The staff of the Office of Global Engagement is excited to meet you and introduce you to your new home. We hope that your stay here will be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for you. We have put together some tips as you plan your trip to the U.S. Please contact us if you have further questions after reading this information.<\/p>\n
For more in-depth information, please see page our 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Student Visa<\/a> page.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n New Jersey Climate and What to Pack:<\/strong><\/p>\n New Jersey has variable climates: cold winters with periodic snowfalls, humid summers, and some very pleasant periods in between. Warm jackets, scarves, hats, gloves, and boots are essential for winter (November-March). Waterproof outwear and umbrellas are essential in rainy weather. You may also want to bring small personal items, such as photographs, traditional dress, or other items to personalize your new home. Keep in mind residence halls have limited space. It is best to purchase electrical appliances after you arrive in the U.S., as appliances manufactured outside the U.S. may not be compatible with the power supply.<\/p>\n It is advisable to carry a small amount of U.S. cash, in paper currency and coins, for baggage carts, bus\/train fares, and tips. Most airports have currency conversion stations for this purpose.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When to Enter the U.S.:<\/strong><\/p>\n When purchasing your plane ticket, please note the start date on your I-20 or DS-2019. You are allowed to enter the United States\u00a0no more than 30 days before the reporting date<\/strong><\/u>\u00a0listed on your I-20 or DS-2019. You should not enter the United States after the start date listed on the I-20 or DS-2019. If you are facing unexpected delays, please notify our office as soon as possible to discuss your options.<\/p>\n Important Documents to carry with you on the plane in your personal item:<\/strong><\/p>\n Inside the Terminal: I-94 Arrival\/Departure Record:<\/strong><\/p>\n Once inside the airport terminal, proceed to the immigration booth, and present your passport and your I-20 or DS-2019.\u00a0 Expect to have your index fingers scanned for fingerprint purposes and a digital photograph taken, as required by regulations. The officer will stamp your passport for duration of status (D\/S) and the date you entered the U.S.\u00a0 The officer will create an electronic I-94 record for duration of status (D\/S) and the date you entered the U.S. You can access your I-94 online immediately at\u00a0https:\/\/i94.cbp.dhs.gov\/I94\/<\/a><\/strong>\u200e. When you are able to check it, be sure the I-94 has the appropriate visa status (F-1 or J-1).\u00a0 In certain cases, if there is a problem with your documents, you may be issued a 30-day entry and issued a form I-515, with instructions to see your international student advisor. If you receive this form, please email oge@montclair.edu<\/a> upon your arrival.<\/p>\n If you are traveling by land, you will be distributed an I-94 Arrival-Departure Record Form, before arriving. It is a long white card and students complete the top and bottom sections of the form. Complete the form accurately. Make sure your name, date of birth, and citizenship matches exactly as it is written in your passport. If you do not understand a form, ask an attendant for assistance.<\/p>\n Secondary Inspection Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n If the officer at the port of entry cannot initially verify your information, or you do not have all of the required documentation, you may be directed to an interview area known as \u201csecondary inspection.\u201d Secondary inspection allows inspectors to conduct additional research in order to verify information, without causing delays for other arriving passengers.\u00a0 The officer will first attempt to verify your status by using the Student and Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS). In the event that the officer needs to verify information with your school or program, you can call campus police at 973-655-5222 and they will contact the Office of Global Engagement on your behalf.<\/p>\n For more information, visit\u00a0US Immigration and Customs Enforcement<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n We strongly recommend that you arrange your airline flights so that you arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), which is the closest airport to campus, as John F. Kennedy International Airport (located in New York State) will require a lengthy drive to campus. We also strongly recommend you take a taxi from the airport.<\/p>\n Please consider your flight arrival time and allow 1 1\/2 hours to clear immigration and customs, receive your baggage, and locate your transport. Travel times by car from Newark Liberty International Airport to campus, depending on the time of the day, will be approximately 30 minutes, whereas travel time from the John F. Kennedy International Airport can be up to 2 hours.<\/p>\n From Newark International Airport (EWR)<\/strong><\/p>\n By Taxi:<\/strong><\/p>\n By Train:<\/strong><\/p>\n From John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)<\/strong><\/p>\n If you must arrive at John F. Kennedy International Airport, we suggest that you arrange for a friend or family member to pick you up and bring you to campus. We do not recommend taking a taxi from this airport, as the cost will be very high. You can arrange to take the \u201cETS Airport Shuttle<\/strong><\/a>\u201d, a ground shuttle bus from the John F. Kennedy International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport.\u00a0 The cost is approximately $34 per person. The shuttle runs every hour from 6:30am-9:30pm. Once you arrive at Newark Liberty International Airport, follow the directions above.