Q: ive been in the united states for 12 years ive done every level of education here is there any way that i can get a SSN

A: If you are a U.S. citizen, you can apply and get a Social Security number. For a foreign born U.S. citizen, Social Security will accept certain documents as proof of U.S. citizenship when you apply for a Social Security number, including:

- U.S. passport;

- Certificate of Naturalization (N-550/N-570);

- Certificate of Citizenship (N-560/N-561);

- Certificate of Report of Birth (DS-1350);

- Consular Report of Birth Abroad (FS-240, CRBA)

If you are not a U.S. citizen but do have permission to work in the U.S. from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), you can apply for a Social Security number. Social Security will need to see your I-94 (Arrival/Departure Record) or admission stamp in the unexpired foreign passport showing a class of admission permitting work. Some foreign workers must show their I-766 EAD or "work permit" from DHS.

If you are not a U.S. citizen and you do not have permission to work in the U.S., you may apply for a Social Security number only if federal, state or local law requires you to provide your Social Security number to get a particular benefit or assistance. You will have to prove that this is the case.

In addition to completing an application for a Social Security number, you will need to provide at least 2 original or certified documents to prove your citizenship or immigration status, age and identity. Here is a link with more information about applying for a Social Security number at https://www.ssa.gov/ssnumber/ss5doc.htm.