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SCWSC is the voice of the students, creating and developing events and projects for which there is an interest-if what you are looking for does not exist, create it! Take advantage of all of the incredible opportunities here and get involved!
The Torah Activities Council, also known as TAC, works to enhance Jewish life on campus and strengthen the campus community through Shabbat programming, events, and diverse speakers. Through TAC programs we hope to inspire students to think, explore, and take an active role in the Beren community as well as the Jewish community as a whole.
The Sy Syms School of Business Student Council facilitates activities and events for Sy Syms students. The Sy Syms Student Council plans career-related activities, networking opportunities as well as events that are simply fun.
SYMSSC works closely with SCWSC and TAC to plan and co-sponsor university-wide events


SYMSSC sponsors over 15 clubs including the Finance Club, Fashion Marketing Club, Business Leadership Club, Marketing Club, Accounting Society, and Real Estate Club. We encourage all students to get involved, become active club members and attend as many events as possible.
Your comments and your ideas, are important so please feel free to get in touch with any of the members of the SYMSSC and share your thoughts. Together we will build an active council.
The Yeshiva Student Union ("YSU") is the presiding body of student government, representing every student at Yeshiva University. The YSU board plans and implements school-wide events and promotes and enables club activities.
The YSU board members serve as advocates for the entire undergraduate student body. In a university with a diverse student body, the YSU board aims to serve all groups within Yeshiva University fairly.
In addition, the YSU board serves the various other boards on campus, maintaining open lines of communication and encouraging cooperation within the Student Council. The YSU board, along with the Student Council, acts as a liaison to the university administration.
The goal of YSU is to infuse the Yeshiva University experience with enthusiasm and excitement, creating a vibrant and fun environment for all students. Student Organization of Yeshiva, also known as SOY, focuses on fulfilling the religious needs of Yeshiva University's Wilf Campus Students.
SOY is determined to fulfill its mission to create a comfortable Jewish environment, filled with Torah learning and religious life on campus, as well as to serve the greater YU community and support Torah and religiously oriented activities. As representatives of a diverse student body - whether it's the Mechina program, the IBC program, the SBMP program, the MYP program or RIETS - it is our goal to create a unified atmosphere of Torah and Jewish identity on campus.
SOY's goal is to facilitate each student's opportunity to maximize his own unique religious experience. At the end of the day, the Yeshiva College/ Sy Syms School of Business Student body can rely on SOY to create the religious, educational and experiential opportunities that they hope to experience while attending Yeshiva University.
The Yeshiva College Student Association (YCSA) represents the students of Yeshiva College. It aims to maximize the potential of each student by enhancing their experience at Yeshiva College and the Yeshiva University Community.
YCSA coordinates and encourages all student activities within the scope of Yeshiva College, providing for the promotion of students' interests. YCSA oversees more than thirty clubs, ranging from the Economics Club to the Physics Club, from the student publication The Clarion to the Student Holocaust Education Movement.
Furthermore, YCSA works closely with the Yeshiva Student Union, Student Organization of Yeshiva and Syms School of Business Student Council on the Wilf campus, as well as SCWSC on the Beren campus, creating, planning and implementing university-wide events for all students to enjoy. Additionally, YCSA provides a voice for the students, working closely with the administration in all matters affecting the welfare of the student body.
We encourage all students to take advantage of the incredible opportunities that Yeshiva College presents and to get involved in the various aspects of student life. The Sy Syms School of Business Student Council is dedicated to promoting and representing the interests of the Sy Syms student body.
By implementing a wide range of academic and social activities, the council seeks to aid in the development of future business leaders as well as to provide students with the opportunity to network and develop professional relationships. The Student Council facilitates student involvement through workshops/clubs, speakers, networking opportunities and site visits.
The council works with administration, faculty, staff and school committees to ensure that students feel free to express their ideas, interests and suggestions. SYMSSC sponsors a variety of clubs designed to promote student participation and enrichment and to encourage all students involvement.
SYMSSC fosters improved student-faculty relationships in order to achieve our stated aims. Please feel free to contact us regarding any suggestions, ideas or concerns you may have.
The Student Life Committee (SLC) serves as a communication bridge between the student body and YU’s administrative faculty and staff. By partnering with YU’s administration and departments, the SLC strives to enhance the quality of life on Yeshiva University’s Wilf campus.
SLC Liaisons voice students’ concerns and propose innovative ideas to benefit the Wilf Campus in any way, shape, or form. They also anticipate future problems on campus and resolve current issues faced by the student body.
The committee currently consists of thirteen students: two co-chairmen and eleven members. Have suggestions?
Contact us at wilfslc@yu.edu