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div> The\u00a0Office of Residence Life<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0supports you as a student that lives in the residence halls on campus. When living on campus you will have the opportunity to meet people and attend events and activities in your residence hall. Each residence hall has its own lounges, recreation areas, study rooms, and a variety of services.<\/p>\n You will receive an email from Residence Life that will include your room details and information regarding how to access the names and contact details of your fellow roommates. The email will be sent to your Montclair email address, so be sure to check your email.\u00a0 Each room has one bed, closet, desk, and chair per student. Please note that\u00a0bed linens, blankets, pillows, and towels are NOT provided<\/strong>.\u00a0 When purchasing these items, remember that the beds are\u00a0Twin XL: Extra Long Twin,<\/strong>\u00a0not traditional twin size.\u00a0 If you would like to order these items and have them shipped to 精品成人福利在线 University, you can look into the following:<\/p>\n When ordering items, please plan ahead and take shipping time into consideration.\u00a0 Although mail (envelope size) is delivered directly to your residence hall, please note that your packages will NOT<\/strong> be delivered directly to your room assignment.\u00a0 You will have to go to Central Receiving (located on campus in Lot 60\u2014the shuttle can take you there) to retrieve your package(s) and you will need to bring a photo ID. You will receive an email to your 精品成人福利在线 email address when your packages arrive.\u00a0 Central Receiving\u2019s hours can be found\u00a0here<\/a><\/strong> under Student Pickup.\u00a0 We recommend packing a pillow, blanket, towel, sheet, and any other necessary items until you are able to get your packages.<\/p>\n For a list of other items you may want to bring, as well as a list of prohibited items please click\u00a0here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n For students residing in Blanton, Bohn, Sinatra, Freeman and Russ Halls, The Village at Little Falls and The Heights, your address is:<\/strong><\/p>\n Your Name<\/p>\n 精品成人福利在线 University<\/p>\n 1 Normal Avenue<\/p>\n Your Residential Building Name & Room Number<\/p>\n Montclair, NJ 07043<\/p>\n For students residing in Hawk Crossings, your address is:<\/strong><\/p>\n Your Name<\/p>\n 精品成人福利在线 University<\/p>\n 65 Clove Road, Apt. #<\/p>\n Little Falls, NJ 07424<\/p>\n<\/div>\n In case of an emergency upon arrival (if you are locked out, if your taxi driver cannot find the residential complex, etc.),<\/strong>\u00a0please call your assigned residence hall for assistance:<\/p>\n Bohn Hall \u2013 (973) 655-5262<\/p>\n Stone Hall \u2013 (973) 655-3784<\/p>\n Freeman Hall \u2013 (973) 655-4487<\/p>\n Blanton Hall \u2013 (973) 655-3289<\/p>\n Russ Hall \u2013 (973) 655-4487<\/p>\n Dinallo Heights \u2013 (973) 655-4664<\/p>\n Machuga Heights \u2013 (973) 655-4668<\/p>\n Hawk Crossings \u2013 (973) 655-4475<\/p>\n Sinatra Hall \u2013 (973) 655-5257<\/p>\n The Village at Little Falls (973) 655-6689<\/p>\n If you arrive after hours and your residence hall office is locked, there will be an emergency phone number posted on the door. You can also call the University Police at (973) 655-5222 if you are not able to reach anyone else \u2013 they are available 24 hours a day.\u00a0 If you will be arriving late in the evening, please make arrangements to stay at a hotel the first night and come to campus the next morning.<\/p>\n For a list of hotels near campus, please reference the list below:<\/p>\n For more information contact:<\/p>\n The Office of Residence Life<\/strong><\/p>\n Bohn Hall, Fourth Floor<\/p>\n reslife@montclair.edu<\/a><\/p>\n 973-655-5188<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n Whether you are a commuter or a residential student, there are many meal plans and dining options available to you.<\/p>\n Learn more about the different meal plan options.<\/a><\/p>\n Find out more about\u00a0Dining on Campus<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n If you have a special dietary need, the Pulse on Dining at Sam\u2019s Place and Freeman Dining Hall Balance Kitchen are designed to accommodate a wide variety of dietary preferences and needs. They offer vegetarian and vegan meal options daily, and provide a wide variety of menu choices to suit many food allergies and intolerance, including Celiac Disease and gluten intolerance. Please make an appointment with our Senior Director of Residential Dining, Bill Heslin at\u00a0heslinb@mail.montclair.edu<\/a>\u00a0to tour the dining facilities, discuss your needs, and design a customized plan.<\/p>\n If you need to change or cancel your meal plan, you can do so by filling out the\u00a0Meal Plan Change Form\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0no later than the second Friday of each semester to avoid penalties.<\/p>\n Contact 精品成人福利在线 Dining<\/strong><\/p>\n MSUDiningSer@montclair.edu<\/a><\/p>\n 973-655-3375<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n If you will be living on campus, you will swipe your Student ID card to get access to your residence hall. Your Student ID card also gives you access to campus facilities\/services such as the following:<\/p>\n So your Student ID card can be available when you arrive on campus, please follow the instructions below.<\/strong><\/p>\n Uploading Your Photo for your Student ID Card:<\/strong><\/p>\n How To Upload Your Photo<\/strong><\/p>\n Please Note:\u00a0<\/strong>Photos are reviewed during business hours\/days (excluding Fridays in the Summer, Saturdays, Sundays). After review, an automated email is sent informing you whether your photo has been accepted or rejected.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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