:: POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY :: Office of International Students and Scholars

Office of International Students and Scholars,
RH-321
Tel: 718-260-3805
Fax: 718-260-3710

On behalf of the Office of International Students and Scholars we welcome you to Polytechnic Institute of NYU. We are a home to over 800 graduate and undergraduate international students and scholars from 60 countries. Our office is here to help you make a successful transition to our community. We will make every effort to be your home away from home, offer you a warm and nourishing environment and help you address some of the challenges you might encounter during your stay at Poly. We encourage you to visit our office, ask questions and seek guidance and advice.

Best Wishes and good luck with your studies!
Michael Gendel
Director
Sherly Thomas
Administrative Assistant

Important Dates and Events for New International Students

Arrival

All international students are required to report to the Office of International Students and Scholars, (OISS) Rogers Hall (RH-321) with their immigration documents as soon as they arrive on campus. Students who do not report to OISS will not be able to register for classes.

On Campus Housing

Students with confirmed room reservations will be able to move into Othmer Residence Hall, on Sunday, August 26, 2007. Students who arrive earlier, should make other arrangements for housing until that date. The following web site provides a list of temporary accommodations. http://www.metrointl.org/programs/housingbooklet/listings.html

Orientation Week Activities

Undergraduate and Graduate orientation activities begin the week of August 27, 2007. Detailed information will be forwarded directly to all new students by the Graduate School, Undergraduate Admissions Office and the Office of Student Affairs.

New International Student Orientation

Friday, August 31, 2007, 9:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Pfizer Auditorium

All new international students are required to attend orientation. Find out about:

Immigration and visa compliance requirements
Academic rules and regulations
Services and Activities at Polytechnic
Life in New York