Pre-Arrival Guide
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WELCOME
We are pleased to welcome you to Stony Brook University . We are looking forward to your active participation in the academic and social life of the University. This Guide will assist you in making preparations for your trip to the United States , and serve as an easy reference guide once you have arrived.
Please read this essential information carefully. If you have any questions about preparing for arrival or arriving in the United States , please contact us.
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University was established in 1957. In 1962, the campus moved to its present 1,000-acre wooded location on the north shore of Long Island , 60 miles east of New York City . The University has grown to an enrollment of more than 22,527 students. The distinguished international faculty of over 1,900 members attracts more than $150 million in external research support. The Wall Street Journal ranked Stony Brook eighth among public universities, based on students advancing to elite graduate programs.
There are many features that distinguish Stony Brook as a world-class university, including our international student body. Our campus community is diverse, representing over 100 different countries. We are looking forward to having you join us as an active participant in the many academic, social and cultural activities offered on campus.
International Services
International Services provides advice and assistance to undergraduate and graduate students, faculty and visiting scholars on matters related to studying and living in the United States . These matters include immigration, employment, taxes, financial management, and a wide variety of cross-cultural issues. We provide informational and social programs for new and continuing international students on a regular basis.
Our International Services staff members have lived, worked and studied in many different countries, including Australia, Barbados, Benin, El Salvador, France, Germany, Jamaica, Nigeria, Russia, Spain, United Kingdom and US Virgin Islands, and have many years of experience in international education. Each year we look forward to welcoming new students to Stony Brook and are eager to help you adjust to American culture.
International Service staff members are familiar with questions and concerns of international students and the US system of education, and are available to help you prior to arrival and throughout your stay at Stony Brook University . Our orientation program i s designed to help familiarize you with aspects of US education and culture and provide you with specific information about study at Stony Brook University . We will also inform you of US immigration regulations that you will need to know for maintaining your immigration status. Orientation allows time to get to know your International Student Advisers, make new friends and overcome jet-lag before school starts.
Federal immigration regulations require that the University maintain accurate information regarding F-1 and J-1 students studying at Stony Brook. All new F-1 and J-1 students and their dependents (F-2 and J-2) meet with an International Student Adviser for “check-in” within 30 days of arrival in the US, and will meet again several times throughout their stay, as the International Services office reports required information to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System.
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