International Student Services
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Archived: 2026-04-23 17:31
International Student Services
On this Page
Student Highlights
Visa Process and Resources
Checklist
Staff Support
Need Help?
Schedule an appointment with Albertus international staff to help prepare you for
your visa interview.
Email:
international@albertus.edu
FAQ
International Student Services
Welcome
Albertus Magnus College offers a welcoming and supportive environment to international
students. We celebrate and support our international student population in various
ways. When you study at Albertus you become part of the Falcon Family. Our goal is
to help you reach your dreams of studying in the US, introduce you to opportunities
for growth and prepare you for the global workforce.
The services offered in support of international students include:
Immigration advising
International student specific events and programming
International student orientation to name a few
International Student Highlights
Life at Albertus
Ana Lucia
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management
& Bachelor of Science in Public Health
watch video
Alex Lazier
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
& Bachelor of Science in Business Management
watch video
Visa Process & Resources
Start your Albertus Journey
Immigration Information
Once you’ve been admitted to Albertus you can work on obtaining your I-20.
1. Get Your I-20
What is an I-20?
An I-20 is an important immigration document required as a F-1 student.
Your I-20 is generated in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System)
once all requirements have been completed. Once your I-20 is issued you can apply
for your F-1 visa.
*
Before an I-20 can be created international staff at Albertus must receive the following
documents:
Valid passport (valid for at least 6 months after expected arrival)
Original bank statement covering funding of tuition, college fees and cost of living
for 9 months
International Statement of Support Form (if bank statement is not in your or your
families name)
After your I-20 is generated, you will receive an email with tracking information.
You will receive your Albertus International Student Welcome Packet that will include
your acceptance letter, scholarship information (if applicable) and your I-20 document.
Be sure to review the I-20 for accuracy, sign and date the I-20 in blue or black ink
and read the third page of the I-20.
Please remember that you can only enter the US 30 days prior to the program start
date listed on your I-20.
As soon as you receive your I-20 you should pay your SEVIS (I-901) fee of $350. This
fee is paid to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The easiest way to pay the fee is through the
DHS website
This fee is required for all international students. The fee must be paid 3 days prior
to your visa interview or entrance into the US (for Canadian and Bermudian citizens
only). Once you’ve paid your I-901 fee, print out the receipt and keep it with your
I-20.
*
Canadian and Bermudian citizens are exempt from F-1 visas but must have and maintain
a valid I-20 at all times.
**
Please note that you can only enter the US 30 days prior to the program start date
listed on your I-20 when entering the US on an Initial I-20.
2. Get Your F-1 Visa
We recommend applying for your F-1 visa as soon as possible by completing the DS-160
application. Students can schedule their visa appointment as soon as 120 days prior
to the program start date listed on their I-20.
Complete the DS-160
(
https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
)
We suggest applying for your F-1 in your country of origin. The only exception to
this would be if you’re a permanent resident of another country.
Make sure that all information is correct and matches the data on your I-20 including
your financial sponsor’s information.
Please list Albertus international staff as your U.S. point of contact.
Ensure that the address of where you’ll stay in the US is where you will be living
as a student. If you’re unsure of your address, include the address of Albertus.
Pay the F-1 Visa Processing (MRV) fee of $160
Policies vary depending on the country. Some countries may require an additional fee.
3. Pre-Arrival
Once your visa is issued you can start planning your arrival. If your visa has not
been issued you should not purchase a ticket.
You are welcome to use our partner StudentUniverse to book your plane ticket. We suggest
booking in advance once your visa has been issued. You can purchase your plane ticket
here:
https://www.
studentuniverse.com/travel-
services/Albertus/affiliate/
AlbertusFlights
We recommend that students arrive at JFK airport or La Guardia airport and utilize
Go2Airport Shuttle for pick up service from the airport.
You should book your shuttle pick up service a week in advance of your flight.
Please note the shuttle operation hours:
JFK 7am - 8pm
La Guardia 7 am - 8:30 pm
If your flight arrives outside of those hours you will need to wait before the shuttle
will pick you up.
Fares are refundable up to 12 hours before the schedule arrival
Make your reservation at
GO Airport Shuttle Reservations
.
Traveling to New Haven is simple when planning ahead.
4. Maintaining Your Status
How to Maintain Your Immigration Status
Pre-Arrival Checklist
✔
Obtain your Initial I-20
✔
Apply for your F-1 Visa
✔
Register for Classes
✔
Secure Housing
✔
Enroll in a Payment Plan
✔
Enroll in Health Insurance
✔
Submit Completed Health Forms
✔
Order Summer Reading Book
✔
Register for Virtual Orientation
✔
Register for in-person International Student Orientation
✔
Book Flight or Complete Travel Itinerary
Planning Your Arrival
Know Who We Are
Meet Our Support Staff
Brittany Bauch
Associate Director of Admissions/Coordinator of International Admissions
(203) 773-4471
bbauch@albertus.edu
Copyright ©
Albertus Magnus College, All Rights Reserved
Website Privacy and Cookie Policy
Copyright ©
On this Page
Student Highlights
Visa Process and Resources
Checklist
Staff Support
Need Help?
