PRE-DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL ORIENTATION

English Language Institute

College of Staten Island

The City University of New York (CUNY)

Orientation

Whether you’re a current student of the English Language Institute or visiting us for the first time, this section can provide helpful information for your pre-departure and/or arrival plans.

Visa

After you receive your I-20 form, the next step is to apply for the F-1 student visa. Are you not coming with an F-1 student visa to class? See what other options you have.

Arrival in New York City

How was your flight? Welcome to New York City!!! Now what?

Read these tips regarding airport information, transportation, and more!

Accommodations (Housing)

Where will you live? On-campus student residence or host family? Consider these housing options.

Transportation

Public transportation in Staten Island and in New York is pretty reliable, with many options to commute from home to campus or around Staten Island and New York.

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Campus arrival and ELI orientation

Whether you are a new or returning student, please follow the information regarding your campus arrival and latest ELI orientation session.

Campus arrival

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ELI Orientation

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Academics

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