If you get a job offer, such as a 5-10 hour a week job at your college, you are ALLOWED to apply for a SSN.
This is what I would recommend doing if you are just looking for an SSN. But do understand that working without permission is a huge no-no.
As far as applying for pre-completion OPT, you could do that... it will take 2-3 months to get approved and you will start using up the 12 months of OPT you get per degree level. If you choose to go this route, make sure you actually register your business with your local clerk's office and report it.
One other commmenter mentioned a STEM extension. The one problem with STEM is that you have to work for an e-verified company.
I hope I was helpful, I am an international student advisor, but I am not your advisor at your school who I would recommend speaking with.
If you get a job offer, such as a 5-10 hour a week job at your college, you are ALLOWED to apply for a SSN.
This is what I would recommend doing if you are just looking for an SSN. But do understand that working without permission is a huge no-no.
As far as applying for pre-completion OPT, you could do that... it will take 2-3 months to get approved and you will start using up the 12 months of OPT you get per degree level. If you choose to go this route, make sure you actually register your business with your local clerk's office and report it.
One other commmenter mentioned a STEM extension. The one problem with STEM is that you have to work for an e-verified company.
I hope I was helpful, I am an international student advisor, but I am not your advisor at your school who I would recommend speaking with.