Social Security Number

University of Cincinnati may utilize your Social Security Number for federal reporting purposes (e.g., federal financial aid, Internal Revenue Service 1098-T forms, etc.) A correct Social Security Number ensures that we can report your degree(s) to employers when asked for verification.

Viewing the SSN on Record

To view the Social Security Number associated with your student record, follow the instructions below.

  1. Login to Catalyst, and click on the My Profile tile
  2. Under the Personal Details section, select the Biographic tab
  3. Open the Social Security Number section
  4. Enter the last four digits of your SSN, then press the View SSN Details button

Note: If the last four digits do not match what we have on file, you will not be able to view your Social Security Number in Catalyst.

Adding or Updating Your SSN

If you need to add or update your Social Security Number, please make a request through our SSN Change Request Portal.

Access the SSN Change Request Portal

Accessing the Form

After logging into the SSN Change Request Portal using your central login credentials, you will be presented with information regarding SSN change requests. Review the information, then press the Create SSN Change Request button to access the form. Follow the instructions on the next screen to complete the request.

Reviewing the Status

By Email

You will receive a confirmation email once your request has been successfully submitted.

You will receive a second email when your request is completed or denied. If you receive a denial email, it will include the reason for the denial along with further instructions.

Within the Portal

The SSN Change Request Portal will show real-time status updates. This is the preferred method for checking the status of your request. If completed, you will be able to see the processed change in Catalyst by using the instructions at the top of this page.

Canceling a Request

If you wish to cancel a request, you may do so within the portal if we haven't yet reviewed your request. If the cancel option is not shown, we have begun our review; you will not be able to cancel.

Submitting a New Request

If you need to submit another request for any reason, you will only be able to do so if all previous requests are closed. If eligible, you will be able to submit your request within the portal.

Questions?

Email us at registrar@uc.edu.