Accepted International Students

If you are bringing a dependent, spouse or child (ren) you will need to add an additional $10,100 per dependent to the estimated annual expense. Please note: Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time without notice. These figures assume a modest “no extras” budget.

Next Steps

Proof of Financial Support

• Financial Affidavit of Support form
• Bank Statement
• Proof of employment/income (each sponsor)

Proof of Housing Support (If applicable)

• Housing Affidavit of Support Form
• Lease/Deed or other proof of housing
• Bank Statement – $15, 100 (if applicable)

For SEVIS transfer in Students
In addition to the above:

• Transfer- In Form
• Copy of F1 Visa page
• Copy of most recent I-94

For Change of Status Students
In addition to the above:

• Copy of Visa page
• Copy of DS 2019 (For J-1 students only)
• Copy of most recent I-94

After you have received your I20, submit the I-539 Change of Status application. It may take between 3 and 6 months to receive an answer from USCIS.

EMAIL ALL DOCUMENTS TO: [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact the International Student Services office at: 914-606-6700 or email [email protected]

When can I enter the US?

Students on an F-1 visa may enter the United States no earlier than 30 days before the start of the semester.

All Important Document should be in your Hand Luggage

• Passport
• I20s
• SEVIS I-901 Fee
• Admissions Letter
• Proof of financials
• Academic Documents
• Contact number for housing sponsors in US
• Your US Address
• Address of school
• What school are you attending
• Where will you live
• Who will be paying for your education
• What is your program of study

These may be some of the questions asked. Answer clearly and honestly.

• Bring Enough Money for Initial Expenses (Including tuition and fees, personal spending, housing cost and transportation)
• Print your I-94 https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov/home
• Check-In with International Student Services 3 days after arrival. Viking Scheduler
• Understand your responsibilities as an International Student and maintain your F-1 Status.

Temperatures vary considerably from year to year. During spring, summer, and fall, moderate periods of rainfall occur; snow falls periodically during the winter months. Three basic types of clothing are essential. In winter, heavy jackets or overcoats, hats, scarves, gloves, and boots are needed. During chilly autumn and spring days, raincoats or medium-weight wool coats or jackets are worn outdoors, sweaters indoors. A light-weight jacket is sometimes necessary for cool nights during spring, summer, and fall.

Personal items: Most students like to bring examples of arts, crafts, traditional dress, photographs, tapes or CDs, maps, or other items descriptive of their country and culture, both to show interested Americans and to provide a touch of home decoration in their new homes. You may want to bring items you use regularly that may not be readily available, or may be more expensive, in the United States–for example, eyeglasses, cameras, watches, or portable radios. You may also have the opportunity to visit a duty-free port where such items may be purchased at a reduced cost.