Committed to giving each and every student on campus a voice, The Student Life Committee works hard to make your opinion matter and ensure that the Yeshiva University faculty and administration hear your voices. Beren Campus Student Councils
Beren Student Constitution: Beren Constitution

 
Wilf Campus Student Councils
Wilf Student Constitution: Wilf Constitution
Please note, applications are open only to students who have not previously completed a Bachelor's Degree. For high school seniors or recent high school graduates currently studying in Israel interested in applying to Stern College for Women, Sy Syms School of Business or Yeshiva College.
Applicants interested in the Honors Program should click here. Applicants interested in the Associate programs should click here.
Criteria
 
The first step in applying to any of Yeshiva University’s undergraduate programs is creating an account in our online application. This will give you access to your personal portal where you will be able to submit your application and supplemental items, and check your application status.
Please note, applications are open only to students who have not previously completed a Bachelor's Degree. Chat is Offline!
Candidates are expected to meet the following criteria in order to apply:

 

 

 

High school GPA of 85 or above (or a strong B average)

 

 

 

 

 
For your application to be processed, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions must receive the following items:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account. This will give them access to their personal application portal where they will be able to submit their admissions application.
Once the application has been submitted, the supplemental application requirements will populate based on the applicant’s admission type. The applicant will be prompted to upload their essay and a list of their extracurricular activities or resume.
The applicant will also be able to provide the names and contact information of recommenders, who will receive a link to their e-mail to upload their letters of recommendation directly into the application system. The applicant’s high school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by their high school administration.
The ACT/SAT is not required for general admission, but if submitted, the applicant’s ACT/SAT official score report must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions by the testing service. Finally, every applicant requires an interview.
We may be offering interviews at the applicant's school and if not, please contact yuadmit@yu.edu to schedule an interview. Applicants can always check their application status or the status of their items by logging into their portal.
$65 Nonrefundable Application Fee
Payment can be processed in the personal application portal. Essay
Please respond to one of the following prompts in 500-750 words:  Essay should be uploaded to the applicant’s application portal in either PDF or Word format.
Essays Topics
Essay Option 1: Hakarat hatov: Write a thank you letter to someone in your life. Express your gratitude and detail what you appreciate and why it is important to you.
Yeshiva University does not require the writing section on the SAT or ACT. Yeshiva University's SAT school code is 2990
Yeshiva University's ACT school code is 2992

Official High School Transcript
High school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the high school administration (e.g., college guidance counselor, principal).
Letter of Recommendation 
Please identify a teacher who can comment on your academic ability as well as your potential, personality, creativity and leadership qualities to help the Admissions Committee understand why you are truly outstanding. Your personal application portal will allow you to send an email to the person you have selected.
Interview with a YU Admissions Officer
Schedule an interview HERE. Yeshiva University takes a holistic approach in reviewing an applicant’s candidacy.
The interview allows the Admissions officer to meet all applicants and get to know them outside of their application. Newly admitted students can have their College courses taken during High School count towards their undergraduate degree.
Students who have successfully passed college-level courses

Effective Fall 2021, undergraduate students who have successfully passed college-level courses while enrolled in high school may be eligible to have these credits applied toward their undergraduate program. Evaluation of these courses will be based on official college transcripts received by Yeshiva University during the student’s admissions process.
(Unofficial transcripts, HS transcripts noting college credit or official transcripts provided after the start of the student’s first semester will not be considered.) The course(s) must be documented in the issuing college/university’s academic catalog.
Conditions:

A maximum of nine (9) credits may count as general electives or towards an equivalent course to students entering any of Yeshiva University’s Bachelor’s degree programs faculty. A maximum of six (6) credits may count as general electives or towards an equivalent course to students pursuing an Associate’s degree in the Katz School of Science and Health.
The course(s) would be considered as transfer credits and subject to all applicable Yeshiva University policies pertaining to the application of transfer credit. Only courses with earned grades of B- or better will be considered.
Students must provide course syllabi for each course for which they are requesting transfer credit. Grades would not be calculated as a part of the student’s cumulative institutional grade point average unless they are courses delivered by Yeshiva University.
These courses would not count towards any Yeshiva University residency requirements. This policy is effective immediately for students beginning at Yeshiva University during the fall 2021 semester and will be re-evaluated on an annual basis.
Student Responsibilities:

Provide official transcripts from each institution issuing credit during admissions process. Provide course syllabi for each course for which they are requesting credit.
AP Scores

