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ENROLLMENT

After being admitted, what do International students need to enroll at Polytechnic?
TUITION DEPOSIT
In order to reserve a place in the upcoming academic term, you should send a non-refundable tuition deposit of $250.00 (US Dollars).  Your deposit is credited to your first semester’s tuition bill.

You will need your Polytechnic Institute of NYU student number in order to complete the tuition deposit transaction.  Your student identification number is located in the heading of your admission letter.  Please contact the Office of the Graduate Center if you do not know your NYU-Poly identification number.

Is the admission cancelled if you don’t send a tuition deposit?
The admission is not cancelled if the deposit is not sent, but you might lose your assistantship if you have received one.

How do I get an I-20?
To receive a Certificate of Eligibility from Polytechnic Institute of NYU you must meet the following conditions:

1.  Admitted to a Polytechnic degree program as a full-time student.
2.  Submitted a duly completed Declaration and Certification of Finances and Sponsor’s bank statement to the Office of Admissions at Polytechnic showing adequate financial support. Issuance of a Certificate of Eligibility is based primarily on the information contained in this document.  It is important that you submit a complete, duly signed and certified Declaration and Certification of Finances together with the appropriate Affidavit of Support and Bank Statement from your Sponsor(s).

Do we still accept students after the last reporting date as on the I-20?
We accept late students only under exceptional circumstances like a late visa date or an emergency.

When is the International student orientation?
The international student orientation is on January 13 for Spring 06.

What else should I know before beginning my education at Polytechnic?
ARRIVING AS A NEW STUDENT
Upon your arrival at Polytechnic, it is mandatory that you check in with the Office of International Students & Scholars. Please bring all I-20s/IAP66s that have been issued to you, your I-94, and passport.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
If you have been admitted to Polytechnic Institute of NYU with the condition that you enroll first in an intensive English Language training program, you will receive separate information about enrollment dates, costs, etc. You will not be permitted to register for classes at Polytechnic until you can provide evidence of completing the required English Language training and successfully completing the University’s administered placement test in English.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE AT POLY
A student who’s TOEFL score is between 163 and 213 CBT may enroll into our in-house ESL program.  This program will allow student to initiate their academic program while completing their necessary English language training.  Students joining ESL at NYU-Poly must register for their English language class during their first semester at Polytechnic Institute of NYU. 

REGISTRATION AND ORIENTATION
Specific information about orientation and registration dates will be forwarded to you. Again, if you do not receive this information prior to your arrival in the United States, please contact the Office of the Graduate Center upon your arrival. Review the important dates posted in the Academic Calendar in the Enrollment Guide for Graduate Students.

Where can I get a list of courses and textbooks for different programs?
For the list of courses offered this semester and class schedules, you can go to www.poly.edu/class

To find the books needed, you can go to the bookstore. Click on 'Select Your Term,' then 'select your division,' and choose Poly. Hopefully, you should get the required information. A complete list of courses can be found at www.poly.edu/catalog.

IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
An immunization booklet and form will be sent to you upon receipt of your tuition deposit, please be sure to have your physician or health care provider administer the appropriate vaccinations.  Once completed, return the enclosed Immunization Record to the Office of Residential Life at Polytechnic Institute of NYU.  To expedite your registration you should complete this process well in advance of your arrival at Polytechnic.  In accordance with the New York State law, all entering students must show proof of immunity against measles, mumps and rubella. The law prohibits the University from allowing any student to register for classes without documented proof of immunization against these diseases.

What vaccinations do you need to come to Poly?
You need Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccination (MMR). Other vaccinations are not compulsory.

HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Health care in the United States is very costly. There is no national health insurance as in other countries. Therefore, you are required to purchase Health Insurance. A married student must buy additional health insurance for her/his dependents. The forms for additional coverage may be obtained in the Office of Residence Life.

Is health insurance a must at Poly?
Yes, every student needs to have health insurance.

