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Specific details for Fall 2021 & COVID-19<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n \u25a2 Get your passport and visa<\/p>\n \u25a2 Arrange transportation to Ramapo College\u00a0in time for Orientation\u2014Students are responsible for booking their own transportation to New Jersey. Ramapo College will arrange for transportation from Newark International Airport (Airport Code: EWR) to the campus on the indicated day provided by the Roukema Center for International Education<\/p>\n \u25a2 Review available student organizations of interest at https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/clubs\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u25a2 Reserve housing<\/a> as soon as possible and their recommended shopping list<\/a>. Please note, that we will take you to a local store during orientation to shop for many of these items, if you prefer not to pack everything.<\/p>\n \u25a2 Plan for finances. We will have a session on banking and provide you an opportunity to open a local account during your orientation.<\/p>\n \u25a2 Learn about\u00a0New Jersey<\/a>, Mahwah<\/a> and Ramapo College<\/a><\/p>\n \u25a2 Passport with visa (most students have an F-1 or J-1 visa)<\/p>\n \u25a2 Ramapo College\u00a0I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1 students). If you do not have F or J status, bring documents that confirm your immigration status<\/p>\n \u25a2 TOEFL or IELTS scores, SAT, ACT, GRE, or GMAT scores and original transcripts in English from previous schools, as applicable<\/p>\n \u25a2 If you attended a post-secondary institution outside the US, bring transcript, syllabi or course descriptions, in English for possible transfer credit<\/p>\n \u25a2 Proof of financial support and SEVIS fee receipt, if appropriate<\/p>\n \u25a2 If necessary, bring an international driver\u2019s license and English translations of marriage & birth certificates<\/p>\n \u25a2\u00a0Receive all required immunization and complete the form found here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/health\/immunization-info\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u25a2 Get other medical check-ups. Have your eyes and teeth checked and any necessary treatment<\/p>\n \u25a2 Bring any medication in its original package with the prescription in English translation<\/p>\n \u25a2 Translate your medical, immunization, and dental records into English to bring with you<\/p>\n \u25a2 F-1 Students: Review the College’s Health Insurance Policy. Should you be interested in purchasing an alternative policy, there is a specific deadline that waivers must be submitted. Check the insurance website for more details: https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/student-accounts\/student-medical-insurance\/<\/a><\/p>\n \u25a2 J-1 Students: Make arrangements for health insurance or inquire with the Roukema Center for International Education concerning available plans for purchase.<\/p>\n \u25a2 COVID-19 specific details can be found here: https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/inter-students\/orientation\/fall-2021-faqs\/<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div> You must have a specific type of visa to enter the U.S. For most students, this will be either an F-1 or a J-1 visa. If you enter the U.S. with a tourist visa (B-1\/B-2) or under a visa waiver program that your country has with the U.S., you cannot attend school.<\/p>\n Each embassy or consular post has their own visa application procedures and processing times, but in general, to apply you will need to submit your I-20 Form\u00a0(for F-1) or DS-2019 Form (for J-1), along with your passport, proof of financial support, SEVIS fee receipt, photos, visa application fee, and the appropriate visa application forms.<\/p>\n You can find guidance on applying for your visa and the list of application forms required for your situation at the links listed below. Be sure to read the web page for the post where you will be applying for the specific instructions for that location.<\/p>\n Check your visa for accuracy (name, date of birth, visa type \u2013 such as F-1 or J-1) before you leave the consulate, and request a correction immediately if you find any errors. Note: Canadian citizens do not need a visa, but they must present a valid passport, proof of finances, I-20 or DS-2019, and SEVIS fee receipt at the U.S. port of entry.<\/p>\n SEVIS stands for ‘Student and Exchange Visitor Information System’. This system is used by the U.S. government to collect and maintain information about F and J status international students and their accompanying dependents during their stay in the U.S. All students who have an initial attendance I-20 Form (F-1 students) and most students who have a \u201cbegin a new program\u201d DS-2019 Form (J-1 Students) must pay a SEVIS fee to the U.S. government before they can apply for a visa. Students currently studying in the U.S. usually do not have to pay the fee again. Find more information about the SEVIS Fee and I-901 form used to pay the fee at http:\/\/www.ice.gov\/sevis\/i901\/index.htm<\/a> and about SEVIS in general at http:\/\/www.ice.gov\/sevis\/students\/<\/a><\/p>\n Immigration laws do not allow you to arrive in the U.S. more than 30 days before the reported date listed on Form I-20 or Form DS-2019.<\/p>\n When entering the U.S., you will need to show your passport, visa, and Ramapo College\u00a0I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1 students). Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival. Be ready to show proof of finances and your SEVIS fee receipt. You will be fingerprinted, photographed, and an entry stamp will be placed in your passport. You may be asked to go to another line where they will look at your documents and ask additional questions. Do not be scared. This is normal and it may take 2-4 hours or longer to conduct this secondary screening. Allow enough time between flights. U.S. Customs may search your bag for unauthorized items. Your arrival will be registered electronically. Afterwards you can log into the Customs and Border Protection website at https:\/\/i94.cbp.dhs.gov<\/a> to view and print a copy of your I-94, a document that verifies your legal entry. You will need information from your passport and your U.S. visa to access your record. For more information about Port of Entry, immigration status & what you can bring to the US, visit http:\/\/www.cbp.gov\/travel<\/a> and http:\/\/www.ice.gov\/sevis\/students\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n All students in F-1 or J-1 status coming to Ramapo College\u00a0from any school in the U.S. (high school, university, English language institute) are considered transfer students for immigration purposes. All transfers, both F-1 and J-1, will need to work with their previous school or program sponsor within 60 days (F-1) or 30 days (J-1) of finishing at the former school to establish a SEVIS transfer release date. Ramapo College\u00a0cannot issue an I-20 or DS-2019 until after the SEVIS transfer release date. F-1 & J-1 transfer students must complete Ramapo College’s\u00a0\u201cIntent to Transfer \u201d Form, which can be found online here<\/a>.<\/span> Submit the appropriate form as soon as possible. You cannot get a Ramapo College\u00a0I-20 or DS-2019 or maintain legal status without following SEVIS transfer procedures. It is your responsibility to maintain F-1\/J-1 student status and complete the transfer process. Transfer students do not need to pay the SEVIS fee. If you are transferring from a U.S. institution and are traveling outside of the U.S. and your F-1 visa is still valid, you do not need a new visa to attend Ramapo College, but you should use your Ramapo College\u00a0I-20 or DS-2019 to re-enter the U.S.<\/p>\n You should plan to arrive on or before the report date listed on your I-20 or DS-2019. Arriving later than your specified arrival date may not allow enough time to complete all necessary check-in procedures and enroll in your courses. The\u00a0Roukema Center for International Education\u00a0must report arrival and enrollment of international students to the U.S. Government. You must report to this office no later than 15 days after the report date shown on your I-20 or DS-2019 to complete the mandatory check-in processes. We strongly suggest that you arrive on or before the report date listed on your I-20 or DS-2019.<\/p>\n Each type of immigration status (F-1, J-1, etc.) has its own set of rules and regulations. It is the responsibility of all international students to know and understand the legal obligations for their status. The consequences of violating status can be very severe. Although most status types do allow enrollment, some categories such as B-1 and B-2 (tourist) usually cannot take classes. General information about maintaining legal status as an F-1 or J-1 student can be found at http:\/\/www.ice.gov\/sevis\/students\/<\/a>. If you have any questions about your status and staying legal, contact an advisor in the International Center.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div> If flying, you should book your flight to Newark Liberty International Airport (Airport Code: EWR). This airport is approximately a 1-hour drive to campus and is the closest international airport. If you arrive on the specific date indicated by the Roukema Center for International Education, they will arrange your transfer to campus. Once we receive your arrival details,\u00a0we will provide you with specific time and location<\/strong>\u00a0where to meet a Ramapo College representative. Please enter your travel details below:<\/p>\n Submit your travel details<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div><\/div><\/p>\n If you arrive outside of this designated day, upon exit from the international arrivals at the airport, there is a transportation center, that can also assist you with options or you may choose the following options for transfer to campus:<\/p>\n AirBrook:\u00a0http:\/\/www.airbrook.com\/olltc\/flights\/index.htm<\/a> (mention code CC5042 for 5% discount)<\/p>\n You will first need to take the AirTran to the NJTransit station at Newark Airport. Next you will take the train to the Mahwah, NJ Train Station (with a transfer at Secaucus Junction where you will need to change trains). For schedules, please visit: http:\/\/www.njtransit.com\/sf\/sf_servlet.srv?hdnPageAction=TrainSchedulesTo<\/a>\u00a0(Newark Airport to Mahwah).\u00a0The estimated time is 80-90 minutes for arrival. Once you arrive, you will need to hire a taxi to arrive to campus. You may also contact the Roukema Center for International Education to inquire whether they can assist in your transfer from the train station to campus.<\/p>\n Upon arrival at the airport, you can look for signs for taxis. You will wait online and someone will ask where you will be going. They will inform you of the rate and you may pay with cash or credit card.<\/p>\n For any public transportation needs, you can also visit our website here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/transportation\/<\/a><\/p>\n Before you leave your country, you should plan for your finances. After you arrive in the U.S. and set up a bank account, you may have your money electronically wired to a local bank. You should arrange to have enough money to cover your first month\u2019s expenses AND your first semester tuition, books, insurance and housing. DO NOT under-estimate the amount of money needed. DO NOT carry a large amount of cash. It\u00a0may be\u00a0difficult to exchange money from your currency to dollars and there may be a fee. Bring your money in U.S. dollars or US traveler\u2019s checks, have it electronically wired to your new U.S. account, or get a bank card to withdraw cash from your account through an automatic teller machine (ATM).<\/p>\n Upon arrival in New Jersey\u00a0you will want to open a bank account with a local bank. We have arranged a local bank to make a presentation at your orientation so that you may open an account soon after your arrival.