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What is Social Security?

• Social Security is a federal social insurance program that pays cash benefits to qualifying people such as retirees, survivors and people with disability
  
  

What Are Survivors Benefits?

• Survivors benefits are monthly cash payments to the survivors (spouse of qualifying age and/or minor children) of those who had earned enough credits to qualify for Social Security benefits prior to their death.
  
  

What is Social Security Disability?

• Social Security Disability programs (SSI and SSDI) pay cash benefits monthly to those who cannot work due to a disability, as well as to children who disabled.
  
  

Can I get Social Security Survivor's Benefits While in College?

• Not if you are a child of the deceased (spouses of the deceased can attend college, however). Prior to 1981, college students could receive benefits, but the law has been changed. You will receive survivors benefits until you graduate high school, or two months after your 19th birthday, whichever comes first.
  
  

Can I Get Social Security Disability Benefits While in College?

• Contact your state department of vocational rehabilitation and speak to a counselor about your employment goals. Not only can you continue receiving Social Security benefits while in college, but you may be able to get grants and other support from the state.
  
  

Can I Go to College While Receiving Retirement Benefits?

• Yes. There are no restrictions on your attending college while receiving retirement benefits.