When should I apply to renew DACA to keep my Employment Authorization Document (EAD) current?
As of October 6, 2017, the USCIS is no longer accepting applications for renewal. Please visit the USCIS DACA Renewal Guidance page for the most up-to-date information regarding the program.
What happens if my Employment Authorization Document (EAD) expires in the middle of my GSSA, GSI, or GSRA or appointment?
Students are not eligible to work without a valid EAD. If your EAD expires in the middle of the semester, an e-mail notification will be sent to the Human Resources contact person in your program and your appointment will be terminated. There are significant financial implications of a GSA position terminating in the middle of semester including rescinding the tuition payment, no additional salary, and canceling your health insurance. Please contact the Human Resources contact person in your program for next steps.
Can I continue to work if my Employment Authorization Document (EAD) expires?
No. Students are not eligible to work without a valid EAD. Students cannot obtain a new GSI, GSRA or GSSA appointment without a valid EAD.
How should I enter my information for a background check if I am a DACAmented student?
All graduate students appointed as graduate student instructor (GSI), graduate student research assistant (GSRA), or graduate student staff assistant (GSSA) positions (collectively referred to as GSA) positions are required to pass a background check. As part of the background check process, you will be required to provide personal identifying information including your name, date of birth, address and social security number. If you do not have a social security number, you may provide another unique identifier (e.g., USCIS#, Alien #) in order to complete the background check process. This
What is the School of Social Work hiring and appointing process for DACAmented students?
Students with DACA are hired and appointed using the standard process for graduate students.