Yeshiva University also grants advanced standing credit for students achieving certain scores on the AP exam. AP scores are only posted upon a student's first semester taking classes on campus (not in Israel).
Students requesting AP scores to be applied towards their degree should do the following:

Request an official AP score report be sent to Yeshiva University - institution code 2990. Send a request to your respective campus registrar's office requesting the scores to be evaluated
Wilf campus - wilfregistrar@yu.edu
Beren campus - berenregistrar@yu.edu
General/Non-Honors Admission Deadlines
Spring 2024

Application Deadline: November 16, 2023
Decision Notification is on a rolling basis beginning November 1, 2023
Enrollment Deadline: December 15, 2023
Fall 2024

Application Deadline: February 1, 2024*
Decision Notification is on a rolling basis beginning December 18, 2023.
Honors and Israel Honors Applicants Deadlines
Fall 2024 Early Decision Honors Deadlines: 
Application Deadline: November 1, 2023 Notification: December 15, 2023 - Application Closed for 2024
Fall 2024 Regular Decision Honors Deadlines: 
Application Deadline: December 21, 2023 Notification: February 13, 2024
Fall 2024 Israel Honors Applicants Deadlines: 
Application Deadline: December 21, 2023 Notification: February 13, 2024. Overview
High school juniors with a superior scholastic record who are interested in enrolling at Stern College for Women, Syms School of Business or Yeshiva College prior to obtaining a high school diploma may apply for Early Admission.
Chat is Offline! Criteria
Early Admission applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply:

High school GPA of 90 or above
SAT score of 1340 or above or ACT score of 29 or above
Approval from high school administration
How to Apply
For any application to be processed, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions must receive the following items:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account.
This will give them access to their personal application portal where they will be able to submit their admissions application. Once the application has been submitted, the supplemental application requirements will populate based on the applicant’s admission type.
The applicant will be prompted to upload their essay and a list of their extracurricular activities or resume. The applicant will also be able to provide the names and contact information of recommenders, who will receive a link to their e-mail to upload their letters of recommendation directly into the application system.
The applicant’s high school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by their high school administration. The applicant’s ACT/SAT official score report must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions by the testing service.
Finally, we require an interview for every applicant. We may be offering interviews at the applicant's school and if not, please contact yuadmit@yu.edu to schedule an interview.
Applicants can always check their application status or the status of their items by logging into their portal. $65 Nonrefundable Application Fee
Payment can be processed in the personal application portal.
Essay
Please respond to one of the following prompts in 500-750 words:  Essay should be uploaded to the applicant’s application portal in either PDF or Word format. Essays Topics
Essay Option 1: Hakarat hatov: Write a thank you letter to someone in your life.
Express your gratitude and detail what you appreciate and why it is important to you. Essay Option 2: Here's how I intend to change the world...
Short Answer Questions (25 words or less).
Pick 3. Try to be as specific, creative, personal and original as possible.
Resume/Extracurricular Activity List Please upload a resume or extracurricular activity list that details your extracurricular involvement, internships and work experience at school and in your community. Official SAT or ACT Scores
Official scores must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service (i.e., College Board, ACT).
Two Letters of Recommendation 
Please identify two teachers who can comment on your academic ability as well as your potential, personality, creativity and leadership qualities to help the Admissions Committee understand why you are truly outstanding. Your personal application portal will allow you to send an email to the people you have selected.
The interview allows the Admissions officer to meet all applicants and get to know them outside of their application. Newly Admitted students can have their College courses taken during High School count towards their undergraduate degree.
For applicants graduating and graduated from high schools outside of the United States applying to Stern College for Women, Sy Syms School of Business or Yeshiva College. Applicants interested in the Associate of Science in Management should click HERE.
Applicants interested in the Associate of Art in Liberal Arts should click HERE