Is it compulsory to get health insurance from Poly?
Yes. All international students are required to carry university-sponsored health insurance plan. The health insurance plan at NYU-Poly costs $334 for Spring 2009. The 2009-2010 rates will be posted over the summer. Visit www.poly.edu/studentinsurance for current information.

Do you need any other kind of health check ups before coming to Poly?
It is not required but recommended.

Is it ok if you get health insurance from your home country?
No. All international students are required to carry university-sponsored plan. You may choose to have additional coverage, but it will be in addition to the univesity-sponsored plan.

Where can I find affordable student health insurance companies in the United States?
http://isoa.org/
http://icsweb.org/
Prices vary between $38 to $60 per month.

FINANCING

What do international students need to know about paying for their Polytechnic education?
You must be prepared to pay the full amount of tuition and fees each semester at the time of registration. The Office of Student Accounts offers a monthly payment arrangement through Tuition Management System (TMS). The monthly payment plan is interest-free, regardless of the balance amount, with a one-time enrollment fee accessed at the beginning of the plan. For more information visit the TMS website at www.afford.com/poly

We strongly urge you not to carry cash while traveling. You can purchase travelers checks at a bank in your country. If lost, traveler checks are usually replaced by the company that issued them. Larger amounts (such as your tuition) should be carried in the form of a draft (money order) or a bank check.  The Office of International Students & Scholars will help you to open an account at a local bank, so that you can have additional funds transferred at a later date

How much is the tuition?
Tuition is $1132 per credit. International students in United States on F-1 visas are required to maintain fulltime status and must register for a minimum 9 units. The total is ($1132/unit) (9 units) +$495 University fees which comes to $10,683 per semester.

How is the tuition paid?
Tuition must be paid each semester.  You can make a single payment at the beginning of the semester or you can arrange to pay it in installments throughout the semester.

How can you pay the tuition in installments?
You can pay the fees in installments every month at no extra cost. But there is a one time enrollment fee of $85 for a year. Check www.afford.com/poly for more details.

How can the tuition be paid?
The tuition can be paid using a credit card, demand draft, money order or traveler’s check.

On whose name should the demand draft be addressed to if you decide to pay by demand draft?
The demand draft should be addressed to Polytechnic Institute of NYU.

Is the $250 deposit a part of your tuition?
Yes, it is a part of your tuition.

Can the tuition deposit be paid online?
Yes you can pay the tuition deposit of $250 at
http://www.poly.edu/admissions/graduate/paydeposit/

What are the fees if you have paid the deposit?
The fee for the first semester is $9045-$250=$8795 and $9045 for the second semester.

What will happen if I get a tuition waiver of $x for a year?
You get a waiver of x/2 for the first semester and x/2 for the second semester.

What will be the tuition after the tuition waiver?
Assuming the tuition waiver is $1600 a year, you pay $9045(tuition and university fees)-$250(deposit if you have paid)-$800(if you have a tuition waiver of $1600 per yr) for the first semester and $9045-$800(if you have a tuition waiver of $1600 per yr) for the second semester.

How is the Graduate Assistantship award paid?
The Graduate Assistantship award is paid biweekly depending on how much you work. International students are allowed to work for a maximum of 20 hours a week.

When is the Graduate Assistantship orientation?
The Graduate Assistantship orientation is on January 23 for Spring 06.

LIVING AND HOUSING

TEMPORARY HOUSING
In the event that you arrive in New York in advance of the scheduled residence hall check-in date, or you arrive when the Housing office is closed, the following list of residences accommodate international students on a walk-in basis.