\u00a0This bank also has ATMs located across campus.\u00a0However, you should research your banking options and choose the bank that best suits your needs. When choosing a bank you may want to consider: branch locations, monthly fees, international money transfer fees, and account options.<\/p>\n The deadline to pay your tuition and fees can be found here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/student-accounts\/deadlines\/<\/a>. Ramapo College\u00a0posts electronic bills to your account. If you do not pay by the deadline, you will be charged a late fee.<\/p>\n \u2022 Online by electronic debit or checking or savings accounts (ACH)<\/p>\n \u2022 Online by Master Card, Visa, American Express or Discover card (you will be charged 2.75%)*<\/p>\n \u2022 By mail with a check from a U.S. bank (write R#\u00a0on check, made payable to “Ramapo College of New Jersey’)**<\/p>\n \u2022 In person by check (include R#, made payable to ‘Ramapo College of New Jersey’), money order or cash**<\/p>\n \u2022 Wire Transfer<\/p>\n For more information on methods of payment please visit: https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/student-accounts\/methods\/. You may also contact the Office of Student Accounts (D-wing, 1st Floor; +1-201-684-7495 or\u00a0studentaccts@ramapo.edu<\/a>). Scholarships and other aid can be directed there and will be credited to your account.<\/p>\n You may find an overview of the schedule* of your orientation below. A detailed schedule will be provided to you with your welcome packet. Thursday, August 26, 2021 (9:00am – 6:30pm)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Friday, August 27, 2021 (8:30am – 6:30pm)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Saturday, August 28, 2021 (9:00am – 6:30pm)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Sunday, August 29 – Saturday, September 4, 2021<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Check the Ramapo College Welcome Week schedule for all students for a full listing of events and descriptions: <\/em>https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/welcome\/<\/a><\/p>\n Additional orientation events will be held throughout your first year. More details will be included in your welcome packets.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/p>\n<\/div> On-Campus Student Life:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/students\/<\/a><\/p>\n Off-Campus Resources (Hotels, Restaurants, Shopping, Things to Do, Services, etc.):\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/about\/communityinfo\/<\/a><\/p>\nPre-Arrival<\/strong> Tab\" rel=\"t915823222\" class=\"active\">Pre-Arrival<\/strong><\/span><\/a>Immigration<\/strong> Tab\" rel=\"t915823223\">Immigration<\/strong><\/span><\/a>Arrival & Orientation<\/strong> Tab\" rel=\"t915823224\">Arrival & Orientation<\/strong><\/span><\/a>On-Campus & Area Resources<\/strong> Tab\" rel=\"t915823225\">On-Campus & Area Resources<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/div>Pre-Arrival<\/strong>\" class=\"content active\" tabindex=\"0\">\nPre-Arrival Checklist<\/h3>\n
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Document Checklist <\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n
Health Checklist <\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n
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Transfer Students From Within the United States<\/h3>\n
Arrival and Check-in<\/h3>\n
Staying Legal in Your Immigration Status<\/h3>\n
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When should I plan to arrive at Ramapo College, if living on-campus?<\/span><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\nFor Students required to attend International Student Orientation<\/strong> (1st year, 2nd year, transfer and new graduate students<\/em>):<\/div>\n<\/div>\nIf you plan to arrive\u00a0unv<\/i><\/b><\/span>accinated<\/i><\/b>….In an effort to provide you with sufficient time to quarantine BEFORE any scheduled on-campus activities, we will permit you to move into the Ramapo College residential facilities as early as\u00a0Wednesday, August 18th<\/b>. Please plan to arrive between 8am – 6pm and preferably to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).<\/div>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\nIf you arrive in the U.S.\u00a0fully vaccinated*<\/i><\/b>, then you should plan to arrive between Saturday, August 21st and<\/strong> Wednesday, August 25th<\/b>\u00a0between 8am-6pm to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\nThe Ramapo International Office will arrange for transportation during these hours on these days. If you arrive outside of these days, hours or airport, it may be necessary to arrange your own transportation\u00a0to the College’s campus. On<\/span>ce you have booked your international flight, please submit those details to us here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/inter-students\/orientation\/arrival-details\/<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe International Student Orientation program will begin on Thursday, August 26th at 9am.\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n*Fully\u00a0vaccinated means\u00a0you have completed the single or double dose required by the vaccine, as well as the period post-dosage for the vaccine to become fully effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/div>\n\nInternational Arrival Details<\/div><\/p>\nFor Continuing students<\/strong> (3rd year, 4th year and continuing graduate students<\/em>), you are not required or expected to attend orientation. Due to space and capacity limitations, we cannot unfortunately include volunteers in this year’s orientation program. Details concerning your arrival date to move-in to campus will be communicating by the Office of Residence Life.<\/div>\nPrivate Shuttle<\/h4>\n
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Money Matters<\/h3>\n
Exchanging Money<\/h4>\n
Banking in the US<\/h4>\n
Paying for\u00a0Ramapo College<\/h4>\n
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