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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.
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.)
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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.
Criteria
Students with 29 or less earned post-secondary credits
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.
Essay Option 2: Here's how I intend to change the world...
Short Answer Questions (25 words or less).
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.
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).
Official College Transcript
College transcripts must be sent directly of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by the institution itself.
Letter of Recommendation 
Please identify a person who can help the Admissions Committee better understand why you would make a great fit for Yeshiva University.
Your personal application portal will allow you to send an email to the people you have selected.
Transfer students may apply to participate in the Honors Program once they are on campus but are not eligible for academic scholarship.
Transfer High School Course Policy

Transfer High School Course Policy
Credit Transfer Process
Transfer applicants who request courses previously taken to be evaluated for possible transfer, or request pre-approval for courses they plan to 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)
Full syllabus in PDF format for each outside college course to be evaluated
Please note:

Below is a link to pre-approved courses by school for the Sy Syms School of Business, Stern College for Women, and Yeshiva College.
Please be advised that additions will be posted as courses are reviewed and approved by the academic departments.
Course evaluations are valid for up to 4 years from the date approved.
Current Pre-Approved Courses by School (Sy Syms Only)
Current Pre-Approved Courses by School (Stern College Only)
Current Pre-Approved Courses by School (Yeshiva College Only)
Previously Admitted Transfer Applicants
If you were previously admitted to Yeshiva University and declined admission to attend a different institution, and are NOT transferring credits, you need to complete a Reapplication Form on the application page.
Students who wish to transfer credits from another college, regardless of whether or not you have been accepted, need to complete a new online application.
International Transfer Applicants
Transfer applicants from countries outside of the United States should refer to the International Applicant page for more information regarding additional application requirements.
Getting Enrolled @ YU
Whether you were just admitted to YU, returning from studying in Israel or looking to restart your enrollment, this page will give you all the necessary steps to get you (re)started @ YU!
For students who are newly admitted or readmitted
Please follow these steps if ¦
You were just accepted directly from high school, or
You were just accepted as a transfer student, or
You were just accepted for the first time to YU and have not previously applied, or
You were just accepted after submitting a reapplication
Submit Your Intent to Enroll
Visit apply.yu.edu to log back into your application account.
Once you log in, click on View' next to your application.
Here, you can click Respond to start your Intent to Enroll.
Your Intent to Enroll will ask you if you are accepting YU's offer of admission, and if so, will you be studying in Israel or starting immediately at YU in New York.
If you are planning on joining the S. Daniel Abraham Israel Program, you are accepting YU.
You are not Deferring.
You also have the option to request a deferral of your offer of admission.
Simply follow the steps above and 'respond' to our offer of admission and follow the steps to request a deferral.
Both options require a $550 nonrefundable enrollment deposit paid online.