 
Chat is Offline! Criteria
International applicants must meet the same academic standards required of freshmen and must demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
How to Apply
For the application to be processed, international applicants are required to submit the following items:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account. This will give them access to their personal application portal where they will be able to submit their admissions application.
Transfer applicants must have their official transcripts sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the granting institution. The ACT/SAT is not required for general admission but is required for honors applicants.
If required, any qualifying English assessment results must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service. Finally, every applicant requires an interview.
Please contact yuadmit@yu.edu to schedule an interview. Applicants can always check their application status by logging into the application portal.
Standardized Exams
SAT/ACT:  The SAT I or ACT is only required for international students applying to the Honors Programs. Standardized test scores are not required for Regular admission.
Official scores must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service (i.e., College Board, ACT). Yeshiva University's SAT school code is 2990
Yeshiva University's ACT school code is 2992
English Proficiency Exams
International students must take either the IELTS, TOEFL (IBT) or the Duolingo English Test (DET) if either of the following criteria apply:
The student is a resident of a non-English-speaking country, or the student’s first and/or primary language is not English.
The student has resided in the United States for less than three years
TOEFL http://www.toefl.org
Yeshiva University requires a minimum score of 82 on the Internet-based test, to include a minimum score of 21 in both reading and writing. Scores must be submitted directly by the testing service (YU school code 2990).
Duolingo English Test - https://englishtest.duolingo.com
The Duolingo English Test combines an English proficiency test with a brief video interview. Duolingo’s technology and format allows applicants to complete the test at any time or place with internet access.
Yeshiva University requires a minimum overall score of 115, with equivalent minimum subscores in each category (literacy, comprehension, conversation, production) for admissions consideration. Duolingo testing protocol and security are very strict so be sure to follow their instructions very carefully.
Official scores must be reported directly to Yeshiva Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service. IELTS - https://www.ielts.org/ Applicants who present the IELTS must present an overall score of 7.
Please note that general admissions applicants, graduating from high schools outside of the United States, do not require the SAT/ACT. However, a qualifying score on the SAT/ACT combined with a strong academic record can exempt an applicant from the English proficiency exams and increases eligibility for merit based scholarships.
Official High School Transcript
High school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the high school administration (e.g., college guidance counselor, principal). Any transcripts and copies of certificates qualifying the applicant for admission to university study that are not in English or Hebrew must be officially translated into English and evaluated by a NACES approved agency, and sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Two Letters of Recommendation 
Please identify two people (preferably one from a clergyman) who can help the Admissions Committee better understand why you would make a great fit for Yeshiva University. Requests for Letters of Recommendation can be done through the application portal.
Interview with a YU Admissions Office
To schedule an interview, please email Rabbi Ari Solomont, solomont@yu.edu. Yeshiva University takes a holistic approach in reviewing an applicant’s candidacy.
The interview allows the Admissions officer to meet all applicants and get to know them outside of their application. Applying to the Honors Programs
International applicants interested in applying to one of Yeshiva University's Honors Programs should review the additional supplemental items required.
Please note that the essay prompts for the Honors Programs are different and Honors applicants do not need to respond to the prompts above. Additionally, all Honors applicants are required to take the SAT I or ACT exam.
Transferring From Another University
Official college transcripts must be sent directly from the granting institutions to the Yeshiva University Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Any transcripts and/or certificates issued by foreign colleges (with the exception of Israeli colleges and universities) must be submitted to a NACES approved agency for evaluation.
That evaluation must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. This applies both to institutions whose instruction is in English as well as those whose instruction is in another language.
The documents can be translated by the original institution, a certified translation agency such as University Language Services, or any other professional translation service. Applicants who want courses previously taken at an international or U.S. school to be evaluated for possible transfer, or want pre-approval for courses they plan to take, must submit the following documents.
(Yeshiva University will only evaluate transcripts and syllabi for credit after applicants have been accepted). Official college transcript with course numbers and final grades for courses already completed at another institution.
(If the document is in another language, the student must have it translated into English as stated in the NACES statement above)
Full syllabus in PDF format for each outside college course to be evaluated (translated into English if needed)
Student Visas
Accepted international students should not arrive in the U.S. until after they have received their I-20 certificate of eligibility from the International Student Advisor. To learn more about the Visa process for accepted students, including contact information of Yeshiva University's advisors, please refer to the International Student Page.
Financial Aid
Yeshiva University is committed to creating a financial aid package that will make this extraordinary education a reality. To learn more about financing your education or the financial aid application process, please visit www.yu.edu/osf or contact the Office of Student Finance directly at 646.592.6250 or studentaid@yu.edu.
Overview
High school juniors with a superior scholastic record who are interested in enrolling at Stern College for Women, Syms School of Business or Yeshiva College prior to obtaining a high school diploma may apply for Early Admission. Chat is Offline!
Criteria
Early Admission applicants must meet the following criteria in order to apply:

High school GPA of 90 or above
SAT score of 1340 or above or ACT score of 29 or above
Approval from high school administration
How to Apply
For any application to be processed, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions must receive the following items:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account. This will give them access to their personal application portal where they will be able to submit their admissions application.
The applicant’s ACT/SAT official score report must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions by the testing service. Finally, we require an interview for every applicant.
Essay Option 2: Here's how I intend to change the world...
Short Answer Questions (25 words or less). Pick 3.
Official SAT or ACT Scores
Official scores must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service (i.e., College Board, ACT). Yeshiva University does not require the writing section on the SAT or ACT.
Yeshiva University's SAT school code is 2990
Yeshiva University's ACT school code is 2992

Official High School Transcript
High school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the high school administration (e.g., college guidance counselor, principal). Two Letters of Recommendation 
Please identify two teachers who can comment on your academic ability as well as your potential, personality, creativity and leadership qualities to help the Admissions Committee understand why you are truly outstanding.
Your personal application portal will allow you to send an email to the people you have selected. Interview with a YU Admissions Officer
Schedule an interview HERE.
Yeshiva University takes a holistic approach in reviewing an applicant’s candidacy. The interview allows the Admissions officer to meet all applicants and get to know them outside of their application.
Newly Admitted students can have their College courses taken during High School count towards their undergraduate degree. Congratulations on your acceptance to Yeshiva University!
To be eligible for Yeshiva University immigration sponsorship, you need to be accepted to a full-time, classroom based academic program at Yeshiva University. Students admitted to an online program of study are not eligible for student immigration sponsorship.
If you are not yet admitted, please visit the admission page for your degree level and college of interest. If your intent is to be a full-time student, you must enter the U.S. in an immigration status that permits full-time study.
The majority of full-time international students in the U.S., and at YU, come in F-1 student status with the I-20 Certificate of Eligibility for Non-Immigrant Student Status. There are some non-degree exchange students at YU, who come for a short time as a J-1 Exchange Visitor, with the DS-2019 Certificate of Eligibility for J-1 Exchange Visitor Status.
Document and visa application information, and preparation and arrival tips, are outlined below. Most international students at YU are in F-1 student status and apply for an I-20.
If you plan to bring your spouse and/or children with you, they will need to obtain an F-2 dependent visa. F-2 dependents may not work in the U.S. and are limited to part-time study.
Some students, primarily Cardozo Law students participating in an official academic exchange program, come in J-1 exchange visitor status and apply for a DS-2019. To be a J-1 student, at least half of your funding must come from a source other than personal or family funds OR you must be participating in an official academic exchange program.
If you plan to bring your spouse and/or children with you, they will need to obtain a J-2 dependent visa. J-2 dependents may apply for work permission and may study.
For full instructions on applying for your I-20, please watch our instructional video. Admitted F and J students will apply for their immigration document on the YU International Student Portal.
Fully admitted students will automatically receive an email from the system with a user ID and temporary password. In most cases, a seat deposit is required to start this process.
The auto-email will go to your YU email address. Make sure that you check your YU email regularly for a message that looks like this:
     From: DoNotReply@oiss.yu.edu
     Subject: YU International Portal Website: Login Information  

Do not attempt to login into the YU International Student Portal until you receive the above email invitation.
It takes 2-3 business days to set up your account. If you attempt to access the YU International Student Portal before your account is active you will receive an error message.
While you are waiting for the invitation email, you can start gathering the necessary documents. Graduate students admitted to the Katz School of Science and Health may contact Hyokyeong Yu (Kyeong) with I-20 application questions.
Please review all instructions first. To complete the I-20 or DS-2019 application you will need the following:

A copy of your YU admission letter (an electronic version is fine)
A copy of the photo page of your passport and for any dependents who plan to accompany you to the US.
(A legal partner and children under the age of 21 may accompany you to the US in F-2 dependent status.) Financial documents that show that you have at least one year of the estimated expenses associated with your academic program.
You must be able to pay for your tuition, fees, health insurance, and living expenses each year while at YU. Do not plan to work in the U.S. to earn extra money to supplement your expenses.
You can view estimated annual expenses on the YU International Student Portal Homepage. The link is on the left.
You should anticipate an annual increase in tuition and fees of 3% each year. Students may submit different types of financial support, including but not limited to YU scholarships, parental support, and personal loans.
All documentation must be in English. You will find extensive financial documentation information in the learning content section of your Request for I-20 Application on the YU International Student Portal.
We do not accept the follow documentation: Property, mortgages, retirement accounts, business accounts, life insurance policies, credit card statements showing available credit, and some Certificates of Deposit which have a maturity date beyond your anticipated graduation date. We also cannot accept support from other students in F-1 status, even if they are working.
F-1 Transfer Students: students studying in the US in F-1 status need to complete the SEVIS School Transfer-In procedure and apply for a new I-20. The transfer-in process is automated within the I-20 application on the YU International Student Portal.
Information about this is in the learning content in the online application. If you have any questions the easiest way to reach the office is by email to oiss@yu.edu.
Once we receive a complete application, we will start working on your I-20 or DS-2019. We will contact you if we need additional information or documentation.
Please make sure to check your YU email while you are waiting for your document. We are aware of visa processing times and will work as fast as possible to send each student their I-20 or DS-2019.
Please allow at least 5 business days from the time your application is submitted, before checking on the status of your application. Time spent responding to application status inquires takes away from the time we spend working on your documents.
We will contact you through your YU email address if additional documentation is needed. While you are waiting for your immigration document, take some time to look at Study in the States, the official U.S. Department of Homeland Security website.
Once your immigration document is issued, in most cases it must be sent directly to you. If you are issued an I-20, a digitally signed PDF will be emailed to your YU email address.
You will be able to print it out and use it to apply for the F-1 visa and when you enter the United States. If you are issued a DS-2019, the OISS must send the original document to you by FedEx.
You may also elect to pick it up in person if convenient. Please contact the OISS if you wish to have your documents mailed overseas by a service other than FedEx.
Along with your I-20 or DS-2019, there will be other information about what to do next. Be sure to read all of it, as we will be sending you other important information you need to know!
Once you have received your I-20 or DS-2019, the next step is to pay a mandatory U.S. government SEVIS Fee. The fee is paid online at Form I-901.
Some countries do not permit online payment. Alternative payment options are provided on the SEVIS fee website.
F-2 and J-2 dependents are not required to pay the fee. If paying online, remember to print out the receipt immediately after you pay.
You do not need to request a paper receipt. Learn more about the SEVIS fee.
A SEVIS fee receipt is required to apply for a student visa and when Canadians cross the U.S. border. You can find instructions on how to pay the I-901 Fee in our F-1 Pre-Departure Orientation video.
Apply for your visa online You can only apply for a visa outside of the U.S. The best place to apply is in your home country.
You can find instructions on how to apply for your F-1 student visa in our F-1 Pre-Departure Orientation video. 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Student Visa

Your interview will be very fast, lasting only a few minutes.
Politely and concisely answer only the questions asked by the Consular Officer. You will be expected to speak English during your interview.
Practice! Converse with others in English, watch English television and listen to the radio.
Be ready to talk about why you chose to study at YU. You may be required to demonstrate non-immigrant intent, which means that you intend to go home once you are finished with school.
To prepare, consider the compelling or strong economic and family ties that you have to your home country that will draw you back. If your visa is denied, ask for the denial reason in writing and contact the OISS for assistance.
In most cases, applying again with additional documentation will lead to success. F and J students may enter the U.S. no earlier than 30 days before the start date on your I-20 or DS-2019.
The only exception is for students who are Transferring to YU from another school in the US. Transfer students travelling outside of the US between schools may return, with YU’s I-20, as early as they wish.
All students must arrive by the start date on your I-20 or DS-2019. Please contact the OISS immediately if you will not be able to arrive by the date on your form.
Make travel arrangements and reserve a place to stay in New York City if necessary. There are three airports in the New York City area:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) 
LaGuardia Airport 
Newark Liberty International Airport 
On-Campus Housing: Dormitory space is primarily reserved for undergraduate students.
There is limited graduate student housing in the Benjamin, located on East 29th Street and Lexington Avenue. Contact The Benjamin for more information.
College dormitory friendly products can be purchased at many retail stores such as Bed Bath & Beyond, Target, Walmart, and Ikea. When purchasing bedding, the sheet size is "twin extra long."
Electric power is standardized in all states across the USA. It is set at 110 Volts and 60 cycles.
If necessary, decide if it makes sense for you bring a converter or purchase compatible appliances upon arrival. It may be more convenient and less expensive to purchase items such as coffee makers and hairdryers at a U.S. discount store.
Undergraduate students are required to live on-campus their first year (2 semesters.) Contact University Housing for information.
Wilf Campus  Beren Campus
Off-campus housing: YU does not have an off-campus housing office, however, some schools, such as Cardozo Law, have accommodations in non-YU buildings, that you can reserve on your own. Graduate students should check directly with their admission office website to see what may be available.
Cardozo Law housing resources
Katz School of Science and Health Students housing resources
if your school does not have resources on their website, contact the admission office directly or check here:
Educational Housing Services (EHS)
Cort Apartment Search
Cort Furniture Rentals(If you are looking to furnish your apartment.) Live with an American Family (Homestay)
Prepare for the weather: New York City has four seasons ranging from very hot in the summer (June through September) to very cold in the winter (December through March).
Students arriving in January should be sure to have warm clothes (coat, hat, gloves, and scarf) and boots upon arrival. Banking: Limit the amount of cash you bring.
Try to open an account at a bank that has a branch in New York City, while still in your home country. Popular banks with many convenient locations are JPMorgan Chase, Citibank, and TD Bank.
You do not need a social security number to open a U.S. bank account. Drivers Licenses: many students find that they do not need to drive in New York City because there is an extensive public transportation system.
If you think that you may wish to drive, have your license translated to English or apply for an international driver’s license before you leave. Each state has its own agency the issues driver's licenses:
New York Department of Motor Vehicles
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission
Immigration documents: leave copies of your passport and visa at home with a family member.
Pack the original in your carry-on bag, not a suitcase. You will need your documents when you go through customs.
Social Security Numbers: a U.S. social security number is a taxpayer identification number. Only non-citizens with permission to work in the U.S. can apply for a social security number.
Read more about U.S. Social Security numbers. New York City ID: Everyone living in New York City (NYC) (Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island) can apply for a free government issued NYC photo identification card.
Read about the benefits and application process. This is only for NYC residents.
When you arrive at Customs, you must present the items listed below. Carry them with you on the plane.
Do not pack them in your luggage. Passport valid for at least six months from your arrival in the U.S.
Signed I-20 or DS-2019
F-1 or J-1 visa (Canadian citizens are exempt)
Copy of your admission letter and financial documents
The SEVIS fee receipt
Once you clear customs, immediately retrieve your I-94 to check that you have been admitted in the proper student or exchange visitor status. Yeshiva University's four campuses in New York City are spread across two boroughs:

Beren Campus: 245 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan
Brookdale Center (Cardozo Law): 55 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan
Resnick Campus: 1300 Morris Park Avenue and 1165 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx
Wilf Campus: 500 West 185th Street, Manhattan

Please plan ahead to know how you will travel from the airport to your final destination.
There are many options for ground transportation, including taxis, car services, shuttle buses, subways, and trains. The airports are all 20 to 40 miles from campus.
It will be difficult to travel with more than three bags and/or suitcases, so pack light. You should be prepared to take a taxi from the airport to campus; fares can range from $50 to $80.
All airports have a taxi stand outside of the baggage pick-up area. Uber and Lyft are available as well.
Avoid accepting a ride from anyone other than the official taxi dispatcher. General Inquiries: oiss@yu.edu

Main Office Number: 646.592.4203

Jennifer Golden
Director, Office of International Services
Yeshiva University

Gary Vega
Assistant Director, Office of International Services
Yeshiva University

Rukia Rahi
International Program Coordinator
Yeshiva University
Wilf Campus, Furst Hall, Room 413A 
Phone: 646.592.4203 

Hyokyeong Yu (Kyeong)
International Student Advisor
Katz School of Science and Health
Yeshiva University
Beren Campus, 205 Lexington Avenue, 6th Floor
Phone 646.592.4736
Students may apply to the S. Daniel Abraham Honors Program at Stern College for Women, the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program at Yeshiva College, or the Business Honors and Entrepreneurial Leadership Program at Sy Syms School of Business either directly from high school or while engaged in post-high-school study in Israel. Honors students participate in advanced-level courses, engage in unique extra-curricular activities, complete an intensive senior thesis/project, and are eligible for a generous scholarship towards tuition.
Students who decline their offer of admission to attend another university, will forfeit their seat as well as the scholarship and will not be reconsidered for any merit based award at a later date. (Click here for information on the Yeshiva Masmidim Honors Program for advanced Torah studies.)
Chat is Offline! Deadlines 2023-2024
Applicant Type	Deadline	Decision Notification
Early Decision Honors	November 1	December 15
Regular Decision Honors	December 21	February 13
Israel Honors Applicants	December 21	February 13
Offers of admission are contingent on a student submitting an Intent to Enroll Form by the May 1st deadline.
Enrollment in another university will be considered a forfeiture of Honors admission and scholarship. Criteria
Successful Honors applicants demonstrate strong academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, leadership experience, and advanced written and oral presentation skills.
The current Honors cohort averages:

GPA of 94
SAT score of 1460
ACT score of 32
For Early Decision Honors, the latest SAT and  ACT accepted will be the October tests. For Regular Decision Honors, the latest SAT and ACT accepted will be the December tests.
How to Apply
Honors applicants are reviewed in a two-stage process. Stage 1: Honors Application
Students must submit the following items by the application deadline:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account.
The applicant will be prompted to upload their essay, short answers and a list of their extracurricular activities or resume. The applicant will also be able to provide the names and contact information of recommenders, who will receive a link to their e-mail to upload their letters of recommendation directly into the application system.
The applicant’s high school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by their high school administration. The applicant’s ACT/SAT official score report must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service.
Essay Prompts
Applicants must respond to one of the following prompt in 750-1000 words. Essay should be uploaded to the applicant’s application portal in either PDF or Word format.
Essay Option 1: You just completed your 1000-page autobiography, please submit page 613. Essay Option 2: Discuss a challenge to one of your core beliefs and how you responded.
Short Answer Essay
Pick one of the three words below and write a short essay on it that gives us insight into your character. (150 WORDS).
Essay should be uploaded to the applicant’s application portal in either PDF or Word format. KINDNESS
       TRUST
       TIME
Short Answer Questions (25 words or less).
Resume/Extracurricular Activity List 
Please upload a resume or extracurricular activity list that details your extracurricular involvement, internships and work experience at school and in your community. Official SAT or ACT Scores
Official scores must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service (i.e., College Board, ACT).
Yeshiva University does not require the writing section on the SAT or ACT. Yeshiva University's SAT school code is 2990
Yeshiva University's ACT school code is 2992
Official High School Transcript
High school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the high school administration (e.g., college guidance counselor, principal).
Two Letters of Recommendation 
Please identify two teachers who can comment on your academic ability as well as your potential, personality, creativity and leadership qualities to help the Honors Program Selection Committee understand why you are truly outstanding. Your personal application portal will allow you to send an email to the people you have selected.
Transfer High School Policy
Stage 2: Honors Day
A select group of candidates will be invited to participate in an Honors Day. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the Honors Programs and includes a 45 minute interview with a faculty member and/or admissions officer.
Applicants who are not invited to an Honors Day will be considered for general (non-honors) admission. Early Decision
Students may apply to any of the three Honors Program as early decision candidates if they are currently enrolled in high school.
Early decision candidates who are awarded an Early Decision Honors Award are considered to have made a binding commitment to Yeshiva University and are expected to withdraw all applications to other universities, start no further applications, and enroll at Yeshiva University in the fall or following their Torah studies in Israel. Learn More About the Honors Programs
For more information regarding the Honors Programs' curricula and obligations, please refer to the individual program webpages:

S. Daniel Abraham Honors Program at Stern College for Women
Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Honors Program at Yeshiva College
Business Honors and Entrepreneurial Leadership Program at Sy Syms School of Business 
Transferring Between Honors Programs
Students are accepted specifically to the Honors program for which they applied.
Students may apply to transfer between Honors programs on the same campus by submitting a formal request to the deans of both programs. All transfer requests are subject to review and approval by the deans of the Honors programs.
Financial Aid
In addition to academic scholarships, need-based scholarships are also available. Yeshiva University is committed to creating a financial aid package that will make this extraordinary education a reality.
To learn more about financing your education or the financial aid application process, please visit www.yu.edu/osf or contact the Office of Student Finance directly at 646-592-6250 or studentaid@yu.edu. Overview
Applicants for admission to Stern College for Women, Syms School of Business or Yeshiva College as transfer students from other colleges and universities.
Chat is Offline! Criteria
Students with 29 or less earned post-secondary credits are required to submit their High School Transcript, SAT/ACT Scores and College Transcript.
Students with 30 or more earned post-secondary credits are required to submit their College Transcript. The credits must be post secondary credits earned at an accredited college or university.
Israel credits are not counted towards this policy. How to Apply
The Fall 2023 Transfer Application deadline has passed.
Applicants can apply for Spring and Fall 2024. For the application to be processed, transfer applicants are required to submit the following items:

Completed Application
Applicants can begin by creating an online application account.
The applicant’s high school transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by their high school administration. Transfer applicants must have their official college transcripts sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the granting institution.
The ACT/SAT is not required for general admission but if submitted the applicant’s ACT/SAT official score report must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions by the testing service. Finally, every applicant requires an interview.
Please contact yuadmit@yu.edu to schedule an interview. Applicants can always check their application status or the status of their items by logging into their portal.
Official SAT or ACT Scores - Scores are Optional
Official scores must be sent directly to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the testing service (i.e., College Board, ACT). Yeshiva University does not require the writing section on the SAT or ACT.