Is Housing available at Polytechnic?
ON CAMPUS HOUSING SERVICE
The University offers on-campus housing in the Othmer Residence Hall. Campus housing is available for matriculated, full-time, undergraduate and graduate students. It is not appropriate for married students seeking housing for their families.  This housing is on a “first-come, first-served basis” and is primarily double-occupancy and meal-plans are available. Full-time matriculated international students who wish to occupy campus housing must contact the Department of Resident Life.
Telephone: 718-260-4160
Fax: 718-260-4195
reslife@poly.edu
http://www.poly.edu/residence/

OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING
The Graduate Center helps students locate suitable accommodations.  The office provides the following services:

1. Rental information for houses and apartments
2. Available roommate situation
3. Lists of rooms for rent
4. “Roommate get-togethers” (an opportunity for students to meet potential roommates in an informal atmosphere before the start of each semester.)

If you are interested in participating in this program please contact the Graduate Center at:
Tel: 718.260.3182
Fax: 718.260.3624
gradcenter@poly.edu

Are there apartments in and around Polytechnic Institute of NYU, Brooklyn?
NYU-Poly is located at MetroTech the largest urban industrial research park in the world and is surrounded by companies with few if any housing options. There are apartments in Brooklyn Heights which is a 5 minute walk from NYU-Poly but the prices are on the high side. There are dormitory facilities available at NYU-Poly and you can get more details at
www.poly.edu/residence

Where do the commuting students stay?
Most commuting students stay either in Queens, South Brooklyn, Manhattan or New Jersey. These locations are 10 to 55 minutes by subway. Some of the common areas where the students stay are Jackson Heights ( 40 minutes), Ozone Park( 20 minutes), Lefferts Blvd.(25 minutes), Kew Gardens( 55 minutes) all in Queens, Bay Ridge( 30 minutes) in Brooklyn, Journal Square( 45 minutes) in New Jersey. Commuting from New Jersey, requires you to ride on two separate train systems each charging a fare which will be an additional expense. All these locations are safe and inexpensive while Manhattan is closer but more expensive. More information about the New York subway can be found at http://mta.info/

Please note that the timings above are from station to station not door to door.

How far is the subway from the school?
There are 3 subway stations around Polytechnic Institute of NYU, Brooklyn. They are Jay Street, Lawrence Street and Borough Hall. The Jay Street station is right outside the school. Lawrence is 100 meters from school and Borough Hall is 200 meters from school. For the subway map just go to http://mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm

Where can I find the enrollment package, the class schedule and other forms online?
The enrollment package, class schedule and immunization forms can be found at
http://www.poly.edu/admissions/graduate/admittedinfo/

Where can I get information about Poly?
www.poly.edu/admissions/graduate

Where can I find student association websites?
www.poly.edu/studentactivities/organizations

The Indian Association:
http://gisa.poly.edu/

Taiwan Student Club:
http://acm.poly.edu/~tsc/

Korea Student Club:
http://www.ksa.poly.edu/

Where can I find ‘things to do’ just before and after landing in New York?
http://gisa.poly.edu/incomingstudents/students.html

Where can I go just in case I don’t know anyone and if I need temporary accommodation?
You can go to some popular websites like
http://newyork.craigslist.org/,
http://www.sulekha.com/classifieds/?ref=hpnav 
where you can talk to people and arrange for part-time/full-time accommodation. Other places are International Student Center, 38 West 88th St. New York, NY 10024 Ph: 1-212-787-7706 (It costs $30 per day for a maximum of 7 days and 6-10 per room) International House 500 Riverside Drive, New York NY 10027 Ph: 1-212-316-8400 (The price is $50 per day).

You can also contact the Graduate Center at gradcenter@poly.edu.  We can give you information about housing if there is something. Please provide detailed description about your budget, the number of people with whom you want to share the apartment with and your preferred area.

WEATHER AND CLOTHING
The climate in New York can be extreme. Winter temperature can range between 20-40 degrees Fahrenheit (-7° C to +7° C). The months from December through February are considered winter months. During this time it is necessary to have a heavy winter coat, gloves, hat and boots. Summer temperatures are usually warm and can range between 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit (21° C to 40° C). The months between June and August are considered summer months. Lightweight clothing for these months are best. Sweaters and rain wear are appropriate for the Spring and Fall seasons.

What important dates should I remember?
Important Dates