Schedule an appointment with Albertus international staff to help prepare you for
your visa interview.
Email:
international@albertus.edu
FAQ
International Student Services
Welcome
Albertus Magnus College offers a welcoming and supportive environment to international
students. We celebrate and support our international student population in various
ways. When you study at Albertus you become part of the Falcon Family. Our goal is
to help you reach your dreams of studying in the US, introduce you to opportunities
for growth and prepare you for the global workforce.
The services offered in support of international students include:
Immigration advising
International student specific events and programming
International student orientation to name a few
International Student Highlights
Life at Albertus
Ana Lucia
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management
& Bachelor of Science in Public Health
watch video
Alex Lazier
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
& Bachelor of Science in Business Management
watch video
Visa Process & Resources
Start your Albertus Journey
Immigration Information
Once you’ve been admitted to Albertus you can work on obtaining your I-20.
1. Get Your I-20
What is an I-20?
An I-20 is an important immigration document required as a F-1 student.
Your I-20 is generated in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System)
once all requirements have been completed. Once your I-20 is issued you can apply
for your F-1 visa.
*
Before an I-20 can be created international staff at Albertus must receive the following
documents:
Valid passport (valid for at least 6 months after expected arrival)
Original bank statement covering funding of tuition, college fees and cost of living
for 9 months
International Statement of Support Form (if bank statement is not in your or your
families name)
After your I-20 is generated, you will receive an email with tracking information.
You will receive your Albertus International Student Welcome Packet that will include
your acceptance letter, scholarship information (if applicable) and your I-20 document.
Be sure to review the I-20 for accuracy, sign and date the I-20 in blue or black ink
and read the third page of the I-20.
Please remember that you can only enter the US 30 days prior to the program start
date listed on your I-20.
As soon as you receive your I-20 you should pay your SEVIS (I-901) fee of $350. This
fee is paid to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The easiest way to pay the fee is through the
DHS website
This fee is required for all international students. The fee must be paid 3 days prior
to your visa interview or entrance into the US (for Canadian and Bermudian citizens
only). Once you’ve paid your I-901 fee, print out the receipt and keep it with your
I-20.
*
Canadian and Bermudian citizens are exempt from F-1 visas but must have and maintain
a valid I-20 at all times.
**
Please note that you can only enter the US 30 days prior to the program start date
listed on your I-20 when entering the US on an Initial I-20.
2. Get Your F-1 Visa
We recommend applying for your F-1 visa as soon as possible by completing the DS-160
application. Students can schedule their visa appointment as soon as 120 days prior
to the program start date listed on their I-20.
Complete the DS-160
(
https://ceac.state.gov/genniv/
)
We suggest applying for your F-1 in your country of origin. The only exception to
this would be if you’re a permanent resident of another country.
Make sure that all information is correct and matches the data on your I-20 including
your financial sponsor’s information.
Please list Albertus international staff as your U.S. point of contact.
Ensure that the address of where you’ll stay in the US is where you will be living
as a student. If you’re unsure of your address, include the address of Albertus.
Pay the F-1 Visa Processing (MRV) fee of $160
Policies vary depending on the country. Some countries may require an additional fee.
3. Pre-Arrival
Once your visa is issued you can start planning your arrival. If your visa has not
been issued you should not purchase a ticket.
You are welcome to use our partner StudentUniverse to book your plane ticket. We suggest
booking in advance once your visa has been issued. You can purchase your plane ticket
here:
https://www.
studentuniverse.com/travel-
services/Albertus/affiliate/
AlbertusFlights
We recommend that students arrive at JFK airport or La Guardia airport and utilize
Go2Airport Shuttle for pick up service from the airport.
You should book your shuttle pick up service a week in advance of your flight.
Please note the shuttle operation hours:
JFK 7am - 8pm
La Guardia 7 am - 8:30 pm
If your flight arrives outside of those hours you will need to wait before the shuttle
will pick you up.
Fares are refundable up to 12 hours before the schedule arrival
Make your reservation at
GO Airport Shuttle Reservations
.
Traveling to New Haven is simple when planning ahead.
4. Maintaining Your Status
How to Maintain Your Immigration Status
Pre-Arrival Checklist
✔
Obtain your Initial I-20
✔
Apply for your F-1 Visa
✔
Register for Classes
✔
Secure Housing
✔
Enroll in a Payment Plan
✔
Enroll in Health Insurance
✔
Submit Completed Health Forms
✔
Order Summer Reading Book
✔
Register for Virtual Orientation
✔
Register for in-person International Student Orientation
✔
Book Flight or Complete Travel Itinerary
Planning Your Arrival
Know Who We Are
Meet Our Support Staff
Brittany Bauch
Associate Director of Admissions/Coordinator of International Admissions
(203) 773-4471
bbauch@albertus.edu
Copyright ©
Albertus Magnus College, All Rights Reserved
Website Privacy and Cookie Policy
Copyright ©