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State College, PA Social Security Office

The Social Security office in State College is at 901 University Dr, Suite 2, State College, PA 16801. Phone: (866) 864-1516. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If you appeal a disability decision, your hearing goes to the Johnstown hearing office (about 8.5 months on average).

Address, phone and office hours

Address901 University Dr, Suite 2
State College, PA 16801
Phone(866) 864-1516
Fax(833) 597-0159
Monday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday–SundayClosed
SSA office code236

Address, phone and hours from SSA's official field office file. Offices close on federal holidays.

Appealing a disability decision from the State College office

SSA lists the State College field office among the offices served by the Johnstown Hearing Office. That is where an administrative law judge will hear your case if your claim is denied at reconsideration.

Hearing officeJohnstown, PA(866) 331-7134
Average processing time8.5 mo259 days · national 8.6 mo
Approval rate at hearings55%FY 2026 · national 58%

Before the hearing, the medical decision is made by Bureau of Disability Determination. Read how to appeal a denial (60-day deadline) and what happens at the hearing.

What you can do at this office

  • Apply for retirement, disability (SSDI), SSI, survivors and spouse benefits. Social Security card applications too.
  • Replace a Social Security card or update your name.
  • Request a reconsideration or a hearing if your claim was denied (forms).
  • Report changes that affect your benefits and get benefit verification letters.

Many of these services can be done online at ssa.gov or by calling 1-800-772-1213. See how to schedule an appointment.

Frequently asked questions

What is the phone number of the State College Social Security office?

The State College, PA Social Security office phone number is (866) 864-1516 and its fax is (833) 597-0159. SSA's national line is 1-800-772-1213.

What are the hours of the State College Social Security office?

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, according to SSA. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays.

Where is the Social Security office in State College?

901 University Dr, Suite 2, State College, PA 16801.

Where are disability appeal hearings held for the State College office?

SSA lists the State College field office among those served by the Johnstown Hearing Office (Johnstown, PA). Its average processing time is about 8.5 months.

Do I need an appointment?

SSA says that if you need in-person help, you must make an appointment to visit a local office. Call the office or 1-800-772-1213 (8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, Monday to Friday). Many services are also available online at ssa.gov.