Off-Campus Employment Based on Severe Economic Hardship

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This type of work authorization is only available if you are experiencing unforeseen circumstances such as: 

• Loss of financial aid or on-campus employment (through no fault of your own);

• Substantial fluctuations in currency value or exchange rate;

• Inordinate increases in tuition or living costs;

• Unexpected changes in the financial condition of your source of support;

• Medical bills; and

• Other substantial and unexpected expenses.

 

In order to apply for Economic Hardship employment, you must :

• be in F-1 status for one (1) full academic year

• be in good academic standing

• be enrolled in a full course of study

• can show and prove severe economic hardship due to unforeseen circumstances beyond your control

• submit Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization

• submit your current Form I-20

 

For more information please refer to SEVP website.

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