Power has been restored to the San Bernardino campus; normal operations will resume Friday, July 26th.

Power to the San Bernardino campus has been restored as of 9:55 a.m. Normal campus operations will resume Friday, July 26th. Essential staff with questions on whether to report should contact their appropriate administrator. Facilities Management will be working to check all building systems including HVAC, elevators and fire alarms. If power has not been restored in your work area when you return, please report that to Facilities Planning and Management at (909) 537-5175. The Palm Desert Campus remains open and operational.

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Social Security Number

A social security number is required for individuals with work authorization.  This number is unique to everyone and can be obtain from a local Social Security Administration office.

Only students with proper work authorization need to apply for a social security number.  To obtain a social security card, students will need to complete the application for Social Security Card Form SS-5; please note that applications for social security cards are free.  In addition to SS-5 form, students must provide evidence of immigration status the following evidence

  • An offer letter from the new employer
  • A valid I-20 (F-1 student) or DS 2019 (J-1 student) form
  • A valid I-94 record
  • A valid visa stamp
  • A valid passport

Check the Social Security Administration’s website to  find a local Social Security office near your home address.  Learn about Social Security's policy on issuing Social Security numbers to non-citizens.