Contact International Student and Scholar Services
Additional information
- ISSS Front desk
8am–5pm Arizona time
- Non-medical emergency line 24/7
- Outside the US and Canada
Severe economic hardship
Eligibility for off-campus employment
If you are suffering severe economic hardship due to unforeseen changes in your financial situation beyond your control that make it difficult for you to continue your education in the US, you may be eligible for off-campus employment authorization. Approval for severe economic hardship is rare and must be approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) before engaging in off-campus employment.
Eligibility
- You must have maintained lawful F-1 status for one academic year
- You must be in good academic standing
- You must document that on-campus employment opportunities are unavailable or insufficient to meet your financial needs
If you believe you may be eligible for off-campus employment due to severe economic hardship, meet with your ISSS advisor to discuss your financial situation and the application process.