International Undergraduate Students

FAQ'S and INFORMATION FOR NEW STUDENTS

Congratulations again on your acceptance to the University of New Haven.  Here you will find information to help you with coming to coming to the United States to pursue your Bachelor's Degree.

1.BEFORE COMING TO THE UNITED STATES

       A. Obtaining a U.S Visa: For detailed information visit the websites below
      i.  http://travel.state.gov/visa/visa_1750.html
      ii. I-901

      B. Health Records
       i. Immunization Records
      ii. Physical Examination
      iii. Measles/Mumps/Rubella
      iv. Meningitis for on-campus residents

      C. Wire Transfer Information:
      If you wish to wire transfer your tuition before you come to campus:

Wachovia Bank, N.A.
A/B/A #021101108
Credit to:
University of New Haven
A/C # 2000012930441
Student's name and ID number

          D. International Driver's License: If you plan to drive while you are a student, please obtain an    international driver's license from your country. You are permitted to use your international driver's license in the U.S. for as long as it is valid.

         E. What to bring 

        F. Student Representatives

2.ARRIVAL IN U.S

i. Will you live in the residence hall?

ii. Will you come to the US before January 22, 2009 the first day of new student check in? 

*Early Arrival means that you will come to the university on January 21, 2009.

*NOTE: This information pertains only to international students who already have a room assignment in a UNH residence hall & are arriving before January 22, 2009, the first day of New Student Welcome Week

If you answered yes to both questions above, please read below CAREFULLY:

• First you MUST notify the ISO (International Services Office) of your early arrival date and time by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 9^th the latest!!!
• The earliest you may arrive is Wednesday, January 21, 2009. If you are arriving early, you must notify the ISO of your plans, just call (203) 932-7475 or e-mail the Director, Andrea Hogan ahogan@newhaven.edu or iso@newhaven.edu
• You will not be permitted to check in to the residence halls if you have not received the Meningitis vaccination! Make sure you get this before you come!

IMPORTANT: Please bring your own bed linens, pillows, toiletries, etc. The office of Residential Life will not provide these items for you.

3. IMMIGRATION REGULATIONS:

Strict limitations are placed on the F-1 and J-1 students' eligibility to work. Working without authorization is a deportable offense.

i. F-1 students who are in status may work part-time on campus 20 hours a week while school is in session and full-time during school holidays.
ii. An F-1 or J-1 student who meets specified criteria may apply to USCIS for:

• Practical of academic training: work authorization in the student's field of study.
• Off-campus work authorization due to unexpected financial need.

It is important to know that any kind of work in the U.S. requires a Social Security card. You can apply for a Social Security card by filling out an application and requesting letters from the International Services Office and from your employer. It may take 2-6 weeks to obtain a Social Security number and card. 

4.INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CHECK-LIST

Checklist Spring 2009
For New Undergraduate International Students

This list will help make your first few days on campus much easier. Just follow the list and if you have done everything you have made a very successful start to an exciting new adventure!

• For those who have made a reservation in advance, you may check into the residence Halls on January 22, 2009. If you have not made reservations in advance, you must make your own housing arrangements.
• Bring your Passport and Forms I-20 and I-94 to the International Services Office located in Bartels Hall, the campus center.
• Present your completed measles and immunization form and our Health Examination Report to the Health Services Office.
• Pay tuition and fees at the Bursar's Office
• Attend the Orientation on January 23, 2009.
• Classes begin on January 26, 2009.

If you have any questions, you may contact the International Services Office located in Bartels Hall. Phone: 203-932-7475.

5. REGISTRATION:

Testing and registration for students arriving in January will take place on Friday, January 23, 2009 at 9:00 a.m. Registration will take place in the afternoon.