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  • International Students

    International Student Services (ISS) welcomes you to our international community.

    Please read the following important information. It includes policies that new international students need to know and information about activities during New Student Orientation.

    ISS Holds

    A hold will be placed on the student accounts of any international students who fail to check in or attend the mandatory orientations. To prevent a hold being placed on your account, check in with ISS promptly and follow instructions about mandatory orientations. Also, remember that your completed immunization forms and required documentation must be received for you to register and attend classes.

    International Student Check-in Location

    All international students, professors, and scholars must officially check in with ISS every time they enter the U.S. and at the beginning of every fall and spring semester. Visit the ISS website for more information. Check back after July 22, 2013 for check-in dates and locations.

    Students must bring originals of the following documents with them to the ISS check-in:

    • Passport
    • Visa
    • I-94 card
    • I-20/DS-2019

    Drop-In Advising

    Drop-in advising takes place on Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:45 p.m. at the ISS office. ISS advisors are available to see students for quick questions during drop-in advising. For complicated cases, please call the ISS office to schedule an appointment.

    International Student Orientations


    International Student ONLINE Orientation (Mandatory)

    All new international students are required to complete the online orientation within their first semester. To access the online orientation, visit https://newschool.dormpro.com/forms/orientation.

    International Student ONSITE Orientation (Mandatory)

    All new international students are required to attend one onsite orientation session.
     
    Saturday, August 17, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
    -OR-
    Tuesday, August 20, 3:00–5:00 p.m.
    Tishman Auditorium, 66 West 12th Street, lobby
    All new students attending The New School on an F-1 or J-1 visa, especially those who did not attend Welcome Weekend for Freshmen, are required to attend this meeting for an introduction to International Student Services, explanations of important immigration regulations, and tips about cultural adjustment.

    International Student Reception

    Tuesday, August 20, 5:00–6:00 p.m.
    Theresa Lang Community and Student Center, Arnhold Hall, 55 West 13th Street, 2nd floor
    New international students are invited to attend this reception to meet the International Student Services staff and fellow international students. Light refreshments are served.

    International Student Experience

    Friday, August 23, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
    Theresa Lang Community and Student Center, Arnhold Hall, 55 West 13th Street, 2nd floor
    This interactive session provides information and resources to help international students adjust to New York City and The New School. Learn about on- and off-campus student activities and get tips for successful social and cultural adjustment.

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