Economic Hardship

General Information

International students can apply for a permit to work off-campus based on economic hardship if they meet the following preconditions:

• Students must have been in F-1 status for at least one full academic year at CSUF before they begin the application process
• In good academic standing at CSUF (not on probation)
• Must prove to USCIS that employment is necessary due to severe economic hardship caused by circumstances beyond student's control that arose AFTER obtaining F-1 status
• Must make a good faith attempt to find on-campus jobs first. If your on-campus employment salary is insufficient to meet your expenses, be able to provide evidence of this (example: letter from supervisor stating current salary)

If you are thinking of applying for an economic hardship work permit, please schedule an appointment with an International Education & Exchange Advisor to discuss the application procedures and forms.

Special Information for Students Affected by Japan Disasters

For F-1 students affected by the recent Japan disasters during March 2011, special procedures are in place. Please see an International Education & Exchange Advisor for details.

Contact Information: +1 (657) 278-2787 +1 (657) 278-7292 ieoffice@fullerton.edu

Revised — August 2011